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There are all types of numbers associated with politicians. Pollsters are constantly bombarding us with numbers. Defeated candidates keep complaining that they won, and say they have the numbers to prove it. more

2/16/23

When ‘it’s just government’ isn’t an excuse

Many people woke up a couple of days before Christmas to heavy rain and wind that flooded residential streets and primary roadways, and may have left them wondering, “Where are all those Sandy flood-mitigation projects we were promised?” more

1/5/23

Harry Wilson hopes he can turn his business savvy into making things happen in Albany as New York’s next governor. But to even get a chance, he has to overcome a field of Republicans who have far better name recognition than he does.

Harry Wilson dedicated to looking out for the ‘little guy’

Harry Wilson doesn’t have the most recognizable name among those running for governor — in either party. But then again, as the self-proclaimed turnaround expert might say, maybe he should. more

By Michael Hinman | 6/23/22

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced his resignation Tuesday. He will leave office in 14 days.

Governor Cuomo announces resignation amid sexual harassment allegations

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced his resignation on Tuesday, catching New Yorkers off guard, particularly after he began his roughly 20-minute-long speech with a seemingly defiant tone, calling himself a fighter. more

By Scott Brinton | 8/10/21

The pastor of Unity Church of Christianity in Valley Stream, the Rev. Charles Foley, said he hopes his congregation will return to in-person services in July.

Clergy, parishioners look ahead past the Covid-19 pandemic

Gov. Andrew Cuomo recently lifted most capacity restrictions in New York because of the state’s progress with Covid-19 vaccinations and case declines. The outdoor social-gathering … more

By Nicole Alcindor | 5/13/21

Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he will not step down, despite the growing chorus of state lawmakers calling on him to do so because of sexual harassment accusations against him.

Long Island state senators call on Cuomo to 'step aside' because of harassment accusations

Five members of the Long Island State Senate delegation — all Democrats — Friday signed a statement calling on Governor Cuomo, a Democrat, to step aside while a series of sexual … more

By Scott Brinton | 3/12/21

The pandemic gives states one more thing to fight about

In case you haven’t noticed it, there are all kinds of battles going on between legislators and governors all over the country. more

3/11/21

V.S. Central Key Club names lieutenant governor

The Valley Stream Central Key Club elected Zakkiyya Affifah to the position of lieutenant governor for the club on Jan. 15. The lieutenant governor is responsible for all of the surrounding community … more

1/25/21

With the Covid-19 infection rate continuing to drop, Gov. Andrew Cuomo is allowing gyms across Nassau and Suffolk counties to reopen.

At last — Cuomo lets gyms reopen at one-third capacity

Gyms throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties, along with the rest of the state, can reopen as soon as Aug. 24, following inspection by local authorities, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced today. Facilities … more

By Karen Bloom | 8/17/20

L.I. preps for Phase Four reopening Wednesday

Long Island is set to begin Phase Four reopening of the economy on July 8, including universities and colleges. As of press time Monday, however, Governor Cuomo said there was no word yet whether the … more

By Scott Brinton | 7/6/20

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