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Madeline Singas, Nassau County’s acting district attorney, spoke in support of a stricter state law for registered sex offenders on May 27 at the North and Central Merrick Civic Association’s meeting at the North Merrick Public Library.

Singas: Stricter sex offender law needed

Madeline Singas, Nassau County’s acting district attorney, continued her push for greater restrictions for registered sex offenders last week at a North Merrick civic group meeting. The setting was significant. Weeks earlier, police arrested a North Merrick man ... more

By Brian Racow | 6/3/15

That's the way the LIRR rolls

The catchwords late last week were “positive train control,” the technology that could prevent tragedies like last week’s Amtrak derailment in Philadelphia . . . more

5/28/15

Ilene Corina of Wantagh founded the 19-year old organization PULSE that advocates for patient safety

Wantagh group advocates for patient safety

Ilene Corina, of Wantagh, a suburban mother and wife, had no intention of founding a movement to educate the public about patient safety. But the death of her almost 3-year-old son, Michael, due to a medical error, set her on a path to help others avoid a similar tragedy. more

By Laura Schofer | 4/16/15

While snow usually isn’t an issue for utilities, the possibility of sleet and ice can increase the likelihood of downed wires and resulting power outages. Cars striking utility poles can also cause wires to come down.

PSEG prepares for storm

Once again, a winter storm is descending on the area. PSEG Long Island reminds its customers to keep safe in case of outages. more

By Rebecca Melnitsky | 3/4/15

Dealing with sexual assault on campus

The numbers from the U.S. Justice Department are sobering: from 1995 to 2013, more than 10,000 women in college were raped. more

3/4/15

The roads are passable for those who absolutely need to get somewhere.

Mangano: Roads passable, but avoid unnecessary travel

More than 100 snow plows patrolled Nassau County’s roadways Monday night, rendering the roads passable for those who “need to get somewhere,” said Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano. Still, he asked residents to avoid unnecessary driving and “exercise caution” if they venture out. more

By Brian Racow | 1/27/15

Long Island Red Cross urges residents to prepare for severe winter weather

With a large winter storm forecast to impact the region on Jan. 26 and 27, the Long Island Red Cross has placed volunteers on alert and is preparing to support residents affected by storm-related emergencies, as needed. more

By Vanessa Parker | 1/26/15

Re-elect McDonough in the 14th A.D.

The Herald enthusiastically endorses incumbent David McDonough, a Republican from North Merrick, in the 14th Assembly District. more

10/31/14

Dominick Krug, a fourth grader at Wantagh Elementary School, hopped out of the fire safety trailer with firefighter Walter Enfield and PTA volunteer Brent Powers keeping watch.

Wantagh kids stop, drop and learn

A fire is a devastating situation no family ever wants to experience. If they do, it is likely that everyone will come out of it safely by following basic tips that are taught at a young age. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 10/15/14

Levittown talks transportation again

For the second straight month, transportation took center stage at the Levittown Board of Education meeting on Sept. 10. In addition to a follow-up on an August discussion about bus routes, concerns were also brought up about safety for students crossing Hempstead Turnpike. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 9/17/14

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