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Mosquitos that carry the virus are not found in New York.

Though the World Health Organization recently declared the Zika virus a global health emergency, residents of Long Island don’t have much to worry about — unless they plan to travel to affected areas. more

By Alex Costello | 2/10/16

The plans for a renovated Penn Station will improve the busiest train station in the country functionally as well as aesthetically.

Cuomo plans LIRR expansion, new Penn

As part of his agenda for 2016, Gov. Andrew Cuomo has unveiled plans to expand the Long Island Railroad, build a tunnel across the Long Island Sound and recreate Penn Station. The ambitious plans … more

By Alex Costello | 1/13/16

Former Sen. Dean Skelos is still eligible for his $95,000-a-year pension, despite being convicted of felonies in his corruption trial. It is something that is not unique to Skelos, but is becoming an issue in Albany, and for those seeking to fill his seat.

Skelos to receive pension

Days after his conviction for bribery and corruption, former State Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos filed for his state pension and sparked the first dust-up of the race to fill his seat. … more

By Alex Costello | 1/6/16

Dean Skelos and his son, Adam, leaving court after their guilty verdict on Dec. 11. Speculation has already begun as to who will fill Skelos’s seat.

Skelos verdict may be calm before the storm

The conviction of former Sen. Dean Skelos creates a power vacuum in Albany, and also puts voters in the 9th Senate District in a unique position to determine the balance of power in the Capitol. … more

By Alex Costello | 12/16/15

Dean Skelos and his son, Adam, left federal court after their guilty verdicts on all charges on Friday. Because he was convicted of a felony, Skelos was immediately removed from the State Senate, ending his 32-year career there.

Skelos and son found guilty

Former State Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos and his son, Adam, were found guilty last Friday of all the corruption charges against them, bringing an end to Skelos’s more than 30 years in the Senate and kicking off a race to fill his now-vacant seat. The jury deliberated the case for a day and a half before returning its verdict. Because of the conviction, Skelos automatically — and immediately — lost his seat in the Senate. more

By Alex Costello | 12/11/15

I mustache you to join my cause

It seems I’m a sucker for hair-related charities. I’ve decided, for the first time, to participate in the Movember Foundation’s month-long campaign to raise money for men’s health … more

By Alex Costello | 11/4/15

D.A. candidates both fighting heroin

In their race for Nassau County district attorney, Madeline Singas and Kate Murray are both trying to prove that they are primed to take on Long Island’s heroin problem — and that they are … more

By Alex Costello | 9/23/15

Five people from Molloy College are going to see Pope Francis at his Mass at Madison Square Garden or at his procession through Central Park. Clockwise from top left are Kathleen Carey and Sister Diane Capuano of the school’s Office of Campus Ministries; and students Krystine Abberton, Michelle Lithgow and Lucia Agosti.

They’re thrilled to see the pope

Catholics from across New York will swarm New York City on Thursday and Friday, hoping to catch a glimpse of Pope Francis as he makes his first visit to the U.S. But five lucky people from Molloy … more

By Alex Costello | 9/23/15

Getting ready to face Murray for DA

Before they face off against Republican Kate Murray for the Nassau County District Attorney seat, Democrats Madeline Singas and Michael Scotto have to face each other in a primary on Sept. 10. … more

By Alex Costello | 9/2/15

Members of the Woodland Engine Company of the Rockville Centre Fire Department competed in a ladder event at the annual Nassau County Parade and Drill Tournament, at Fireman's Field on July 25.

Firefighters fill Rockville Centre

Dozens of firefighters from around the county converged on Fireman’s Field in Rockville Centre last weekend to test their mettle. more

By Alex Costello | 7/29/15

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