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Back in early August, I began to consider writing a series of columns on reforming New York’s dysfunctional state government. Friends and neighbors were not aware of my interest in this subject; others suggested that no amount of disclosure and transparency could possibly make a difference. more

Hal Peterson | 11/10/10

St. Thomas the Apostle Pastor Msgr. Francis Maniscalco nominated parishioners Salvatore and Melissa LaMagna, with daughter, Madeleine, for the St. Agnes Medal.

Local parishioners receive medal for their devotion

Parishioners of two local churches were honored last month for their devotion to their parishes. The Most. Rev. William Murphy, bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, bestowed the fourth … more

11/3/10

The NAACP state conference honored Lakeview activist Hazel "Scottie" Gourdine-Coads.

NAACP state conference honors Lakeview activist

The New York State National Association for the Advancement of Colored People honored a local activist during its 74th Conference in Rochester on Oct. 10, bestowing upon her its highest … more

Lee Landor | 11/3/10

The illusion of reform: What happened to change we can believe in?

As I’ve mentioned in my four prior columns, our state authorities and agencies are not sufficiently accountable to the public. In the past decade alone there have been multiple reports by the state Comptroller’s office, governors’ commissions and public sector watchdog groups about this. Efforts to legislate greater accountability by officials who have focused their attention on authorities have met with limited success. more

Hal Peterson | 10/27/10

Re-elect Skelos in the 9th Senate District

We endorse State Senate Minority Leader Dean Skelos for another term in the Senate. more

10/27/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Acquired Riches: Highlights From The Hofstra University Museum CollectionThis exhibition, celebrating Hofstra University's 75th anniversary, highlights the artists, genres, … more

10/20/10

Fran Becker will face Carolyn McCarthy in the 4th Congressional District race.

Becker wins congressional primary, Weisenberg beats Toback

Francis Becker pulled away from his two opponents in the 4th Congressional District Republican primary as results were slowly coming in early Wednesday morning for several elections in Nassau County. There were also several other statewide and local primaries for Nassau voters ... more

Mike Caputo | 9/14/10

L.I. needs to be smart about growth

With all the talk about the Lighthouse project and whether it will ever come to fruition, it’s easy to think that it is the be-all and end-all for development in Nassau County. more

8/20/10

Pallbearers carry the casket of Denis Dillon down the steps of St. Agnes Church in Rockville Centre after the services.

Former county D.A. Denis Dillon remembered at funeral Mass

In a funeral Mass attended by hundreds, including many public officials and representatives from the law enforcement community Thursday morning at St. Agnes Cathedral, former Nassau County District Attorney Denis Dillon, a resident of Rockville Centre, was remembered as a dedicated public servant and a man of principle. more

Judy Rattner | 8/19/10

Long-serving Nassau County District Attorney Denis Dillon died on Aug. 15.

Denis Dillon, former county D.A., dies at 76

Former Nassau County District Attorney Denis Dillon, a resident of Rockville Centre, died at home early Sunday morning after a long battle with lymphoma. He was 76. During his more than 30 … more

Judy Rattner | 8/16/10

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