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At Westbury High School on Jan. 5, Siela Bynoe, a Westbury native, was sworn in as the first Black New York state senator to represent Long Island for the 6th State Senate District.
Siela Bynoe sworn in as first Black state senator to represent Long Island
Siela Bynoe was sworn in as the first Black New York State Senator for Long Island’s 6th District on January 5, 2025, at Westbury High School, with hundreds in attendance. more
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Supporters and opponents of the Las Vegas Sands casino project filled the county legislative chamber on Dec. 9 for a public hearing on the project’s draft environmental impact statement.
Why the public remains mixed on Sands casino proposal
The draft environmental impact statement for the proposed Las Vegas Sands resort and casino at the site of the Nassau Coliseum was met with both resounding support and critical opposition at a public … more
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Town of Hempstead Supervisor Don Clavin joined town supervisors from across Long Island at Sand Hill Road Park in Wantagh on Nov. 18 to denounce Gov. Kathy Hochul’s renewed congestion-pricing plan.
Town of Hempstead files lawsuit against congestion pricing
The Town of Hempstead has filed a lawsuit against the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and the state of New York, challenging the revised congestion pricing plan set to take effect in Manhattan on Jan. 5. more
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's $4.2 billion budget passed in the legislature, despite Democrats' concerns that the plan relies to heavily on the county's reserves.
Nassau County Legislature adopts 2025 budget
The Nassau County Legislature has approved County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s proposed $4.2 billion budget for 2025, voting along party lines. more
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Democrat Laura Gillen declared victory over Republican Rep. Anthony D'Esposito on Tuesday night.
In Baldwin, Democratic candidates sweep key races on Election Night
Democratic candidates swept races on Tuesday night. more
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The property that once housed a Bank of America at 792 Atlantic Ave. will soon be the home of a 7-Eleven with a gas station. Community members who live near the property created a petition expressing their disapproval.
Over 80 signatures oppose new proposed 7-Eleven gas station in Baldwin
Discover the recent approval by the Hempstead Town Board for a new 7-Eleven and gas station in Baldwin, set to replace a former Bank of America on Atlantic Ave. Local resident Juliette Dixon voices concerns about the project's potential impact on health and quality of life for her and fellow neighbors at Barclays Condominium. more
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Town Supervisor Donald Clavin at a preliminary 2025 budget hearing on Oct. 15.
Town of Hempstead community members face tax hikes in 2025 Budget: $5 increase for villages, $65 for unincorporated areas
Get ready for a slight increase in your taxes next year. Incorporated village members will see an additional $5, while unincorporated members will face a $65 increase annually. more
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U.S. Representative Anthony D'Esposito may have violated ethics rules in the House of Representatives, according to a report by the New York Times.
Amid re-election run, Anthony D'Esposito caught up in possible House ethics violation
U.S. Representative Anthony D'Esposito may have violated ethics rules in Congress, designed to combat nepotism and corruption, according to a story published by the New York Times on Sept. 23.  more
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During the re-establishment meeting of the South Shore Women’s Alliance, fliers were distributed outlining what the group’s goals are ahead of the upcoming election. The group plans to advocate for the passing of Proposition 1, which will be on New York ballots in November.
South Shore Women’s Alliance mobilizes to educate voters on Proposition 1
The South Shore Women’s Alliance has reconvened ahead of the 2024 election, and the nonpartisan group hopes to educate voters about Proposition 1, which will be on New York ballots in November. more
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A group of Democratic Nassau County legislators call on County Executive Bruce Blakeman to release funding for certain legislative districts. From left, Delia DeRiggi-Whitton of Glen Cove, Scott Davis of Rockville Centre, Debra Mule of Baldwin, Siela Bynoe of Westbury and Scott Davis of Rockville Centre.
Nassau Democrats urge Bruce Blakeman to release funds
Nassau County Democrats, including Legislator Debra Mulé, accused Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman of not disbursing funds to certain legislative districts and plan to block him from borrowing any more money until he does. more
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