Keyword: 'New York' | Herald Community Newspapers

Cuomo: Local governments are antiquated, inefficient

During his campaign, Governor-elect Andrew Cuomo’s transition team released a detailed and well-annotated report outlining plans for “Rightsizing Government.” The report’s findings and recommendations reiterate much of what the previous columns in this series have suggested: that New York state’s Public Authorities and agencies have “become too big, too expensive, and too ineffective — an ever proliferating tangle of boards, commissions, councils, departments, divisions, offices, task forces and public authorities, [that] the taxpaying public can no longer afford.“ Amen. more

Hal Peterson | 12/1/10

The magic of The Nutcracker charms audiences year after year. Rockville Centre’s Leggz Ltd. Dance presents one of the many cherished versions of this holiday tradition.

The Nutcracker dances its way through the area

The holiday season on Long Island shines brightly once again with numerous versions of that beloved classic, The Nutcracker, to choose from, along with other activities that are sure to bring out the holiday spirit in everyone. more

Karen Bloom | 12/1/10

Rabbi Charles Klein of the Merrick Jewish Centre hosted a talk with Imam Shamsi Ali of the Islanic Cultural Center of New York last week.

Merrick Jewish Centre hosts Jewish-Muslim talk

The Principal’s Office took a field trip on Nov. 23 to the Merrick Jewish Centre for a Jewish-Muslim dialogue between Rabbi Charles Klein and Imam Shamsi Ali of the Islamic Cultural Center of New York. more

Steve Kussin | 11/29/10

Counting blessings, sublime to ridiculous

Of course it isn’t just the little things that count; you need the big things in place to be able to appreciate the little things. You must have good health, people to love, a roof over your head, food on your table, something useful to do in the world, a dog at your side and peace of mind. more

Randi Kreiss | 11/25/10

Brian Curran, left, and Ed Ra are taking over for two veteran assemblymen in neighboring districts in western Nassau County.

An interview with Brian Curran and Edward Ra

The Herald sat down with newly-elected NYS Assemblymen Brian Curran and Edward Ra. more

Andrew Hackmack with video by Mary Malloy | 11/24/10

All eyes are on Andrew Cuomo

There’s usually a lot of guessing when it comes to a new governor. Does he have a plan? Does he understand the dynamics of the Capitol? Is he captive to any group that gave him financial support? Will he be independent enough to make tough decisions? more

Jerry Kremer | 11/18/10

An open letter to Sen. Dean Skelos

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

11/17/10

An open letter to Sen. Dean Skelos

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

Local incumbents keep their seats

The anticipated nationwide wave to oust incumbents didn’t make it all the way to the South Shore this Election Day, as most current office holders — both Democrats and Republicans — … more

Lee Landor | 11/10/10

'La Bete,' A Review by Elyse Trevers

For the first 30 minutes of David Hirson’s La Bete, Valere (Mark Rylance) delivers an hysterical monologue in rhymed couplets. Although not alone, Rylance, playing a braggart, boorish … more

11/5/10