Bumper-sticker slogans and politics have always been inseparable, like peanut butter and jelly. Throughout the history of campaigning, politicians have employed succinct, often widely known but ambiguous sayings to seek the approval of prospective voters. But these slogans’ recent transition from catchy phrases to foundational theories of governmental policy has had negative consequences, particularly in New York.
more
By Brian Curran
|
3/1/24
|
We have seen how a global pandemic has made local housing prices surge to levels that make them unaffordable for many disheartened house hunters on Long Island. While the housing market is starting to return to pre-Covid levels, an average price is still out of reach for most young adults starting their careers, single-income households, and older residents looking to downsize. Long Island has also been plagued by a lack of home inventory, which for many has turned the American dream into a dream deferred.
more
By Taylor Darling
|
3/15/24
|
The four libraries of Bellmore and Merrick have many fun and informative events planned for the start of the new season, and throughout the month of April.
more
By Mason Lauron
|
4/12/24
|
Now entering its fourth summer, Beach Baseball Camp has already been named one of the top sports camps by the Long Island Choice Awards.
more
By Terry Biener
|
5/6/24
|
Q. I went to a meeting of my Village Board of Trustees and wanted to speak on a particular item, but they wouldn’t let me. Don’t I have a right to speak at a public meeting?A. The right …
more
By A. Thomas Levin
|
9/28/12
|
Q: I own a plot and a half of land in Nassau County. The property taxes have become a problem for me and I want to sell the extra 1/2 plot but I'm told that the land …
more
By Abraham Krieger
|
8/13/14
|
There’s no doubt that the coronavirus pandemic affected many thousands of local people in dozens of professions — not just doctors, nurses and essential workers, but many others.
more
By Jordan Vallone
|
8/13/23
|
In June, a proposal to strengthen Long Island’s waterways, starting with Mill River in Rockville Centre, was awarded millions of dollars in federal funding.
The project, called Living with the …
more
By Alex Costello
|
10/30/14
|
October is domestic violence awareness month, and state senators in Nassau County teamed up to host an informative program last week with The Safe Center LI.
more
By Jordan Vallone
|
10/27/23
|
The four libraries of Bellmore and Merrick have many fun and festive events lined up for the holiday season.
more
By Mason Lauron
|
12/8/23
|