Nassau County Police are investigating the latest in a series of incidents involving racist graffiti, this time in Merrick.
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By Erik Hawkins
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12/18/16
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Editor's note: Merokean David Stonehill served as a Hillary Clinton campaign volunteer during the primary season and is now volunteering for Clinton's effort to defeat Donald Trump. Below is a diary of his experiences on the road.
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By David Stonehill
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12/15/16
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Democratic challenger John Brooks has won the 8th Senate District.
Brooks defeated State Sen. Michael Venditto in Nassau County by more than 200 votes, according to election officials.
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By Erik Hawkins, Scott Brinton and Laura Schofer
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12/1/16
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In this time of Thanksgiving, we would do well to recognize the strength of our democracy and be thankful we can vote freely for whomever we choose. I urge all of the protesters and naysayers to put down your signs and give President-elect Trump a chance . . .
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11/23/16
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Life has taken another turn, not unexpected. My dad, who is 97, had a major heart attack early this week while at home in Florida.
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11/17/16
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Americans are understandably proud of our democracy. As a nation, we represent a beacon of hope for the world. The sad thing is . . .
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11/17/16
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“I’m scared, mostly,” said Paul Sylvester, 22, of Bellmore, as he and his friend spoke about how they felt when Republican celebrity businessman Donald J. Trump won the presidential election.
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By Brian Stieglitz
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11/17/16
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Samantha Spoto, a 24-year-old from Oceanside, said that she is considering using a form of birth control that “will last longer than a Trump presidency” — long-acting reversible …
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By Julie Mansmann and Nick Ciccone
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11/15/16
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The following provides a list of results in all major South Shore races covered in 2016 by Herald Community Newspapers. Results are organized by community. …
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11/9/16
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Democratic 4th District Congresswoman Kathleen Rice joined several other incumbents in holding on to her seat in Tuesday night’s election, narrowly fending off a challenge from Republican former Marine David Gurfein.
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11/9/16
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