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Michael Ktistakis said that he didn’t initially plan on running for City Council, but realized that stepping into local government might be his calling.

Glen Cove City Councilman Michael Ktistakis wishes to preserve city’s unique character

First term councilman Michael Ktistakis is a dedicated businessman who brings a wealth of knowledge. He is profoundly commitment to the city, he said, that shaped his values during his formative … more

By Roksana Amid | 1/12/24

While some attendees jumped out of the water right away, others enjoyed the cold temperature.

Another year, another Polar Bear Plunge at Sea Cliff Beach

The beginning of 2024 was marked by yet another Polar Bear Plunge at Sea Cliff Beach, with dozens of attendees braving the freezing waters of Hempstead Harbor. The annual tradition once again brought … more

1/12/24

John Zozzaro, a first-term council member, owns the business, Pizza Company 7.

John Zozzaro’s journey from local entrepreneur to City Council member

John Zozzaro’s journey from a Glen Cove native to a City Council member unfolded through the 51-year-old’s tapestry of community involvement, entrepreneurial spirit, and a deep connection to his … more

By Roksana Amid | 1/12/24

Equinor and BP's Empire Wind deal, which would've impacted Long Beach, is no more.

Agreement on Empire Wind 2 is no more

Plans for the Empire Wind 2 offshore wind farm — a controversial project that would impact Long Beach, Oceanside, Island Park and other nearby municipalities — have been scrapped, at … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 1/12/24

The bill Gov. Kathy Hochul signed will align many local elections, now held in odd-numbered years, with state-wide and federal elections held in even-numbered years.

Hochul shifts elections to 2026

Gov. Kathy Hochul recently signed legislation aligning many odd-year local elections with statewide and legislative elections that are held in even-numbered years. Hochul said she believed the … more

By Jordan Vallone and Brendan Carpenter | 1/12/24

Jessica Bader, who was the principal at Vernon for only a few weeks in 2023, had a relationship with an East Meadow High School student in 2004.

Reason for former James H. Vernon School principal Jessica Bader’s departure revealed

The sudden departure of Jessica Bader, the new principal of James H. Vernon School, after only a couple of weeks of school led to much chatter on Facebook from residents living in the Oyster Bay-East … more

By Laura Lane | 1/8/24

Glen Cove Hospital’s Dr. Mark Shikowitz performed surgery on Stephen Tarnofsky on Oct. 24 to eradicate his obstructive sleep apnea utilizing Inspire, an implant that opens the obstructed airway.

Implant eradicates obstructive sleep apnea

A small device roughly the size of a pacemaker is changing the lives of people suffering from moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea. The device, Inspire, which does not require a hose or … more

By Laura Lane | 1/5/24

Voters will head to the polls on Feb. 13 for the special election between Mazi Melesa Pilip, above, and Tom Suozzi.

Third Congressional District voters weigh in on special election between Pilip and Suozzi

With New York’s 3rd Congressional District facing an unprecedented special election to replace disgraced former Congressman George Santos, all eyes are on the two candidates vying to replace … more

By Will Sheeline | 1/5/24

Kristie Leigh, left, Christina Carpenter, Kirsten Marchioli, Aimee Canzoniero and Michel Walkley were among the over 70 attendees at the event.

Coalition to Save Hempstead Harbor rocks the mic for the environment at Still Partners in Sea Cliff

Sea Cliff residents welcomed in the New Year with a unique twist, as the Coalition to Save Hempstead Harbor hosted its annual “Karaoke for a Cause” event at Still Partners. The event has … more

By Will Sheeline | 1/5/24

December 13, 2023 — New York, NY — Governor Kathy Hochul signs consumer protection bill at the Community Service Society. (Susan Watts/Office of Governor Kathy Hochul)

Voting year for local elections shifts to 2026

Gov. Kathy Hochul recently signed legislation aligning many odd-year local elections with statewide and legislative elections that are held in even-numbered years. Hochul believes the bill will … more

ByJordan ValloneWill Sheeline | 1/5/24

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