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Town officials heard statements from both the 6261 Northern Boulevard Corporation, which hopes to build a new 7-Eleven in East Norwich, and village residents who oppose the measure.

Town of Oyster Bay Board considers proposal for 7-Eleven in East Norwich

A proposed 7-Eleven and gas station with 16 fueling positions has sparked debate in East Norwich, and residents voiced their concerns to the Town of Oyster Bay board at a public hearing on Tuesday. … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/13/24

Gov. Kathy Hochul joined former Congressman Steve Israel and storyteller, Dana Arschin to talk about address the rise of antisemitism and the importance of Holocaust education in public schools.

Learn what Gov. Kathy Hochul spoke about at the Holocaust Museum & Tolerance Center

Gov. Kathy Hochul visited Glen Cove on Sept. 6 to discuss antisemitism with former Congressman Steve Israel and storyteller, Dana Arschin for chat at the Holocaust Museum & Tolerance Center. more

By Roksana Amid | 9/13/24

Ava Walia, right, has joined with Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz to improve organ donation rates in New York with a new bill.

Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz joins with Syosset student Ava Walia to improve organ donation rates in New York

A new organ donation bill in New York State has been put together with the help of a surprising advocate—a 12-year-old girl from Syosset. Ava Walia, whose grandfather passed away from kidney … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/13/24

Sea Cliff’s board of trustees discussed aspects of the village’s planned digitization ahead of the vote on Sept. 9.

Sea Cliff village board to vote on digital switch

The Village of Sea Cliff is poised to take a significant step toward modernizing its administrative processes as the Board of Trustees prepares to vote on the adoption of electronic payment systems … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/6/24

Nancy Pelosi will discuss her new book, “The Art of Power,” in an upcoming talk with former Congressman Steve Israel, owner of Theodore’s Books in Oyster Bay.

A journey from housewife to House speaker

Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi is set to visit Long Island on Sept. 8 to discuss her new book, “The Art of Power,” as part of an ongoing speaker series hosted by former Congressman … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/6/24

Representatives of the North Oyster Bay Baymen’s Association asserted that their shellfishing operations would not impact the environmental study planned by the town.

Baymen’s association opposes moratorium in Town of Oyster Bay harbors

A group of independent baymen from Oyster Bay has voiced strong opposition to a proposed six-month moratorium on shellfishing in the town, arguing that the move is wrong and unfairly impacts their … more

By Mike Polansky | 9/3/24

A journey from housewife to House speaker

Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi is set to visit Long Island on Sept. 8 to discuss her new book, “The Art of Power,” as part of an ongoing speaker series hosted by former Congressman … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/3/24

Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly announced the indictment of Long Beach resident James Jayshaun Edwards Wednesday for allegedly selling illegal guns.

Long Beach man indicted in gun trafficking investigation

Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly announced the indictment of 33-year-old James Jayshaun Edwards Wednesday for allegedly selling 10 illegal firearms, including "ghost guns," outside his … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 8/29/24

Long Beach man indicted in gun trafficking investigation

Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly announced the indictment of 33-year-old James Jayshaun Edwards Wednesday for allegedly selling 10 illegal firearms, including "ghost guns," outside his … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 8/28/24

George Santos spoke to the press after leaving the courtroom, apologizing to the 3rd Congressional District and taking responsibility for his lies and fraud.

Former Congressman George Santos pleads guilty to identity theft and wire fraud

Infamous former congressman George Santos pleaded guilty on Monday in federal court to charges of aggravated identity theft and wire fraud. more

By Will Sheeline | 8/19/24