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Norma Gonsalves Republican Incumbemt Age: 79 Lives in: East Meadow Career: Educator in New York City school system for 25 years Political experience: County legislator, 1998-present; presiding Officer, 2012-present Family: Husband, John, three children and four grandchildren Other: Project Director for Crime Watch and Civilian Patrol; Member of the East Meadow Chamber of Commerce, the Edward J. Speno Lodge #2568 Order Sons of Italy in America, and the Kiwanis Club of East Meadow;

Norma Gonsalves, a Republican from East Meadow is running for reelection to represent the 13th Legislative District against Democratic challenger Ed Kraus, a firefighter from North Bellmore. Gonsalves, who has held the position since 1998, became the Legislature’s Presiding Officer in 2012. Kraus has been in the North Bellmore Fire Department since 2004, is a former chief of department, and current fire commissioner. The 13th Legislative District includes East Meadow, North Bellmore, North Merrick, and parts of Seaford and Wantagh. more

By David Weingrad | 10/15/13

Rona and David Weiss are suing the Travelers insurance company in the hope of reaching a settlement to rebuild their home after Superstorm Sandy destroyed it.

A year after Superstorm Sandy, still homeless in Bellmore

When Superstorm Sandy submerged Len Drive in south Bellmore last Oct. 29, it was particularly cruel to the home of David and Rona Weiss, who are in their mid-60s and bought their 2,450-square-foot high ranch in 1983. more

By Scott Brinton | 10/9/13

Gail Widro, a Westbury resident who worked as a dog groomer in Bellmore for 25 years, died on Aug. 31. She was 63.

Gail Widro, community leader and animal lover, dies at 63

Gail Widro (Tilton), of Westbury, formerly Levittown, died on Aug. 31 after a seven-year battle with colon cancer. She was 63. more

By David Weingrad | 9/25/13

Boxes of food in the lobby of Temple Emanu-El. At the end of the month, it will be delivered to Island Harvest.

Feeding the hungry

While many local residents fasted for 24 hours beginning last Friday evening in observance of Yom Kippur, Temple Emanu-El, of East Meadow, asked its members to go one step further and donate the food they didn’t eat to those who need it. more

By David Weingrad | 9/23/13

Fair-goers always find thrills at the carnival, a major attraction at the annual Bellmore Family Street Festival, which opens Sept. 19.

Ushering in fall at Bellmore’s Family Street Festival

Bellmore is ready to welcome thousands of area residents to its grand yearly celebration that is a staple of the fall festival season. more

By Karen Bloom | 9/18/13

Allyson Baner, left, and Olivia Stegner, faced off during the East Meadow Summer Tournament 19U girls’ final last Sunday.

Two days, 400 teams, 1,000 games

A year’s worth of preparation by members of the East Meadow Soccer Club culminated last weekend in a tournament in which 6,000 players competed on fields throughout Long Island. more

By David Weingrad | 8/28/13

Norma Gonsalves off Conservative line

Norma Gonsalves, the Nassau County Legislature’s presiding officer, was dismissed from the Conservative ballot on Aug. 1 after a Nassau County Supreme Court judge ruled her petition invalid. more

8/14/13

Stefan Serie, a former Merrick Avenue Middle School health teacher, recently lost his provisional tenure and his position, apparently because of his appearance on “Princesses Long Island.” Now he is threatening to sue the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District if he doesn’t get his job back. Above, Serie appearing on the show.

MAMS teacher, ousted over 'Princesses L.I.' appearance, threatens lawsuit

Stefan Serie, a Merrick Avenue Middle School health teacher and multi-sport coach who recently lost his job, apparently because of his appearance on the Bravo TV series “Princesses Long Island,” is threatening to sue the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District if he doesn’t get his position back. more

By Brian Racow and Scott Brinton, bracow@liherald.com, sbrinton@liherald.com | 8/7/13

Designing a space to match your dreams

Whether it’s a single room in need of a makeover, or an entire custom built house, Marlaina Teich Designs can help transform any interior into something spectacular. A full-service Interior Design firm, MTD specializes in space planning, project management and the selection of furniture and finishes. more

7/31/13

More than 100 parents, students and teachers rallied on Wednesday in support of Stefan Series, the Merrick Avenue Middle School health teacher who lost his tenured position, apparently because of his appearance on the Bravo show "Princesses Long Island."

MAMS teacher out after ‘Princesses L.I.’ cameo

A Merrick Avenue Middle School health teacher and football, wrestling, softball and track coach will no longer have a job come September, after he appeared in two episodes of the Bravo TV show “Princesses Long Island.” more

By Brian Racow | 7/25/13

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