Thursday, February 13, 2025
A Roosevelt man has been charged with murder after allegedly stabbing his former girlfriend more than 30 times in front of their two-year-old child.
Freeport High School has named Lourdes Saunders-Blake as valedictorian and Oluwadamiloju Popoola as salutatorian for the Class of 2025, recognizing their academic excellence and community involvement.
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposal to restrict smartphone use in schools has sparked debate among Freeport parents, with concerns about student focus, safety, and communication.
Strong’s Marine, a leading Northeast boat dealership, is marking 80 years in business, celebrating its long-standing service, community impact, and partnership with Freeport’s Al Grover’s Marina.
Students at Leo F. Giblyn Elementary welcomed the Year of the Snake on Jan. 28 with their annual Lunar New Year parade, celebrating Chinese culture with handmade decorations and a vibrant dragon procession.
The Joysetta and Julius Pearse African American Museum of Nassau County stands as a tribute to a Freeport couple whose dedication to preserving Black history and empowering their community left an enduring impact.
Janna Rodriguez, owner of Innovative Daycare Corp. in Freeport, joined hundreds in Albany for Advocacy Day, calling on lawmakers to invest $1.2 billion in childcare workforce compensation to improve accessibility and affordability.
Paul Vario, grandson of the namesake portrayed in Goodfellas, unveiled decades of private artwork at Nunzi’s by the Water in Freeport, marking his public debut with a collection of abstract and figurative pieces.
A new bill introduced in Albany aims to support small businesses by offering tax credits for advertising in local media, strengthening both local economies and community journalism.
Mount Sinai South Nassau recognized healthcare professionals and community advocates on Jan. 16 with its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Service Award, celebrating their dedication to equity, leadership, and compassionate care.
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Last month I traveled to Washington, joining many Nassau County Republicans, including County Executive Bruce Blakeman and GOP Chairman Joe Cairo, to celebrate the inauguration of Donald Trump as our 47th president.
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One of my pet peeves is our national airline system.
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Long Island is a place of endless potential, where communities with rich histories thrive in scenic landscapes. Our ability to sustain this prosperity is at risk, however, due to a glaring issue: outdated and insufficient transportation infrastructure.
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As county executive, I have refused to make Nassau a sanctuary county, held the line on taxes even as inflation went through the roof, and brought a common-sense approach to important issues that affect Nassau families.