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Joylette Williams, the Democratic candidate for Hempstead town clerk, said she wants to streamline public-record requests, improve residents’ access to town information and ensure that the clerk’s office operates independently.

Joylette Williams would take a people-first approach as Town of Hempstead clerk

For Joylette Williams, a run for Hempstead town clerk is an extension of a career she said has centered on education, community involvement and public service. more

By Stacy Driks | 10/26/26

Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray discussed her career in public service and her focus on making town services more accessible to residents.

For Kate Murray, town clerk is about ‘pure service’

For Kate Murray, serving as Hempstead town clerk is the latest chapter in a career in public service that has taken her from Albany to Town Hall — and back to the clerk’s office, where she first served more than two decades ago. more

By Stacy Driks | 10/26/26

U.S. Rep. Laura Gillen is looking to earn a second term representing New York’s 4th Congressional District. In a recent interview, she discussed her first-term accomplishments and laid out plans for the future.

Laura Gillen seeks re-election in New York’s 4th Congressional District, continues bipartisanship

U.S. Rep. Laura Gillen has advocated for New York’s 4th Congressional District in the House of Representatives since 2024. She is seeking re-election because she, says, she believes Congress continues to be hyperpartisan, despite opportunities to effectively address problems affecting Americans. more

By Chris Colucci | 10/26/26

Jeanine Driscoll, the Town of Hempstead Receiver of Taxes, is seeking the seat in New York’s 4th Congressional District. She discussed her goals for the role in a roundtable interview with Herald reporters.

Jeanine Driscoll looks to advance to seat in New York’s 4th Congressional District

Jeanine Driscoll has served the Town of Hempstead as receiver of taxes since 2019. A year before the completion of her second term, which began in 2023, she has entered the race to represent New York’s 4th Congressional District. more

By Chris Colucci | 10/26/26

Who's on the ballot: Freeport

Learn who's on the ballot in Freeport for the 2026 Elections. more

By Herald Staff | 10/21/26

Tim Baker/Herald Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine, left, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, LIA President Matt Cohen and State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli during the State of the Region panel discussion on Jan. 9.

At the Long Island Association State of the Region: Local priorities frame the New York governor’s race

Celebrating its centennial year, the Long Island Association hosted its annual State of the Region breakfast on Jan. 9, which included the presumptive gubernatorial candidates: Gov. Kathy Hochul and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman. more

By Jeff Bessen | 1/19/26

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman now appears to be the Republican candidate for governor of New York.

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman becomes the GOP gubernatorial front-runner

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman become the Republican Party's standard-bearer for governor after Rep. Elise Stefanik drops out. more

By Jeff Bessen | 12/23/25

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced his intention to run for governor of New York on Dec. 9.

It’s official: Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is running for governor

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced his intention to run for governor through an a video ad on his campaign website. more

By Jeff Bessen | 12/9/25

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's $4.2 billion budget passed in the legislature, despite Democrats' concerns that the plan relies to heavily on the county's reserves.

Nassau County Legislature adopts 2025 budget

The Nassau County Legislature has approved County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s proposed $4.2 billion budget for 2025, voting along party lines. more

By Will Sheeline | 11/12/24

Lafazan proposes added county holidays

On Monday, Nassau County Legislator Joshua Lafazan (D-Woodbury) stood with faith leaders from around the county to announce a bill adding Lunar New Year, Eid al-Adha, and Diwali to the Compensated Holidays for Nassau County Officers and Employees. more

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