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Incumbent Hempstead Mayor Waylyn Hobbs Jr. wins re-election

Incumbent Hempstead Mayor Waylyn Hobbs Jr. captured another term defeating village Trustee Kevin Boone on March 18. more

By Jeff Bessen | 3/19/25

Nassau County possibly dumping more money into Sands legal defense

Nassau County could be increasing the amount of money to defend itself in two lawsuits concerning the proposed Sand casino resort in Uniondale. more

By Jeff Bessen | 3/12/25

How Long Island could be impacted by federal budget bill

The possible impacts of the federal bill passed last month was discussed by Reps. Laura Gillen and Tom Suozzi and several business and organization leaders at Hofstra University on March 1. more

By Jeff Bessen | 3/3/25

It's Democrat Olena Nicks over Republican Karin Campbell for Nassau County legislator

Democrat Olena Nicks defeated Republican Karin Campbel in the Feb. 25 special election to succeed Siela Bynoe as the Nassau County legislator for the 2nd L.D. more

STAFF REPORT | 2/25/25

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

Laura Gillen prioritizes reproductive rights

Laura Gillen, the Democratic challenger running for New York's 4th Congressional District, focuses her campaign on the rising cost of living, reproductive rights and immigration reform to address the border. She has also been critical of her opponent for not restoring the state and local tax deduction on income tax and an ethics probe into his hiring practices. The race has become a focal point in the national battle for control of the House. more

By Daniel Offner | 10/30/24

Anthony D’Esposito discussed his re-election campaign in the 4th Congressional District amid controversy over his hiring practices at a Herald Roundtable on Oct. 10.

Anthony D’Esposito balances controversy, re-election

U.S. Rep. Anthony D'Esposito, the Republican incumbent representing the 4th Congressional District, will face a familiar opponent in a race that has become a focal point in the national battle for control of the House of Representatives. more

By Daniel Offner | 10/30/24

Siela Bynoe is the Democratic State District 6 candidate

Current Nassau County Legislator Siela Bynoe is the Democratic candidate running against Republican Thomas Montenfinise for Senate District 6. more

By Jeff Bessen | 10/30/24

Danielle Smikle has new ideas for the 18th Assembly District, which includes Freeport, Uniondale, Hempstead, Lakeview and parts of Baldwin and Garden City.

Smikle has youthful vision for Nassau County

Danielle Smikle, a 27-year-old educator, activist and first-time political candidate, says she is ready to lead and bring a millennial perspective to create meaningful change. Running for a seat … more

By Kepherd Daniel | 10/10/24

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages joins lawmakers and supporters like Assemblyman David Weprin, at left, and state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, at right, last month to call on her colleagues to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act. A version of this measure was included in the finalized state budget that was approved this weekend by Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers.

State budget includes $90 million local media tax credit

New York unveils groundbreaking payroll tax credit for local news outlets, boosting journalism sustainability and democracy. more

STAFF REPORT | 4/20/24

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