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The newest Board of Ethics member, John McQuade, was the subject of some pointed back-and-forth at the April 16 City Council meeting.
This Long Beach Ethics Board appointment came with questions
The Long Beach Board of Ethics has five members, who are appointed by the City Council. They serve as volunteers, meeting once a month and offering ethics opinions, reviewing financial disclosure … more
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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
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John Ashmead was one of a handful of community members who shared disapproval of the settlement.
Long Beach votes to settle with Robert Agostisi
Explore the contentious City Council meeting in Long Beach, ending with a vote to settle a lawsuit with former city manager amid community uproar. more
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U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito spoke outside Camp ANCHOR, urging the need for ADA-compliant restrooms.
Lido's Camp ANCHOR secures $1.5M for accessible restrooms
Camp ANCHOR receives $1.5 million in federal funding for ADA-compliant restroom construction, enhancing accessibility for individuals with special needs and fostering community inclusivity. more
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Long Beach’s Title VI policy was revised at the City Council meeting on April 2.
Long Beach Council reviews Title VI policies for equity
The Long Beach City Council adopts updated nondiscrimination policies in line with Title VI, focusing on equitable access to city services, public transit, and community engagement for all residents. more
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Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages joins lawmakers and supporters like Assemblyman David Weprin, at left, and state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, at right, to call on her colleagues to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act. The measure — currently included in the senate’s One House budget — would provide tax credits to local news outlets, so they can keep local reporters on the ground and covering communities.
Lawmakers, publishers rally in Albany to save local news
An advocacy group determined to save local news in New York rallied in Albany in an effort to bring more lawmakers to their cause. more
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City Council president Brendan Finn reiterated his thoughts on the ever-going wind turbine project off Long Beach, questioning the point of the governor's new RAPID Act.
Long Beach neighbors rally against turbines, cables
Long Beach, Island Park and Oceanside community residents have been speaking their minds about offshore wind for nearly two years. For or against it, they have made their voices heard — at … more
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A rendering of what the city plans to have the sidewalks renovated into.
Park Avenue revitalization project is now underway
Phase 2 of the ambitious City of Long Beach revitalization and improvement project for   the downtown and central business districts started this week with beginning on the north side of Park … more
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Empire Wind Project approved amid turbulent times for industry
The federal government has granted final approval for the construction and operation plan of the Empire Wind projects, marking a significant milestone despite challenges in the offshore wind … more
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More than 3,000 newspapers have closed across the country since 2005, resulting in countless communities losing essential platforms for sharing their stories. The Empire State Local News Coalition intends to reverse that by advancing new legislation and initiatives that would protect jobs, and incentivize small business to advertise.
Coalition formed to advocate for local journalism
A statewide group of local news organizations — comprising of more than 100 newspapers across New York — has launched The Empire State Local News Coalition, a joint advocacy effort to advance a legislative package intended to deliver long-term sustainability to the sector. more
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