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Locally and globally, the proof is in the process

As we go to press, all eyes are on the U.S. Congress and its debate on whether or not we should attack Syria. The longer the process, the more confused the issues seem to become. more

9/12/13

It's a no-win scenario in Syria

The vast majority of Americans don’t believe that it’s in our best interests to use military force in Syria. And for the most part, I concur with the majority. more

9/12/13

We must have the support of our allies in Syria

The bloody civil war in Syria took a turn for the worse last week. more

9/5/13

Trying to put nuclear genie back in the bottle

Two weeks ago was the 68th anniversary of the American attack on Nagasaki, Japan, in 1945. more

8/21/13

The rebuilding strategy is meant to serve as a model for communities across the nation facing greater risks from extreme weather and to continue helping the Sandy-affected region rebuild.

Sandy task force offers suggestions

Ten months after Hurricane Sandy hit the region, a special task force created by President Obama released a 200-page report on Monday that outlines steps to help communities prepare for extreme … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 8/21/13

The first section of boardwalk will open on Saturday.

Boardwalk to open Saturday

This Saturday, Long Beach will finally get its boardwalk back. “We came here that Sunday night,” said resident Liz Murdy of the night before Hurricane Sandy struck, when she stood on the … more

By Alexandra Spychalsky | 7/26/13

Penny Frondelli/Herald hospital officials claim that the state Health Department is standing in the way of the facility’s reopening.

Long Beach Medical Center may lose E.R.

The Long Beach Medical Center, which has been closed since Hurricane Sandy caused $56 million in damage, is facing pressure from the New York State Department of Health to shutter its acute care … more

By Anthony Rifilato and Alexandra Spychalsky | 6/26/13

State Sen. Dean Skelos said the bill would help Long Beach cover “extraordinary expenses” associated with Sandy.

Senate OKs $12 million bond measure for Long Beach

Two months after the State Assembly overwhelmingly passed legislation that would allow the city to borrow millions of dollars in serial bonds to cover costs associated with Hurricane Sandy — and … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 6/19/13

Kevin and Kristie Reilly’s home was damaged by Hurricane Sandy, and they are hoping that NY Rising grants will help cover the repair costs.

City blasts HUD’s funding policy

The City Council is calling on the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to waive a policy that is negatively impacting Hurricane Sandy victims who rejected Small Business Administration … more

By Alexandra Spychalsky | 6/13/13

Why bother governing when you can hunt for scandals?

There are all kinds of words that come to mind when we talk about our federal government and how it functions. more

6/6/13

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