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Anthony D’Esposito, a Hempstead town councilman, faces former Hempstead Town Supervisor Laura Gillen in the November election in a race to succeed the retiring congresswoman Kathleen Rice.

D’Esposito, Gillen look to spirited race

In her Democratic primary race last month, Laura Gillen faced jabs from her opponent. She had lost her 2019 re-election bid for Hempstead town supervisor. Yet Gillen won the primary anyway. But … more

By James Bernstein | 9/8/22

While Campbell’s fight in Vegas didn’t go his way, he is determined to comeback and show that he belongs among the best

He’s down, but don’t count him out

It was a whirlwind of emotions for East Rockaway MMA fighter, Charlie Campbell after traveling to Vegas to achieve his long-time dream of becoming a UFC fighter. Through Campbell’s successful … more

By Kepherd Daniel | 8/29/22

The first 'Soirēe Under the Stars' in 2017 helped raise money for Mount Sinai South Nassau. After a coronavirus-created break, the cocktail event returns to The Seawane Club on Saturday, Sept. 17.

Mount Sinai South Nassau brings back 'Soirée Under the Stars'

Supporters of Mount Sinai South Nassau are set to gather once again at The Seawane Club on Saturday, Sept. 17, to help raise funds for hospital projects that are expected to expand services along the South Shore. more

STAFF REPORT | 8/19/22

Associates of Genovese, Bonanno crime families charged with racketeering

Nine members and associates of the Genovese and Bonanno organized crime families were charged with racketeering, illegal gambling, money laundering conspiracy, obstruction of justice, and other related offenses yesterday at a federal court in Brooklyn. more

Staff Report | 8/17/22

Nassau Inter-County Express Bus introduced a new program — NICE Assist — designed to ease commuting anxiety by offering one-on-one, in-person service by simply scheduling an appointment.

NICE aims to ease rider travel anxiety

Nassau Inter-County Express bus service unveiled what it’s described as a more individualized service for riders with questions, concerns or even anxieties regarding the public bus … more

8/12/22

One of Inwood resident Michael Delia's many portraits.

Inwood artist finds joy in drawing all kinds of portraits

A psychic once told Michael Delia that in his past life, he was a 16th-century Italian artist. While he does not have over 400 years worth of work to show for it, Delia’s artistic career in this life has been no less interesting. more

By Rayanna Shwom | 8/11/22

FirstNet, sheriffs’ association, partner to support first responders

The New York State Sheriffs’ Association and FirstNet, Built with AT&T, have partnered to launch a statewide health and wellness program that will be available to all 58 county sheriff’s offices in New York. more

Staff Report | 8/1/22

Geraldine Moccia-King is just 5-foot-3, which doesn’t give her a chance next to the giant sunflower she planted in her yard last spring. It was just nine feet here, but has since grown to more than 11 feet, with a chance to get even taller.

Love, water and some encouraging words

The record for the tallest sunflower ever grown — at least according to the “Guinness Book of World Records” — is 30 feet, 1 inch. It was grown in 2014 by Hans-Peter Schiffer in … more

By Rayanna Shwom | 7/28/22

Manganos get more time to appeal conviction

Former Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano, and his wife, Linda, have been granted a few more weeks of freedom from jail while they continue to appeal their sentences. The Manganos were scheduled … more

By James Bernstein | 7/21/22

Former Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano is now on the hook for $10.6 million in restitution to two Connecticut insurance companies.

Mangano ordered to pay more than $10 million in fraud case

Former Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano, sentenced to a 12-year prison term in a bribery scandal, is now on the hook for $10.6 million in restitution to two Connecticut insurance … more

By James Bernstein | 7/15/22

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