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Long Island Republicans have lined up in support of County Legislator Michael Venditto, a Massapequa Republican, as their party’s candidate to succeed former Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr. in the New York State Senate. Joining Venditto at a kick-off campaign rally on March 15 at the American Legion Hall Post 1066 in Massapequa were Dean Skelos, co-majority leader of the State Senate; Carl Marcellino, a North Shore state senator; Ed Mangano, Nassau County's executive; George Maragos, Nassau's comptroller; Norma Gonsalves, presiding officer of the County Legislature; Kate Murray, supervisor of the Town of Hempstead; and Fuschillo.

Legislator Venditto seeking Fuschillo's Senate seat

Nassau County Republicans lined up earlier this month in support of County Legislator Michael Venditto, a Massapequa Republican, as their party’s candidate to succeed former Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr. in the New York State Senate. more

By Brian Racow | 3/14/14

Seanie Monaghan, left, defeated Vanda at MSG on Jan. 25.

Monaghan clinches another victory at MSG

“Irish” Seanie Monaghan continued his winning streak at Madison Square Garden last Saturday, when he defeated Matt “The Predator” Vanda. Monaghan, who is now 20-0, defeated Vanda (45-16) by … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 1/29/14

Farewell to two accomplished public servants

In an era when too many politicians seem to be focused primarily on staying in office, U.S. Rep. Carolyn McCarthy has announced that she will be stepping down, and State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr. has already done so. more

1/16/14

Monaghan, pictured at the Freeport PAL before his fight in Las Vegas last October, will take on Matt “The Predator” Vanda on Jan. 25 at the Garden.

Monaghan returning to MSG

Fresh off his Las Vegas debut, professional boxer “Irish” Seanie Monaghan will return to Madison Square Garden on Jan. 25, where he will face Matt “The Predator” Vanda. Monaghan, the WBC … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 1/15/14

State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr., center, announced on Tuesday that he would step down as of 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 31 to become chief executive officer of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.

Senator Fuschillo stepping down

In a New Year’s Eve surprise, State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr., a popular Republican from Merrick, announced that he would step down at 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 31 to become chief executive officer of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. more

By Scott Brinton | 12/31/13

"Plaza Theatrical Productions stages "I Do! I Do!" in Bellmore on Sunday,

What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Exhibits and more... AftermodernisM: Works on PaperThe next in the series that began in June focusing on a group of five contemporary artists, continues with an exploration of the drawing skills … more

10/30/13

Alexander Eagen of Merrick, second from left, was diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder at age 2, but he grew up to earn the Boy Scouts

Merrick Boy Scout’s honor is truly special

The toughest merit badge that Merokean Alexander Eagen earned during his six years in Boy Scout Troop 225 was swimming, the 18-year-old says. He remembers tiptoeing to the edge of the big lake at Baiting Hollow Scout Camp in Calverton, in Suffolk County, in the summer of 2012. He could only stare at the water, petrified to jump in. Swimming was the final merit badge he needed to attain Scouting’s highest rank, Eagle, so he was frustrated that he couldn’t finish it. more

By Scott Brinton | 10/16/13

Monaghan wins big in Vegas

Long Beach’s own pro boxer “Irish” Seanie Monaghan lived up to his promise of impressing the crowd in his Las Vegas debut, when he defeated opponent Anthony Caputo-Smith in the third round of a … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 10/16/13

Mangano is sending Nassau County back to the bad old days

I’ve been reading former U.S. Sen. Al D’Amato’s last few columns, extolling the virtues of Republican County Executive Ed Mangano. more

10/10/13

Seanie Monaghan sparred at the Freeport PAL last week as he trained for Saturday

Pro boxer 'Irish' Seanie Monaghan to defend WBC title

“This is my chance to really show the world what I’m made of,” said professional boxer “Irish” Seanie Monaghan, 32, after he released a barrage of jabs in front of a mirror at the Freeport … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 10/9/13

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