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Americans for Safe Access is campaigning for federal regulations to ensure quality control for medicinal cannabis products.
New report reveals disparities in cannabis testing
Americans for Safe Access, an organization that advocates for reliable access to medicinal cannabis, hosted a media briefing on July 13 to discuss its new report: “Regulating Patient Health: An … more
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The David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence in Garden City, a regional training center for all Nassau County Police personnel
Are additional police reforms on the way?
In the aftermath of the tragic murder of George Floyd in June 2020, a resounding call for police reform echoed loudly across the country. In Nassau County, some legislators aimed to lead the nation … more
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Centennial Gardens is a low-income public housing complex for the elderly on the border of Roosevelt and Uniondale where residents are complaining about the living conditions, the superintendent, and the Town of Hempstead Housing Authority.
Residents of Centennial Gardens say they are "fed up"
Residents of Centennial Gardens, a low-income public housing complex for the elderly on Babylon Turnpike — on the border of Roosevelt and Uniondale — say they are fed up with the Town of … more
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A homeless person’s encampment behind historic grave monuments at St. George’s Church in Hempstead Village.
Why is the homeless population so large in Uniondale?
Residents in Uniondale and Hempstead may wonder why homeless people seem more visible lately occupying spaces like parks, churchyards, or public parking garages. Officials of the county, the … more
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Keynote speaker Fred Brewington, right, and Assemblywoman Taylor Darling led the Joy Fest Juneteenth celebration at Uniondale High School on June 17.
Uniondale keeps the spirit of Juneteenth lively
Neighbors gathered at Uniondale High School June 17 for their first Joy Fest, a Juneteenth celebration. The event, hosted by the UHS Parent Teachers Association, My Brother’s Keeper, and … more
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Rev. Dr. Nellie Taylor-Walthrust, left, was commended for her work with Birth Justice Warriors by Vice President for Programming Carmen Lloyd and Co-President Patricia Meadows.
League of Women Voters aim to educate
A resolute army gathered at the Davenport Press Restaurant in Mineola on June 30. Its weapons are education, information, and determination to have informed voters into every booth. Its warriors … more
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Outside the Nassau County Legislature, where the office of Anissa Moore, the county’s deputy county executive of health and human services, is located.
Uniondale's battle against homelessness and the mental health crises
Nassau County is leading the way in reforming approaches to nonviolent offenses and mental health crises. The goal is to provide an alternative to calling police when someone is experiencing a mental … more
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After it was all said and done, members of the Nassau County Rent Guidelines Board decided regulated rents would rise for the second year in a row, despite some tenants and political groups calling not only for a freeze, but a rollback to pre-pandemic levels.
Hempstead escapes rent raise, rest of Nassau unlucky
Don’t expect rents to rise next this coming year — that is, if you’re living in a rent-stabilized apartment in Hempstead village. Everywhere else? Be ready to pay more. That was the decision … more
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The music of the Instrumental Sounds of Praise added to joyous celebration.
Nassau County celebrates Juneteenth, America’s true Independence Day
Last Saturday, Nassau County organized a large outdoor celebration at Clark Botanic Garden, in Albertson, in collaboration with the African American Museum of Nassau County, in recognition of … more
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Some street vendors like this one offering fresh fruits and melons for sale in Uniondale, say police have been out trying to shut many of them down, or to move from prime locations. Officers, however, say they are simply doing their jobs by responding to calls.
Street vendors claim police are targeting and harassing them
There are a lot of street vendors in Uniondale — at least according to the Nassau County Police Department. But is it safe? Is it hindering traffic? Are pedestrians in any danger? Are the … more
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