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This map contrasts the current districting system with the new proposal.
Redistricting reaction adheres to party lines
Nassau County unveiled a method of redrawing legislative districts last week — a Republican-led plan that would figuratively uproot many voters and replant them in politically unfamiliar territory. more
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The proposed new Nassau County Legislative district map. The green area would be the new District 19 with no incumbent. The yellow area would be the new District 3, where John Ciotti lives, and the tan area would be the new District 7, which Howard Kopel represents.
Legislative changes possible in Valley Stream
Nassau County’s Legislative districts would change drastically in Valley Stream if a plan by the Republican majority is enacted. more
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County Executive Ed Mangano is in talks with the Shinnecock Nation to build a casino-based development at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum property.
Nassau Coliseum casino: deal or no deal?
To the ire of local civic leaders, a casino at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum property remains a realistic option for County Executive Ed Mangano, who recently reiterated his desire to … more
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New York State Assemblyman Bob Barra is the new village clerk of Valley Stream. He is a former deputy village clerk in Lynbrook.
Barra takes charge as village clerk
A new face at Valley Stream Village Hall is a familiar face to many residents in the community. Bob Barra, who represented the village for the past decade in the New York State Assembly, is the new village clerk. more
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State cracks down on wrong-way driving
The New York State Senate has passed legislation to create felony charges for wrong-way and other reckless drivers, according to Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr., a Republican from Merrick who sponsored … more
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Ed Fare, right, was sworn in as Valley Stream’s new mayor on Monday evening before a packed courtroom at Village Hall. Nassau County Legislator John Ciotti administered the oath of office, and the Rev. Brenda Overfield, center, of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church held the Bible. Fare’s wife, Ronni, watched as her husband assumed the office he dreamt of since his days growing up in Valley Stream.
Fare takes office as Valley Stream mayor
Quietly, Ed Fare became the mayor of Valley Stream at noon on Monday. More than seven hours later, in less quiet fashion, Fare was sworn in before a packed courtroom at Village Hall. more
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County Executive Ed Mangano announced details last week for his plan to balance the 2011 county budget. His proposal includes layoffs, a furlough and the restructuring of the police department.
Mangano: cuts impact all departments, employees
County Executive Ed Mangano unveiled last week that his plan to trim millions in spending includes layoffs, a furlough for county employees and the redeployment of police officers.  Mangano … more
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Layoffs and a pay freeze were two parts of a $121.2 million budget cut proposal announced by County Executive Ed Mangano on March 16 in Mineola.
Proposed spending cuts include layoffs
Facing a fiscal crisis, Nassau County’s leaders have difficult decisions to make. Raising property taxes and imposing budget cuts are two options and County Executive Ed Mangano said last week that he would choose the latter. more
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Layoffs and a pay freeze were part of a $121.2 million budget cut proposal announced by County Executive Ed Mangano on March 16 in Mineola.
Proposed spending cuts include layoffs
Facing a fiscal crisis, Nassau County’s leaders have difficult decisions to make. Raising property taxes and imposing budget cuts are two options. County Executive Ed Mangano said last week that … more
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“Fare elected mayor…” It was the headline Ed Fare had been dreaming of since his days growing up in Valley Stream. Last week it became a reality, when the seven-year village trustee was elected to the top post with 75 percent of the vote.
Fare: Ready for the challenge
It’s no secret that Ed Fare has wanted to be the mayor of Valley Stream since his days growing up in the community. In fact, when thinking about his critics who say that all he wants to do is be the mayor, Fare responds, “Don’t you want someone who wants to be the mayor?” more
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