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I can’t help writing about the state of Florida, because it seems more detached from America than any of the other 49 states. more

5/18/23

The George Santos of then, now, and what might’ve been

He called us the “Herald Firing Squad.” That was fair, I guess. When Republican congressional candidate George Santos first visited our Garden City office last fall . . . more

By Michael Hinman | 5/11/23

The school board: Not always polite, but indispensable

So you’re looking for a way to give back to your community? Maybe burnish your resume for a future run for public office? Look no further than your local education board. more

By Mark Nolan | 5/11/23

My unexpected medical adventure

I had never spent more than one night in a hospital or been confronted by serious illness, so my recent surgery for stomach cancer and six-day hospital stay were a life-altering experience. more

5/11/23

As the virus ebbs, rules — and reporting — shift

Who says the coronavirus pandemic isn’t a global emergency anymore? WHO says. more

5/11/23

Dispatch from a four-legged 5-year-old

Dear Kathi: I turned 5 years old this winter, and I promised that I’d drop you a note and tell you how my life is with the Kreiss family. As the breeder who helped bring me into the world . . . more

5/4/23

Biden’s decision was an easy one

To no one’s surprise, President Biden has announced that he will seek a second term. That announcement has stirred up oceans of talk about his ability to serve another four years . . . more

5/4/23

Seeking leadership, and equity, for a better tomorrow

I grew up as a Reagan Republican, and I have some opinions on our current political paradigm. Reagan, whose flaws are perseverated over in our time, had some great traits that are applicable to our current environment. more

By Patrick M. Pizzo II | 5/4/23

Municipalizing LIPA would be a big mistake

Converting the Long Island Power Authority to a public power utility from a private-public partnership, which is being considered by the State Legislature through a commission, would be a massive mistake. more

By Wendy Hijos | 4/27/23

Mothering our way through the pandemic

A global pandemic was never part of the job description in my Mothers Handbook, circa 1971, but so be it. This is our time. more

4/27/23

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