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Kevin, left, and Jack O’Neill are recovering drug addicts. Their mother, Ellen, said there is no history of drug addiction or alcoholism in the family.
Unable to wake up from a Robitussin nightmare
Kevin O’Neill had successfully stopped his older brother Jack from buying cocaine from his dealer in the fall of 2020. But then Jack tried Percocet, and became addicted. The brothers were … more
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Juon Hodge spends his working days at New Word Roam home in Glen Cove helping residents like Johanna Heinrichs put dishes away in kitchen cupboards.
Essential workers need a living wage
Juon Hodge, a direct support professional with AHRC Nassau, an organization that provides specialized support for children and adults with developmental disabilities, works at the organization’s New Woods Road residence in Glen Cove. He began his role with the Glen Cove home nine years ago, thinking it would only be a temporary part of his life. But, like many others in his position, he grew attached to those he cared for, and formed a family bond with his colleagues and residents. more
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Abby is a gentle giant. She came to Cove Animal Rescue severely underweight, but the staff put in a lot of care to get her healthy again.
Cove Rescue has extra mouths to feed
About 30 kittens filled the back rooms of Cove Animal Rescue with tiny squeals of excitement. Some of the tabby kittens slept peacefully on plush pillows while tuxedo cats happily pawed at cat toys and other kittens with wide eyes and pointy ears crowded around the friendly staff ready to receive treats. The cage-free cat colony at Cove includes windows, skylights and cat doors to a screened-in area with chairs and couches. There are four cat rooms, each with climbing structures and comfy perches. Kittens have their own room with plenty of places to climb and play. more
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Carolynn Eipel founded CareFirst two years ago. She has always been a caretaker at heart, she said, and has dedicated her life to helping seniors since she was 18 years old.
CareFirst finds a new home
Few transitions in life are as emotional and challenging as the role reversal between aging family members and adult children. Lisa Yeager fondly remembers her childhood with her aunt, Frances … more
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In memory of Michael Zangari, the Kiwanis Club of Glen Cove will once again host its Wheelchair Basketball Tournament on Sept. 28. The tournament began in 2017, when Zangari was president of the club. Zangari, at far left in front, played in several of the tournaments.
On the court, remembering Michael Zangari
Michael Zangari was well known around Glen Cove as a man who was dedicated to the community. He served on the board of the Youth Bureau, as president of the Kiwanis Club and as a coach of CYO basketball. He was also a city councilman, before stepping down in November 2018 due to a cancer diagnosis. He died on April 25, 2021, at age 61. more
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Tim Dunn sat outside the Stop & Shop on Forest Avenue for seven hours, surrounded by large neon-pink signs reading ‘Save the View.’
Support grows for the DiMennas and The View Grill
Tim Dunn sat outside the Stop & Shop on Forest Avenue for seven hours on Sept. 16, surrounded by large neon-pink signs reading “Save the View.” During his vigil, Dunn collected 176 signatures. His hope is that they will prove to city officials that one of the community’s favorite restaurants, The View Grill, deserves the city’s support for its proposal. more
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For 34 years, Judge Richard J. McCord officiated at weddings, served as court mediator and established the Teen Court Program in Glen Cove, in addition to serving as city judge. To honor his distinguished career, the city courthouse has been named after him.
Courthouse renamed after retired judge
Judges are trained to examine the facts of cases before them, study the relevant law and issue rulings, but some, like Richard J. McCord, who develop reputations as exceptional jurists, have an … more
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Angry constituents lined up outside the federal courthouse in Central Islip to call for U.S. Rep. George Santos’ resignation.
George Santos makes second appearance in federal court as furious protestors demand resignation
At U.S. District Court in Central Islip on June 30, embattled U.S. Rep. George Santos made his second appearance to address a range of criminal charges against him. more
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In the 1960s, Hubert Hilton, of Glen Cove, was ranked the No. 7 heavyweight in the world.
Celebration of life planned for Glen Cove boxing legend Hubert Hilton
Hubert E. Hilton was often described as the kindest, gentlest man outside the boxing ring, but inside it he was driven and vicious. And his tenacity paid off. A professional boxer in the 1960s, … more
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The City of Glen Cove has been subsidizing the utility costs of phone service carriers AT&T and T-Mobile for three decades.
Two cell carriers piggybacked on the city meter
When Rocco Graziosi, the project manager for Glen Cove’s Department of Public Works, discovered that the city had been subsidizing the utility payments of phone service carriers AT&T and … more
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