Women leaders inspire and share their success stories

For decades, women have faced various challenges in male-dominated industries, including discrimination, lack of support, and biased attitudes. Despite these obstacles, many women have shattered the …

Development sparks anger, tensions

At a Planning Board meeting on March 5, the atmosphere inside the packed City Hall chamber was charged with anticipation, tension, and anger over another proposed large-scale mixed-use development in …

Glen Cove schools celebrate reading week

Joan Beset, chair of Glen Cove Beautification, held a trash picker in one hand, and a bucket in the other hand while explaining to first-graders at Deasy Elementary School that keeping the …

Fun-filled senior citizen prom at Friends

Over 100 local seniors dusted off their dancing shoes for the annual Senior Citizen Prom, at Friends Academy on March 7. Students happily greeted seniors at tables who were ushered in to play card games, pool all while having meaningful conversations as they got to know each other. “For the senior members, being able to spend the time with the younger generation is always very uplifting,” Christine Rice, executive director of the Glen Cove Senior Center, said. “The high school seniors show them a level of respect at the wisdom that the senior members have.”

Legislator Samantha Goetz claims order will protect female athletes

Nassau County takes aim at trans athletes with new executive order

Thanks to Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s first executive order of the year, eyes are turning to the county as it becomes the newest battlefield of the United States’ culture war. …

Remembering King’s legacy in Glen Cove

For 40 years Glen Cove’s elected leaders, the community and faith leaders from across the North Shore gather for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day to participate in a symbolic march from the First …

John Zozzaro’s journey from local entrepreneur to City Council member

John Zozzaro’s journey from a Glen Cove native to a City Council member unfolded through the 51-year-old’s tapestry of community involvement, entrepreneurial spirit, and a deep connection to his …

COLUMNIST

Where do our young leaders fit in the age debate?

It’s a common refrain your well-meaning, often younger friend or coworker might tell you to dampen your fears of getting older: “Age is just a number.”

Columnist

It’s me, not ChatGPT . . . at least I think so

Why should I work this week? No one works anymore, or if they show up, they bring attitude or the three stages of incompetence: Don’t care, don’t want to be here, don’t notice you standing there at my counter. (I don’t mean you, of course. Herald readers are all diligent, responsible people.)

Editorial

Celebrating L.I.’s rich Irish-American heritage

St. Patrick’s Day has come and gone, but there is much more to this annual holiday than just the vibrant green decorations, festive parades, pints of beer and corned beef. It is an opportunity to celebrate the rich tapestry of Irish-American heritage, deeply woven into the fabric of Long Island and its communities.

Columnist

Wake up, Congress!

On the night of my victory in last month’s 3rd Congressional District special election, I promised my constituents that when I was sworn back into Congress, I would personally deliver their …