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The anonymously run Lynbrook Reporter Facebook page posted this image of a man holding a semi-automatic weapon, which moved Deputy Mayor Hilary Becker to file a police report.

Facebook post sparks controversy as Lynbrook election nears

In response to the posting of a photo of a man holding a semi-automatic rifle on an anonymously managed, politically focused Facebook page, Lynbrook’s deputy mayor and mayoral challenger, Hilary Becker, hosted a news conference last week at which he announced that he feared for his family’s safety. Mayor Alan Beach called Becker’s move a “political ploy.” more

By Mike Smollins | 2/21/19

East Rockaway incumbents to run uncontested

Unlike Lynbrook, the Village of East Rockaway’s March 19 election will be uncontested, as Mayor Bruno Romano, Trustee Rich Bilello and Trustee Gordon Fox run for re-election without opposition. more

By Melissa Koenig | 2/21/19

Town of Hempstead Receiver of Taxes Donald Clavin with Kate Murray.

Clavin to challenge Gillen in November

Surrounded by dozens of supporters, Town of Hempstead Receiver of Taxes Donald Clavin announced on Feb. 19 his candidacy for Hempstead Town supervisor. “We need a supervisor that will put the … more

2/20/19

Deputy Mayor Hilary Becker, left, is running on the Preserve Lynbrook Party line to challenge incumbent Alan Beach, right, for the mayor’s seat in the March 19 village election.

Lynbrook village election candidates gear up for March 7 debate

The Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce and the League of Women Voters will host a Meet the Candidates Night and Debate for those running in the upcoming village election at the Lynbrook Public Library on March 7, at 7 p.m. All residents are welcome. more

By Mike Smollins | 2/14/19

State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, left at lectern, and Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart Cousins announced that a package of tighter gun restrictions was passed by the State Legislature on Jan. 29.

Legislators tighten New York's gun laws

On Jan. 30, state lawmakers approved the first new gun control laws since the Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement Act passed in 2013. Gun control advocates cheered the further tightening … more

By Erik Hawkins | 2/7/19

Letter to the Lynbrook/East Rockaway Editor (Feb. 7-13)

A letter to the editor regarding the upcoming Lynbrook mayoral election. more

2/7/19

In the coming weeks, about 3,500 residents will receive surveys from the firm RRC Associates, which was tasked by the Colorado-based GreenPlay LLC with drafting a questionnaire that will help inform the development of a master plan for Greis Park.

A plan in place for Lynbrook's many parks

Many Lynbrook residents will soon receive a survey asking them what improvements they would like to see at Greis Park, as part of the village’s effort to develop a master plan to overhaul the facility. more

By Mike Smollins | 1/31/19

Lawmakers plan to host hearings on the state of the Long Island Rail Road's on-time performance. The LIRR recently came under fire for not upgrading the Lynbrook station, before announcing a $17.9 million rehabilitation project, which is scheduled to start in the spring.

Lawmakers to host hearings on state of the Long Island Rail Road

State lawmakers recently sent a letter to Long Island Rail Road President Phillip Eng, informing him that they planned to host hearings about the dismal state of the railroad. more

By Mike Smollins | 1/24/19

Lynbrook board of trustees candidate David O’Neill announced that he is running independently for one of two seats on March 19. He said his top priorities include economic development and senior care.

Longtime Lynbrook business owner vying for trustee seat

Longtime Lynbrook resident and business owner David O’Neill recently announced that he is running for a trustee seat in the March 19 village election. more

By Mike Smollins | 1/24/19

Under Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s proposed budget, the Village of Lynbrook would lose roughly $230,000 in state aid.

Lynbrook, East Rockaway push for more state funding

Lynbrook and East Rockaway village officials are pushing back against Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s proposal to slash state aid to villages. The plan was included in Cuomo’s 2019-20 budget, proposed on … more

By Melissa Koenig | 1/24/19

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