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A new town project seeks to revitalize the entrance of the Mill River Outfall at Beekman Beach.
Town of Oyster Bay receives environmental grant
In the coming months, Oyster Bay residents and visitors to the hamlet looking out over the harbor can expect to see floating barges of plants as part of a new project by the town to mitigate … more
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Denice Evans-Sheppard, Carll’s great-great-granddaughter, spoke to the gathered crowd about her ancestor’s life in Oyster Bay.
Celebrating Black history in Oyster Bay
Oyster Bay Town Hall saw dozens come to honor Black History Month on Feb. 22 as the town government hosted its celebration of the lives and histories of the extraordinary African-Americans in Oyster … more
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William Green, a senior at Friends Academy, explained that Quakers like Lucretia Mott and John Woolman were active members of the abolitionist movement in the 18th and 19th centuries.
The dual history of Quakers and abolition
The history of Quakerism has deep roots in the story of the United States, whether it be their influence on the colonial period or the key role Quakers played in the Revolutionary War, although their … more
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More than 3,000 newspapers have closed across the country since 2005, resulting in countless communities losing essential platforms for sharing their stories. The Empire State Local News Coalition intends to reverse that by advancing new legislation and initiatives that would protect jobs, and incentivize small business to advertise.
Coalition formed to advocate for local journalism
A statewide group of local news organizations — comprising of more than 100 newspapers across New York — has launched The Empire State Local News Coalition, a joint advocacy effort to advance a legislative package intended to deliver long-term sustainability to the sector. more
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Tom Suozzi will be returning to Congress. He spoke passionately of the future on Wednesday night at his inauguration.
Suozzi makes triumphant return to Congress, vows to continue delivering for 3rd District
Tom Suozzi officially returned to his seat on the House of Representatives Wednesday night after his inauguration. He will once again represent the 3rd Congressional District, which includes all of … more
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Tom Suozzi, who won the special election in the 3rd Congressional District on Feb. 13, ran a campaign that some Republicans have said they admire and might emulate.
Tom Suozzi’s win: examining the voting dynamics
This is the first in a series delving into the complexities of elections to provide a better understanding of one of Americans’ most precious privileges, the right to vote. Democrat Tom Suozzi, … more
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Tracy Arnold Warzer, Sea Cliff’s new Senior Citizen Program Development Specialist, will create and support programs for the village’s elder community.
A new face will help Sea Cliff’s seniors
In a move aimed at bolstering services and community engagement for senior citizens in Sea Cliff, the village board has appointed Tracy Arnold Warzer as the new Senior Citizen Program Development … more
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New state budget threatens local schools
Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed state budget for 2024-2025 is sending shockwaves through school districts throughout the North Shore of Long Island. Despite the fact that the governor has … more
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Tom Suozzi won the special election to replace former Congressman George Santos, flipping New York’s 3rd Congressional District.
Tom Suozzi wins special election, returns to the House of Representatives
After a contentious special election campaign, Tom Suozzi has won back his old seat in Congress. The longtime politician, introduced by Jay Jacobs, chairman of the state’s Democratic … more
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Tom Suozzi has won the special election to replace former Congressman George Santos, flipping New York's 3rd Congressional District from Republican to Democrat.
Tom Suozzi makes a triumphant return to Congress
After a contentious special election, Tom Suozzi has won back his old seat in Congress with 5.8. Despite a vigorous campaign by his Republican opponent Mazi Melesa Pilip, Suozzi’s election … more
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