Gillen Drunk Driving Bill Hits Congress Floor

The bill would create a $45 million prize purse for the development of anti-drunk driving technology in cars.

Forensic Scientist Sues Nassau County, Claims Firing Was Whistleblower Retaliation

The suit claims the former employee was fired after participating in an inspector general's investigation into the county crime lab.

Blakeman Governor Rumors Linger As County Executive Stumps Upstate: Report

U.S. Representative Elise Stefanik is the current frontrunner for the Republican nomination in 2026, reports say.

Kennedy Picks Up Victory In 19th District Reelection Effort

The County Legislator defeated Lynn Russo.

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'Crumbling Concrete, Pitted Steel, Dripping Water:' Comptroller Reports LIRR Riders' Least-Favorite Station

The comptroller’s office surveyed 58 Long Island Railroad Stations in Nassau County and over 900 riders for the report, released Tuesday.

Massapequa School District Seeks Trump To Overturn Native American Ban

The district wants Trump to "bold, historic action and issue an executive order to protect Native American names, imagery and symbols."

State Denies Request To Extend Deadline For Native American Mascot Ban In Massapequa

"At times, the district has suggested that it has no intention of complying with these regulations," the NYSED said to Massapequa officials.

Linda McMahon Comes To Massapequa Amid Native American Mascot Ban

"This is not a First Amendment case," Education Secretary McMahon said. "This is Title VI Civil Rights case."

'Save The Chief' Fundraiser As Massapequa Files New Lawsuit

"We’re fighting back against a one-size-fits-all mandate that disrespects local values and local voices," Supervisor Saladino said.

Homeowners Can Still Pay School Tax Bill Without Fees, Interest

There's a New York State mandated two-percent penalty, if paid by June 2.

Trump Weighs In Again On Massapequa 'Chiefs' Fight

The president said in an Instagram post on Monday that he agrees with school officials "who are fighting furiously" to maintain the mascot.

Trump Joins Fight For Massapequa H.S. Keeping 'Chiefs' Name, Mascot

"Forcing them to change the name, after all these years, is ridiculous," the president wrote on Truth Social.

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Zombie Home In Massapequa Demolished After Years Of Neglect

The Alhambra Road property had "overall deterioration," Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino said.

Budget Inn In Massapequa Faces Permanent Closure, Demolition: Town

The motel was an "eyesore of violent criminal activity and was in a serious state of disrepair," Oyster Bay Supervisor Saladino said.

Special Marriage License Weekend For Oyster Bay Residents

It takes place on July 27-28 in Oyster Bay and Massapequa.

Town Of Oyster Bay Looks To Acquire Peninsula Golf Course

The town began negotiations with the Massapequa property's owner to prevent further development on the grounds.

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Town Of Oyster Bay Earns 8th Credit Rating Increase Under Saladino

Standard & Poor's Global Ratings upgraded the town to a AA- rating.

Rudy Giuliani Visits Gilgo Beach Slaying Suspect's Home: Reports

The former NYC mayor spoke with police while Rex Heuermann's home was searched, according to reports.

State Native American Logo Ban Is 'More Of Cancel Culture': D'Esposito

The congressman told Patch that Long Islanders care most about keeping their families safe. "Mascots didn't come up on any polls," he said.

Online Petition Seeks Reversal Of Ban Dropping Chiefs From Massapequa

A Change.org petition had more than 12,500 signatures as of Friday morning.

Massapequa Commerce Pres. 'Disheartened' Chiefs Would Lose 'Tradition'

The state voted to have all high schools remove indigenous mascots within two years.

Oyster Bay Considering Creating New Town Court

The Bureau of Administrative Adjudication would act as a court for the township, making it easier for residents to respond to summons.

Oyster Bay Town To Resume Glass Recycling In January

The town stopped recycling glass in 2019. Now residents will be able to add it to their normal recycling again.

Oyster Bay's Upcoming Town Meeting: What's On The Agenda

Here are some highlights of what the Board of Trustees will be discussing at its next meeting.

New Map Shows Level Of 'Forever Chemicals' In LI Drinking Water

The map shows just how widespread PFAS are in Long Island's water. But the group behind it says the problem can be solved.

New Law In NY Makes Opting Out Of Telemarketing Calls Easier

The new law requires telemarketers to be up-front about their do-not-call lists, making it easier for New Yorkers to sign onto them.

REAL ID Rollout Delayed Again, Now Starts In 2025

New Yorkers have an extra two years to get their REAL ID-compliant driver's licenses from the state.

LI Towns Repeal Abortion Restrictions After Call By State Pols

The decades-old laws were repealed after an investigation by state politicians found them in the codes of a few Long Island municipalities.

LI Isle Renamed After 'Sq___' Term Deemed Offensive

The move was part of a final vote by federal officials on replacement names for nearly 650 U.S. sites that contained the derogatory word.

NY Pols Call On LI Municipalities To Repeal Abortion Restrictions

Five Long Island municipalities still have abortion restrictions in their laws, and state politicians want to see them repealed.

Nassau County To Cut Gasoline Tax

Against the proposal a month ago, County Executive Bruce Blakeman is now on board with cutting the county's gas tax.

Nassau Dems Propose Cutting County's Gas Tax

Eliminating the tax would save people about 19 cents per gallon at the pumps, but Nassau Republicans don't seem to be on board.

After Ruling, Is Mask Mandate In Effect? Depends Who You Ask.

Confusion over the ruling and appeal on the state's school mask mandate has some scratching their heads, wondering what to do.

Massapequa-Area Unemployment Still Low: New Figures

The Nassau County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Firefighter, DJ, Accountant Among LI's Accused Jan. 6 Rioters

Many New Yorkers are among the more than 700 people charged so far in the Jan. 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol.

New NY Laws That Could Impact You In 2022

Employee protections, Styrofoam bans and marijuana sales are all going into effect in the new year.

Massapequa-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Update

The Nassau County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.