Local Commuters ‘Storm’ Into Garden City Hotel for MTA Public Hearing
Nassau Residents Speak Out Against Proposed Fare Hikes
The public hearing to address the MTA’s proposed fare hikes held at the Garden City Hotel on Sept. 16 was met with a literal “twist” of fate. As LIRR and LI Bus riders started shuffling into the hotel at 5 p.m. to register to speak, thousands of Long Island-bound commuters were about to be stranded in Penn Station. Two tornadoes ripped through New York City at the height of rush hour, causing the MTA to suspend all LIRR service.
What’s Holding up Progress of the Alexan in West Hempstead?
WH Residents Want Courtesy Hotel Gone
If you’ve walked by it late at night, more so than not, a policeman is on patrol there. Residents want it gone so that the area can forget the blight that is the Courtesy Hotel.
6th SD: Mejias Out, Carlow Endorsed by Democratic Senate Campaign Committee
Mejias Drops Out of Primary Race After Stalking Arrest
On Wednesday, Sept. 8, on the steps of the State Supreme Court in Mineola, Plainview businesswoman Francesca Carlow announced that she has received the endorsement of the Democratic Senate Campaign Committee (DSCC) in the race for the 6th New York State Senate District seat against 34-year Republican incumbent Kemp Hannon. A day later, her Democratic Primary opponent, Dave Mejias- who was recently arrested for allegedly stalking his ex-girlfriend- announced that he would drop out of the race.
4th Congressional Candidates Clash in Primary Debate
Scaturro, Becker, Maloney Discuss LI Jobs, Economy
As the Republican primary election looms on Sept. 14, there were plenty of fireworks to watch during a recent debate held at the Hewlett-Woodmere Library. The three Republican candidates seeking to take on Democratic incumbent Carolyn McCarthy in the 4th Congressional District race exchanged sharp words on Long Island’s struggling economy, campaign reform and how to tackle job growth.
Upbeat Lazio Talks With Local Reporters
Republican Candidate for Governor Touts High Tech Green Jobs for LI
Declaring that his candidacy for the Republican Party nomination for governor was in “great shape,” former Long Island congressman Rick Lazio made another campaign stop in Nassau County last week, with a visit to the Massapequa Diner.
Still No Teacher’s Contract for WH
School Year to Begin Without New Deal?
As it stands now, the West Hempstead School District may enter the 2010-2011 school year without a new teacher’s contract in place. The school year starts on Tuesday.
ShotSpotter: One Year Later
Crimestopping Technology Could See Expanded Use in NC
In the “old” days, police would receive a 911 call about shots fired in an area and respond to the scene with possible fatalities or severe injuries. For one year now, police have been able to respond within seconds of a shooting occurring.
Elmont UFSD to Lower Tax Levy
Annual Savings: $200,000
In a strategic move to help reduce taxpayers’ costs, the Elmont School District has announced a reduction in the 2010-2011 tax levy from 2.7 percent to 2.3 percent. As a result, the average homeowner’s annual tax bill, which was slated to increase by $78 will increase only $62 — a $16 per household decrease. The lower tax levy will yield an annual savings of $200,000.
WH School District President: “Hogan in Good Health”
Timetable for Return to School District Unknown
West Hempstead Board of Education president Pamela Lotito reassured local residents present at last week’s board meeting that Superintendent John Hogan is alert and doing well after suffering an “illness” on Aug. 9. It is unknown when Hogan will return to work.
New Provision to Leandra’s Law in Effect
Governor Paterson Mandates Ignition Interlock for DWI Offenders
On Thursday, Aug. 12, Governor David Paterson held a news conference at the Nassau County Police Academy in Massapequa Park to announce a new provision to Leandra’s Law, requiring that all individuals convicted of a DWI, even first time offenders with, or without a child in the vehicle to install an ignition interlock system on any vehicle they operate. The provision went into effect on Sunday, Aug. 15.
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