Community Mourns Loss of David Dangerfield, Sr.

Resident Known as Husband, Father and Role Model

When word spread Saturday night, Aug. 1, of the sudden death of David Dangerfield, Sr., the sense of loss was profound and cut deep to many. Dangerfield was an Elmont and Royal Palm Beach community leader, firefighter, father, grandfather and surrogate parent. He passed away at the age of 51 and is survived by his wife Erica and children TJ, David “Deuce,” Jordan, Jared, Davina, Chaanelle, Charrise.

Nassau Reveals Red Light Camera Locations

Under Phase I, 20 Intersections to Be Equipped by September 1

In conjunction with National Stop on Red Week (Aug. 2–8), Nassau County this week launched Phase I of its red light camera program. In April, Governor David Paterson signed the state legislature’s red light camera bill into law and authorized the installation of up to 50 cameras at various intersections. On Aug. 6 at 12:01 a.m. the first of three were activated.

DiNapoli Reviews Audits of 34 School Districts

Sewanhaka Among School Districts to Be Reviewed

New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli recently initiated school audit follow-up reviews of 34 school districts across the state. The school districts were previously audited by DiNapoli’s office and auditors are now checking to see if these districts implemented the recommendations in the initial audits of the districts. The Sewanhaka Central High School District is on the list, and is one of 11 schools from Long Island.

County Executive Suozzi: Clear Heroin Problem Exists

Addictive Drug Gaining Popularity

There aren’t many things that have gone down in price over the last few years. Unfortunately, one of them is the dangerously addictive drug heroin. In 2006, 10 glycine bags of heroin cost roughly $150. Today, that same amount of the opioid drug costs roughly $90. Heroin is cheap, easy to get and is now becoming more widely used in suburban counties such as Nassau.

Hearing to Be Held on Lighthouse Project Next Week

Public Input to Be Given at Hofstra University

A proposed project that would have a major impact on all of Nassau County will be discussed at a public hearing on Tuesday, Aug. 4, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at John Cranford Adams Playhouse at Hofstra University.

The project, called the Lighthouse Project, which will cost a reported $3.7 billion, entails renovating the Uniondale area to include a renovated Nassau Coliseum, hotels, convention facilities, office space, retail space and residential units.

AG Accepts Settlement From Party Poopers

Attorney General Andrew Cuomo announced that his office has secured $250,000 for customers who were swindled by a company that provided wedding photography and services.

“This is a story of wedding dreams turned into a planning nightmare,” said Cuomo. “This company promised wedding photos, videos and other services, but ended up taking thousands of dollars from couples who were left scrambling to get photos and albums of their special day. Even on the day they closed down, they continued to deceive customers who paid for their services.”

Comptroller Says Attorney Improperly Classified

State Comptroller Completes Audit of Franklin Square School District

The New York State Comptroller’s Office completed an audit of the Franklin Square School District, covering the period of time from July 1, 2006 to January 31, 2008, and found that the district did not seek competitive proposals before choosing six service providers who were paid $267,379. In addition, according to the comptroller’s office, an attorney who was doing work for the district was improperly classified as a school district employee instead of an independent contractor. As a result, the attorney was enrolled in the New York State and Local Retirement System (ERS).

Lighthouse Environmental Report Declared ‘Ready for Public Review’

August 4 Public Hearing Scheduled

Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray and the Town Board declared that a state-mandated environmental report by the developers of the Lighthouse Project is “ready for public review” at its July 7 meeting. Murray and the board also called an Aug. 4 public hearing on the environmental issues surrounding the proposal to refurbish the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum and develop the 150 acres surrounding the arena.

Thousands Attend Alfano’s 3-on-3 Basketball Tourney

It was 8:30 a.m. when the first basketball bounced at the courts of Dutch Broadway School July 10. The occasion was the 3-on-3 contest that actually had a start time of 10:30 a.m. But that didn’t stop the over 20 young people who woke early, rode their bikes and were getting psyched for the second annual 3-on-3 basketball tournament contest sponsored by Assemblyman Tom Alfano.

By 9:15 a.m., over 500 young people were on the courts and lining up to check-in at tables staffed by volunteers. And, at 10:15 a.m. close to 1,000 people were streaming into Dutch. Cars were parked up and down streets. From Western Beef Supermarket to Silver Street and everywhere in between. “I’ve never seen anything like this,” said Mystique Rivera adding, “This is fantastic.”

Basketball Tournament Set for Today

A three-on-three basketball tournament, sponsored by Assemblyman Tom Alfano, for students in fifth to 12th grade, will take place today at the Dutch Broadway School in Elmont. The day is expected to include friendly competition as well as prizes and refreshments.

“This tournament was first developed to promote sportsmanship, education, family and community and I am really excited for this year’s events. So many people have pledged their support to make it possible and I know it will be a great time,” said Assemblyman Alfano.