Politics & Government

County Exec Debate, Flags for Veterans, PSE&G

News from Nassau County this week.

Mangano-Suozzi Debate to be Televised Sunday

CBS and some of its New York properties on Sunday will broadcast a Nassau County Executive debate between Ed Mangano and Tom Suozzi. The one-hour debate will be broadcast at 8 a.m. on WLNY 10/55 and at 1 p.m. on both CBS 2 and WCBS-Newsradio 880. Click here for more.

Nassau Executive Building Decorated with Flags for Veterans

This past Wednesday the Nassau County Executive Building in Mineola had a few more flags flying than usual as veterans’ groups were at the location selling flags in order to help fund services for their fellow former military members. Click here for more.

PSE&G Holds Meeting in Seaford

Representatives from PSE&G were at  Seaford High School Monday to introduce themselves to the community. At the meeting sponsored by Legis. David Denenberg, D-Merrick, the company laid out a plan that included an increased focus on equipment maintenance and stabilizing rates. Click here for more.

Gas Reserves Set Up on Long Island, In Case Another Superstorm Hits

Nearly one year after a post-Hurricane Sandy gas shortage caused panic and long lines at local pumps, a gas reserve has been set up to make sure the fuel keeps flowing when the next emergency hits. Click here for more.

Stacy's Warriors Do Battle With Cancer at Jones Beach

A Plainview mom fighting cancer has a big-hearted team in her corner. So big, in fact, that more than 200 walkers took part in the annual "Making Strides" American Cancer Society walk at Jones Beach on Sunday Oct. 20.  Along with many family and friends, many team members include members of the varsity and J.V. football team as well as Plainview cheer leading teams. Stacy is the J.V. cheer-leading coach. Click here for more.

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