Hank Russell, Author at Long Island Life & Politics

Woman Seriously Hurt after Being Struck by Car

March 14, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

A pedestrian was hospitalized with serious injuries after being hit by a car while crossing the street in Freeport. On March 14 at 7:49 a.m., a tan 2003 Toyota minivan was traveling on South Main […]

Islip Supervisor Delivers State of the Town Address

March 14, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

Previously Published in The Messenger By Madison Warren This week, Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter (R-West Islip) delivered the annual State of the Town address, reflecting on the progress the Town of Islip has made […]

State Dems Say Blakeman Becoming More Extreme

March 14, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

By Hank Russell New York State Democrats continue to paint Nassau County Executive and GOP candidate for governor Bruce Blakeman as an extremist and they are now saying he is becoming more extreme by the […]

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Nassau County Is Subsidizing NYS’ Irresponsible Budget

March 14, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

By Elaine Phillips As we watch the drama unfold around the budget planning for New York State, Nassau County taxpayers should be aware of the impact the state budget has on our wallets. Under New […]

Make an Appointment to Meet Eva

March 14, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

Meet the Smithtown Animal Shelter’s Pet of the Week, Eva, a healthy tan-and-white female, bully breed mix, estimated to be about 4 years old. Beautiful Eva has quickly become a favorite with everyone who takes […]

The Real Cost of Mamdani’s Proposed Tax Hike

March 14, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

By Steve Levy New York City socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani is calling his proposed tax hike a mere 2% tax increase, but the numbers tell a different story. Actually, his plan would raise the city […]

Manorville Dog Breeder Arrested for Animal Neglect

March 13, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

A dog breeder from Manorville has been arrested for misdemeanor animal neglect after New York State inspectors allegedly found numerous issues related to the welfare of 23 dogs and puppies. On February 24, inspectors from […]

Correction Officer Indicted for Crash That Killed Pregnant Woman’s Unborn Child

March 13, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

An Amityville man who worked as a New York State correction officer has been indicted for allegedly speeding, driving erratically, and crashing head-on into another vehicle, causing serious injuries to both occupants, ultimately killing the […]

Two Dead in Hempstead House Fire

March 13, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

Two people are dead after a fire broke out at a house in Hempstead. On March 13 at 4:04 a.m., the Hempstead Fire Department responded to a basement apartment fire on Albemarle Avenue. The fire […]

Two Men Shot While Driving on Sagtikos Parkway

March 13, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

Suffolk County Police First Squad detectives are investigating the shooting of two men who were driving in Brentwood early this morning. On March 13 at 4 a.m, two 24-year-old men, who are related to one […]