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Legislators: Pause Agreement with ICE

February 27, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

By Hank Russell Nassau County legislators formally called on County Executive Bruce Blakeman to immediately pause Nassau County’s participation in its federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) 287(g) agreement, citing mounting fiscal, legal, and public […]

Aviation Attorney Blasts Congress for Failing to Pass Air Safety Bill

February 26, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

A leading aviation attorney is warning that Congress’ failure to advance the proposed ROTOR Act — legislation aimed at preventing mid-air collisions — leaves millions of airline passengers vulnerable to another tragedy like the deadly […]

Queens Man Arrested for Computer Scam

February 26, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

A Queens man has been arrested for an elder scam after he allegedly tried to get a senior to pay to get her Apple account fixed. According to Nassau County Fraud and Forgery Detectives and […]

Smithtown Republicans Run for Re-Election

February 26, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

Previously Published in The Messenger By Matt Meduri The Suffolk GOP held its convention last Friday in Medford and designated its slate of candidates for the 2026 federal, state, and local elections. For Smithtown, the […]

Sheriff’s Office History Exhibit Premieres in Riverhead

February 26, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office History Exhibit recently premiered at Riverhead Town Hall. This exhibit showcases a curated collection of Sheriff’s Office artifacts, historic photographs, uniform items, and a timeline that highlights the evolution of […]

AG: ‘Loot Box’ Feature in Video Games Violates Gambling Law

February 25, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

By Hank Russell Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit against Valve Corporation on February 25 at New York State Supreme Court in Manhattan. According to the suit, the video game developer was allegedly illegally […]

Town Announces Paid Internship Opportunities for College Students

February 25, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino announced the return of internship opportunities for college students who are looking to gain meaningful work experience. The Town will offer an internship program for the 2026 summer season […]

ICE Office Lease Fuels Speculation of LI Surge

February 25, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

By Hank Russell Reports have surfaced that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is setting up shop in Nassau County. This has also led to speculation of a possible surge here on Long Island and stoked […]

GOP Committee Chair Attends State of the Union

February 25, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

By Hank Russell Suffolk County and Brookhaven Town GOP Committee Chairman Jesse Garcia attended the February 24 State of the Union in Washington, D.C. as a guest of U.S. Congressman and Chair of the Homeland […]

Assemblyman Announces Pet Food Drive

February 25, 2026 Hank Russell Comments Off

Assemblyman Michael Durso (R-Massapequa Park), in coordination with Long Island Cares, is inviting the community to participate in his annual Pet Food Drive to help families keep their pets out of shelters and remain at […]