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What Will Elmont Look Like in 2 or 3 Years?

In a recent newsletter cycle, Town of Hempstead elected officials unveiled new plans to improve the look and functionality of parts of Elmont, including upgrades to its main roads and parks. The capital projects are the latest efforts by the Town to make Elmont look better and work better for all. We’re curious to seeContinueContinue reading “What Will Elmont Look Like in 2 or 3 Years?”

2 New York Police Officers Die in Ambush Shooting

Heartbreaking to hear news of two brave NYPD officers killed in a vicious and wanton attack in Brooklyn. We offer peace and condolences to the families, fellow officers and to the Bedford-Stuyvesant community. We collectively mourn loss of dear life. #HigherHeights

Goodbye, School Zone Speed Cameras

Source: Paul Larocco & Laura Figueroa, Newsday The Nassau County Legislature last night repealed the county’s controversial speed camera program, as it resisted a late push by the camera vendor to merely suspend it. County Executive Edward Mangano said last night he will sign the repeal bill and cameras will be off effective Tuesday. TicketsContinueContinue reading “Goodbye, School Zone Speed Cameras”

What If We Get A Soccer Stadium?

What is Elmont Town Crossings? On January 11th, 2013 a formal proposal was delivered for “Elmont Town Crossings” to the Empire State Development Corporation. There are three other proposals in consideration for the development site. Elmont Town Crossings is an economic development plan offered by the New York Cosmos soccer club to dramatically redevelop twoContinueContinue reading “What If We Get A Soccer Stadium?”

Reflections: After the Election

This year’s election season has come and gone. On Election Day we took to our Facebook page and thanked everyone who voted, as well as to encourage those who didn’t get to participate in such a vital democratic process. We believe voting is super important, and that our democracy is at its best when everyone’sContinueContinue reading “Reflections: After the Election”