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Peter King: Desperately seeking bipartisanship and compromise

Peter King

The conversations soon veered from specific races to the issue of the almost total disappearance of bipartisanship in today’s politics and government. Despite our varying political views and beliefs, we were in full agreement that needless partisanship and mindless rancor are weakening the nation’s fabric and threaten our future.

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Jerry Kremer: Those who ignore James Carville face oblivion

Jerry Kremer

Pundits like Carville are pushing Democrats to stick to variations on his message. Absent a 360-degree turnaround by the GOP in the next several months, Carville’s admonition about the economy could be the winning message for Democrats, and leave Republicans looking stupid.

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East Meadow student presented George Farber Award

Rocky Partusch, East Meadow UFSD, who attends the Nassau BOCES Children’s Readiness Center earned the prestigious George Farber Outstanding Student Award.
Ricardo Ventura, with his son Javier, 1, were all smiles watching the U.S. Men’s National team leave the pitch with a 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Team USA World Cup run ends after uniting soccer fans at East Meadow watch parties

Following the success of its first "Soccer in the Park" watch party in June, The Island FC and Nassau County hosted another public viewing event at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre in Eisenhower Park on July 1.
Candie Coated Canvas is a new spot for local creatives on East Meadow Avenue.

The ribbon is ‘cut’ on these East Meadow businesses

Two East Meadow businesses celebrated ribbon cuttings with the East Meadow Chamber of Commerce.
Graduation caps flew high in the sky at the end of Clarke’s ceremony on June 26.

Oh, the places they'll go! East Meadow, W.T. Clarke seniors graduate with pomp and circumstance

As graduates of East Meadow and W.T. Clarke high schools crossed the stage last week, they marked the close of their years in the East Meadow School District and the beginning of what comes next.
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East Meadow Fire Department to hold blood drive in honor of Carol Gyss-Gravely

The East Meadow Fire Department is preparing to host a Community Blood Drive in memory of Carol Gyss-Gravely, a longtime firefighter, emergency medical technician and nurse.
Emily Chester, who was the top female finisher, along the race path.

Rainbow Run brings color, community to Eisenhower Park

Eisenhower Park was bursting with community spirit and color on June 20, as runners, families, and local supporters gathered for the Never Stop Running Foundation Rainbow 5K Run, held at Field 2.
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Culture and community shine at Indian American Night in East Meadow

Music, culture and community took center stage at Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre in Eisenhower Park on June 13 as Nassau County hosted Indian American Night as part of its International Nights series.
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Maidenbaum Secures Landmark Appellate Victory For Nassau County Homeowners

In a historic win for taxpayer rights, Maidenbaum & Sternberg, LLP has secured a landmark victory in the New York State Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department, confirming that homeowners have standing to argue unequal assessment in Small Claims Assessment Review (SCAR) proceedings. Thousands of homeowners who were wrongfully denied their claim for an assessment reduction may now finally be heard thanks to Maidenbaum’s perseverance and continuous fight to protect taxpayers’ rights.
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5 Common Misconceptions About Nassau County Property Tax Grievances

If you’re a homeowner in Nassau County who has never filed a property tax grievance, you may be missing out on tax savings you’re entitled to receive. Unfortunately, many homeowners are discouraged from taking action because of a few persistent misconceptions about the grievance process.