Esteban Pulls Out of League of Women Voters Debate

The League of Women Voters legislative candidate forum will go on Tuesday night but without Legislator Manuel Esteban.  And, as a result, his opponent won’t be on stage either. His decision not to participate knocks his competitor, Democrat Rebecca Sanin, off the stage as well, Read More …

Campaign 2023: Democrats Want a Study on Adding Parking Lot

Two Democratic candidates for Huntington Town Council said Friday that the town should study the feasibility of turning the Elks Lodge building property into a municipal parking lot. Earlier this year, the Elks building was purchased by developer Frank Viteritti, who wants to add a Read More …

Sanin Can Remain on Ballot in 16th District Race, Court Rules

Rebecca Sanin, a Democratic candidate for the Suffolk County Legislature, can remain on the ballot, a state Supreme Court judge ruled Friday. Sanin is challenging 16th Distict Legislator Manuel Esteban. She was recently named the candidate after Republicans successfully challenged Sidney Joyner over residency requirements. Read More …

Campaign 2023: Esteban, Richberg, Raia, Bontempi Book Fundraisers

Jason Richberg, the minority leader of the Suffolk County Legislature, has scheduled a fundraiser for Sept. 13. The  fundraiser will run from 6-8 p.m. at Island Soul in Lindenhurst. Richberg will be representing part of Melville under redistricting that takes effect in January. See the Read More …

Democrats Name Legislative Candidates; Republicans Name Town Picks

Democrats announced their candidates Friday for election to the Suffolk County Legislature. Under the new redistricting plan that goes into effect for 2024, Huntington will add the 15th District, represented by Democrat Jason Richberg. Democrats also chose South Huntington school board trustee Sidney Joyner in Read More …