COUNTY CHAMPIONS



Questions raised on attorney’s hiring for fair housing compliance



After the Village Board hired Attorney Tom Levin of the firm Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein in an unusual off-the-agenda move at its October 15 meeting, some community members have questioned the speed at which he was hired as well as the need for additional legal representation. In addition, because Levin’s firm represented Franklin Mews The Board of Trustees hired […]

“Sponsor A Family” For Thanksgiving



Organizers of the St. Joseph’s “Sponsor A Family for Thanksgiving” program are making an urgent appeal for your assistance with the Sponsor Program at St. Joseph’s Church. Their goal is to provide Thanksgiving dinners to as many as 250 families from two neighboring parishes – Our Lady of Loretto in Hempstead and The Queen of the Most Holy Rosary in […]

A WORD FROM THE PUBLISHER

Little vandalism this Halloween

We were glad to hear that for the most part there wasn’t much vandalism in the Village on Halloween. Kudos to the teenagers for an increase in maturity and to parents for keeping an eye on their offspring. It seems like there is less vandalism in general in Garden City, at least compared to our youth (1970’s and 80’s). Back […]

Nothing’s changed



To the Editor: As we passed another election day, albeit for local elections, and its traditional abysmal voter turnout, all the media interest continues to be on the presidential cycle. While bright and exciting comets are currently arcing over the presidential political skies, the stars will inevitably align for Jeb Hillary, pulled into their pre ordained orbits by the gods […]

Error in judgment



To the Editor: Terry Collins is absolutely correct to take the blame for the devastating Mets loss on Sunday night. If Collins had put in a fresh, strong pitcher in the 9th, to close the game, he would almost certainly have guaranteed victory, and Met fans would be celebrating this week. Instead he let Matt Harvey, a 28-year old with […]

Right to the truth



To the Editor: To Robert L. Dougherty. On Oct. 8th Jason Chaffetz (R-UT), who spearheaded the House GOP committee that investigated Planned Parenthood, admitted that there was no indication that the womens’ health organization had misused its federal funding. “Did I look at the finances and have a hearing specifically as to the revenue portion and how they spend? Yes,” […]

Mayor appoints committee on building code changes



In response to concerns expressed by many residents throughout Garden City regarding the proliferation of residential extensions and new construction considered out of character with the surrounding area, Mayor Nicholas P. Episcopia has appointed a Mayor’s Committee on Building Code Changes. Robert Cunningham, long time member and current chair of the Zoning Board of Appeals, was very supportive of the […]

Meet The Veterans at the GC Library



Meet The Veterans is an event for students (in all grades) and adults. It is interesting and educational to learn how the veterans have used their personal and professional credentials to improve the lives of people here and overseas. The event will be in the GC Library this year, begins promptly at 10am and ends at 10:50am. At 11am, attend […]

Garden City Friends of STEM hosting ‘Revel for Robotics’ fundraiser



The nonprofit Garden City Friends of STEM has joined with Revel Restaurant and Bar, located at 835 Franklin Avenue in Garden City, to invite the community to an evening of food, drink and music that will raise funds for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) education and Robotics programs in Garden City. The event will take place on Friday, November 20, […]