Nassau County permits police to wear face masks during ICE operations and undercover assignments
Nassau County Mask Exemption for Law Enforcement Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has announced a new exemption from the county’s contentious mask ban. This change primarily affects local police officers involved in operations, particularly those working undercover. Previously, public masking was only exempted for health or religious reasons. However, Blakeman’s executive order now allows law […]
Nassau County jail has detained over 1,400 migrants in 5 months through its collaboration with ICE.
Nassau County has detained over 1,400 undocumented immigrants for immigration enforcement since February, with local police gearing up to assist the Trump administration’s deportation initiatives. The detentions occurred at East Meadow Prison as part of a federal partnership that Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced earlier this year. This collaboration has made 50 cells available […]
Nassau police prepared and equipped as ICE collaboration awaits final go-ahead
Nassau County is actively moving ahead with plans to involve local police officers as agents for ICE. Officers are currently in training and are waiting for federal approval, having already transferred some arrests to ICE custody. Despite a lawsuit from the New York Civil Liberties Union that was filed last month aiming to suspend this […]
Nassau officials explode a car, a mailbox, and a whole chicken in a dramatic fireworks warning.
Nassau County officials staged a dramatic demonstration before July 4th, highlighting the dangers of illegal fireworks. In a series of action-movie-style simulations, they destroyed cars, mailboxes, and even a rotisserie chicken to make their point clear. “Please don’t use illegal fireworks,” County Executive Bruce Blakeman urged reporters at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow. Each year, […]
Nassau County dismisses NYCLU lawsuit and commits to continuing its plan to designate local police as collaborators with ICE.
Nassau County officials have committed to proceeding with a plan to collaborate with ICE on behalf of ten detectives, despite a new lawsuit asserting that this action contradicts the state’s sanctuary policy. County Executive Bruce Blakeman (R) expressed that he isn’t concerned by the lawsuit filed by the New York Civil Liberties Union, asserting that […]
Bill supported by Nassau PBA to reduce police suicides finally approved after a series of deaths in Long Island
New York Lawmakers Pass Bill Addressing Police Mental Health Crisis After years filled with heartache and legislative efforts, New York state legislators have approved a significant bill designed to address the rising mental health issues faced by law enforcement personnel. In a rare display of bipartisan support, the bill, which was introduced by Long Island […]
Nassau Democrats seek FBI investigation into the dismissal of the NUMC chairman
Nassau Democrats Request FBI Investigation into Shooting Incident Nassau Democrats are urging the FBI to look into what they describe as a “cover up” related to the sudden shooting of officials at the county’s main hospital. This call comes after documents connected to a federal investigation were reportedly stolen from private residences. In a letter […]
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman disrupts Hochul’s hospital plans.
Bruce Blakeman, the executive of Nassau County, has opted not to nominate anyone for the board of directors of the University of Nassau Medical Center. In an unexpected statement on Tuesday, he expressed his opposition to what he described as Governor Kathy Hochul’s “illegal” takeover. A Republican, Blakeman was expected to announce his board selection […]
Sirens will sound throughout Nassau County on Memorial Day to mark a moment of silence for all residents.
On this anniversary, Nassau County is encouraging residents to pause twice in recognition of the area’s significant veteran community. The county’s 71 fire stations will activate alarms and flashing sirens to signal two moments of silence, honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country. This coordinated ritual is set for this Monday at […]
Nassau Democrats warn of funding halt due to $150K required for Hempstead park restoration
Nassau Democrats Criticize County Executives Over Park Funding On Monday, Nassau Democrats convened at Millchell Park, which is somewhat falling apart and really needs repairs. They expressed discontent with county executives for their favoritism regarding a Republican-led project. The Democrats are pushing for $150,000 to fix the park but allege that Republican County Executive Bruce […]