Massapequa, United States (Local)
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Mike Polansky's coverage is highly focused on local news, particularly education and government/politics in the Oyster Bay area of New York. Given this focus, he would likely be receptive to pitches related to local educational initiatives, school district developments, legal challenges affecting the community or state policies that impact his coverage area.
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The Oyster Bay Town Board on April 14 unanimously approved a settlement resolving longstanding lawsuits brought by the federal government and New York State alleging discrimination in the Town’s housing programs. The lawsuits — filed in 2014 by the federal government and in 2015 by the New York State Division of Human Rights — alleged that the Town intentionally discriminated […]
By: Mike Polansky
Massapequa school district officials are reviewing a state ruling that would require students to use bathroom and locker room facilities that most closely align with their gender identity. On Monday, April 20, State Education Commissioner Betty A. Rosa issued the decision in response to an appeal filed by the New York Civil Liberties Union on behalf of a transgender Massapequa […]
By: Mike Polansky
The Plainedge Board of Education unanimously appointed Christopher R. Zublionis as the district’s next superintendent at its April 21 meeting, selecting a veteran educator with nearly three decades of experience in public schools. Zublionis, who currently serves as superintendent of the North Shore Central School District — which includes Glen Head, Sea Cliff and Glenwood Landing — will assume his […]
By: Mike Polansky
The Massapequa Board of Education recognized the achievements of students in the district’s fine and performing arts programs at its April 16 meeting, highlighting a range of honors at the local, regional and state levels. Board President Kerry Wachter opened the recognition by emphasizing the importance of celebrating students across all disciplines. While the district is known for its athletic […]
The Massapequa Board of Education unanimously adopted a $254,669,633 budget for the 2026-27 school year at its April 16 meeting, setting the stage for a public vote next month. The spending plan includes a tax levy increase of $7,173,563, or 3.9 percent, which remains below the state-imposed cap of 4.5 percent. The tax levy represents the portion of the budget […]
After years of uncontested races, the Massapequa School District will see a competitive election this year for two seats on the Board of Education. Incumbents Danielle Ocuto and Cher Lepre are facing challenges from newcomers Lynn Russo and Bobby Bonett in the upcoming vote. Ocuto, a lifelong Massapequa resident and Massapequa High School graduate, has served on the board for […]
By: Carolyn James, Mike Polansky
The recent closure of Dick’s Sporting Goods, the last remaining tenant at Sunrise Mall, has renewed attention on a proposed Amazon warehouse and distribution center now under review by the Town of Oyster Bay. According to plans submitted to the town, Amazon would develop 26.7 acres of the site into a 24/7 warehouse and delivery station, including fleet service and […]
More than 500 athletes from 50 teams gathered in Massapequa on May 5 to compete in the 56th annual Special Olympics New York Long Island Region Spring Games, with most events held at the athletic fields of Berner Middle School. The event, presented by Northwell Health in partnership with the Massapequa School District and the Town of Oyster Bay, brought […]
In a controversial school board election that will likely determine the direction of the Massapequa school district over the next several years, voters went for the status quo. Easily winning reelection were incumbents Cher Lepre and Danielle Ocuto who received 4,532 votes and 4,692 votes respectively. They defeated Bobby Bonett and Lynn Russo who received 2,227 votes and 2,309 votes. […]
Award-winning Massapequa photographer Lisa Glass Fiebert has donated two of her professional photographic works showcasing scenes from Massapequa and Massapequa Park to the Town of Oyster Bay, officials announced. According to Town Commissioner of Community and Youth Services Maureen Fitzgerald, most of the donated pieces will be displayed at Marjorie Post Park, where they will be available for public viewing. […]
