MASTIC BEACH – The Mastic branch of the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Public Library is getting increased police presence after the branch closed its general services in favor
The Third District contains Bellport, Blue Point, Brookhaven hamlet, Center Moriches, East Moriches, East Patchogue, Farmingville, Gordon Heights, Lake Grove, Manorville, Mastic, Mastic Beach, Medford,
ALBANY – Mass transit has been part of the overall crime conversation in New York over the last several years. While some statistics show that
By Senator Dean Murray ALBANY – Across New York, we have made a clear commitment on paper: crime victims have rights. Those rights are codified
It’s budget season again in Albany and if the products in previous years haven’t impressed you, this year’s model certainly will. Governor Kathy Hochul (D-Hamburg)
HAUPPAUGE – Crime victims and Senate and Assembly Republicans are rallying to pass “Sarah’s Law” this session of the State Legislature. The bill, named for
By Senator Dean Murray As New York prepares for the 2026 legislative session, there is no shortage of serious challenges demanding attention. From affordability and
While the holidays approach, the public will be less tuned into politics and government. We at The Messenger, on the other hand, couldn’t be more
The Smith Point Bridge is the only roadway that connects Mastic Beach – and the mainland – to Smith Point on Fire Island. Last Sunday,
National The longest government shutdown in history – forty-three days – came to an end on November 12, as the U.S. Senate received the necessary
