Manhasset Eye Surgeon Training Future Doctors on Long Island
Dr. James Kelly, Northwell's Director of Refractive Surgery Education, shares his vision for training doctors and his deep roots in Nassau County.
Bob Caldwell
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Bob is a former municipal accountant who became a journalist after getting fed up with wasteful government spending. He's covered Long Island budgets for 15 years and knows where every tax dollar goes.
Stories by Bob
11 Adoptable Pets Ready for Spring Homes in Nassau & Suffolk
Nassau and Suffolk County shelters have 11 animals ready for adoption this spring, including Jellybean, a 9-year-old cat needing a quiet forever home.
Lawrence Man Indicted for Crossbow Attack on Sister
Samy Sedhom, 21, faces attempted murder charges after allegedly shooting his sister in the head with a crossbow following months of premeditated planning.
Hochul Announces America 250 Summer Events in Nassau
New York State parks on Long Island will host America 250 celebrations this summer, including drone shows, Blue Angels flyovers, and fireworks displays.
Hempstead Passes Tax Exemption for Police Killed in Action
Hempstead's board approved a 50% property tax exemption for surviving spouses of officers killed in the line of duty, raising fiscal transparency questions.
Queens Man Pleads Guilty in DEAdly Southern State Crash
Jaden D'Souza, 20, pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicular homicide after a 120 mph marijuana-impaired crash killed his sister and a friend in 2025.
Port Washington Schools Propose 3.43% Budget Increase
Port Washington's 2026-27 school budget proposes a 3.43% spending increase and 3.25% tax levy hike, amid controversy over staffing restructuring costs.
Glen Cove Council Addresses Immigration Concerns & Road Safety
Glen Cove City Council plans an immigration roundtable after ICE activity spikes in Nassau County, while also voting to add a stop sign on Robinson Avenue.
Hicksville Self-Storage Facility Gets $1.6M in Tax Breaks
Nassau County IDA approved $1.6M in tax incentives for a Hicksville self-storage facility that will employ just three workers, sparking debate over community benefit.
Seaford Middle School Career Day Spotlights 8th Graders
Seaford Middle School's volunteer-driven Career Day brought 75 professionals together to give 400+ eighth graders real-world career exposure at no extra cost.
Super Cheeks the Cat Up for Adoption on Long Island
Meet Super Cheeks, an FIV-positive tabby at Smithtown Animal Shelter, and other Long Island pets seeking forever homes this spring.
Farmingdale High School Cheer Team Wins State Title
After three consecutive runner-up finishes, Farmingdale High School's Varsity Cheer team finally claimed a state championship through bold skill choices and record scores.
Rex Heuermann Misses Court as DNA Ruling Date Set
Rex Heuermann skipped court citing health issues as Judge Mazzei schedules April 8 ruling on key DNA evidence motions in the Gilgo Beach murder case.
Honoring Elena Crowley and Claudia Moncada: Nassau's Crisis
Two pedestrian deaths near Roslyn highlight Nassau County's failure to track traffic fatalities in real time, costing lives and accountability.
Long Islander Returns Home After Week Stranded in Dubai
Donna Caltabiano, 72, of Floral Park spent a week sheltering in a Dubai hotel amid missile alerts before flying home to JFK with little U.S. government help.
Glen Cove Residents Demand ICE Protection From City Council
Glen Cove residents packed City Hall urging the City Council to protect the community from escalating ICE enforcement activity across Long Island.
Great Neck Village Issues 400 Snow Shoveling Summonses
Great Neck Village residents face fines up to $350 after roughly 400 snow-related summonses were issued, sparking a public backlash at a March board meeting.
Stillwell Woods Park Survey Drags On After 6 Months
Over 3,300 residents signed a petition demanding answers about Stillwell Woods Park as the Town of Oyster Bay's survey remains unfinished after six months.
Protesters Rally at Hempstead Village Hall Against ICE
Hundreds marched through Hempstead on March 7, rallying against ICE enforcement operations that organizers say have disrupted Nassau County communities.
Roslyn Villages Face Uncontested Elections March 2025
Four Roslyn-area villages hold elections March 18 with every seat uncontested, raising questions about local government accountability at the ballot box.