Bill McIntyre talks with Nassau County Commissioner of Police Patrick J. Ryder about his reaction to the recent college protests over the war in Israel and the local response, Project 21 to avoid selling drugs and alcohol to minors, and the upcoming International Cricket World Cup coming to Eisenhower Park this June and the safety measures being ta…

Headlines from the week of May 15, 2024 - Seniors explore their interests with final projects - Seniors honored at final games - The problem with micro-plastics on local beaches - Council to consider three finalists for county manager - Fishing vessel sank off Henry Island - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's Log…

Bill McIntyre talks with Nassau County Commissioner of Police Patrick J. Ryder about how to avoid scams, the idea of deputizing county residents who own guns in an emergency, and mental health awareness for law enforcement.Por 90.3 WHPC

Headlines from the week of May 8, 2024 - A home brimming with glitter - Mother’s Day profile with Miramonee and Eleanor - Motherhood and the importance of art, self-knowledge and friends - Gov. Inslee and Assistant Secretary of WSF to meet with county officials - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Bill McIntyre talks about health care - and the rising costs, what insurance covers and doesn’t cover, the latest with Medicare and Medicaid, and other health issues that have been in the news lately. He speaks with Nick Stefannizi, the CEO of Northwell Direct.Por 90.3 WHPC

Headlines from the week of May 1, 2024 - Orcas Island teens to compete in Race to Alaska - Bodies of two deceased men recovered in San Juan County waters - Ro Veidovi: How an island in the San Juans was named after a Fijian chief - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's Log

Headlines from the week of April 24, 2024 - A busy summer takes flight - Town upholds notice of water violation - Hospital gowns donated - Search for missing kayakers - San Juan man sentenced to prison for sexual exploitation of a minor - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Bill McIntyre talks with New York State Assemblymember Charles D. Lavine, who represents the 13th District here in Nassau County. They speak about the bill he introduced and how New York’s Legislature gave final legislative approval to repeal a 117-year-old law that makes adultery a crime with a sentence of up to 3 months in jail, what is holding u…

Headlines from the week of April 17, 2024 - Storytime for shelter sweeties - Sale of historic Rosario Resort is finalized; upgrades are planned - Derelict vessels - deconstruction of a dream - Sailors come together on Lopez - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Eric's cereal dreams have finally come true with the grand opening of Milky Ways Ice Cream and Cereal, the latest addition to Hauppauge's culinary scene. Located at 812 Wheeler Rd Suite 107, Hauppauge, NY 11788, this new hotspot promises to be a haven for cereal aficionados and ice cream enthusiasts alike. Eric, whose weakness for cereal is well-kn…

Bill McIntyre talks with New York State Assemblywoman Taylor Darling, who represents the 18th district here on Long Island. Ms. Darling is also facing off against Nassau County Legislator Siela Bynoe will be facing off for the Democratic nomination in the 6th Senate District. The primary is happening on June 25th. They speak about Nassau University…

Headlines from the week of April 10, 2024 - Into the Woods, it’s time to go / OC Production - In appreciation of native plants - Lopez shines at Coupeville track meet - Youth Conservation Corps accepting applicants for summer - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Bill McIntyre learns about the leadership in the Democratic Party and what their thought process is going into the 2024 elections. He speaks with Jay Jacobs, Chairman of the State and Nassau Democratic Committees.Por 90.3 WHPC

n a world where genuine connections seem increasingly rare, Rob Bentivegna, founder of RB Life Coaching, offers a beacon of empathy and understanding through his unique service, "Chat with Coach." Recently, I had the privilege of sitting down with Rob to delve into his personal journey, the ethos behind his coaching practice, and the innovative ini…

Headlines from the week of April 3, 2024 - Meet the new elementary school principal Sharman Ensminger - Child advocates needed - Two men charged in connection with mail theft and eluding police on Lopez Island - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's Log

Headlines from the week of March 27, 2024 - Remembering the life and music of Susan Osborn - A new era at Wolf Hollow as Shona Aitken retires - Track continues to grow - A new look for golf - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's Log

Headlines from the week of March 20, 2024 - Futures Lounge helps students prep for life after high school - Town and County debate water - again - OPALCO awarded phase 1 funding to explore tidal generator - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's Log

Bill McIntyre talks with Dave Denenberg, who recently announced that he would run for Congress, but decided to withdraw from the race in the 4th district and support one candidate to try to, in his words, unite and build the Democratic party. Dave has been an engineer, an environmental attorney, chair of the Nassau County Environment and Developmen…

Headlines from the week of March 13, 2024 - Youth news from the library - FHHS 9th & 20th grade wins 2024 Knowledge Bowl - Lopex Island’s Quaniqua Williams chosen as writer-in-residence - Samish ferry stops and assists boat in distress - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Bill McIntyre talks with Nassau County Legislator Howard J. Kopel, from District 7, who was installed as presiding officer of the Nassau County Legislature back in January, marking the 15th term of the governing body - and was re-elected this past November to the legislature to serve his 8th term. They speak about his new role, the Sands Nassau Col…

Headlines from the week of February 28, 2024 - A space for creativity to run wild - New gallery and art classes in Eastsound - The Wolverines’ girls’ basketball season ends after state game - San Juan County thanks County Manager Mike Thomas for 10 years of public service - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's Log…

Headlines from the week of February 21, 2024 - Noel Monin to become Chief of Fire Department - The Future of Rosario Resort - Show of appreciation for ferry workers - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Bill McIntyre speaks with Gian Jones, a business owner and a real estate professional, who is running on the Democratic ticket for New York’s 4th Congressional District, the seat currently held by Anthony D’Esposito.Por 90.3 WHPC

Headlines from the week of February 14, 2024 - County awards $190,000 to support affordable housing project on Orcas - Viking b-ball teams finish out season - The art of love: Alchemy Art Center’s co-founders share their love story for Valentine’s Day - Governor proclaims Invasive Species Awareness Week - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's Log…

Bill McIntyre speaks with Mazi Pilip, the Republican Candidate in the NY-03 Special Election for Congress. Ms. Pilip is currently serving her second term as a Nassau County Legislator. Together they speak about immigration, abortion, the SALT cap, and more.Por 90.3 WHPC

Headlines from the week of February 7, 2024 - A life with color: Sydney Harris and Jessi Powers share their love story - FHHS students place in NASA Techrise Challenge - Northern Flying Squirrels of San Juan - Remington Calvo Wilson is first island baby of the yearPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Bill McIntyre talks with New York State Senator Kevin Thomas from New York’s 6th District, who is the Assistant Majority Leader on House Operations, and Chairman of Committee on Consumer Protection. Mr. Thomas has also declared himself a candidate for Congress in New York’s 4th Congressional District as a Democrat, to try to unseat Anthony D’Esposi…

Headlines from the week of January 31, 2024 - What the levy means for the San Juan Island School District - Good samaritans come to family’s aid - Land, legacy and food security on a small island - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Bill McIntyre speaks with Tom Suozzi, the Democratic Candidate in the NY-03 Special Election for Congress. Mr. Suozzi held this seat until 2022, when he gave it up to run for Governor of New York. He has also held positions including Nassau County Executive and Mayor of Glen Cove. Together they speak about immigration, fighting for "working people"…

Headlines from the week of January 24, 2024 - Spring Street students finish strong in Rose Bowl Regatta - Mayor Ray Jackson announces County Council candidacy - Friday Harbor residents to start backgammon club after attending tournament in New Jersey - Alaskan Chinook in peril, a plea for protection under Endangered Species Act - plus excerpts from…

Happy Days Dispensary on Route 109 in East Farmingdale near Republic Airport is the second state-licensed brick-and-mortar recreational marijuana shop to open - and it went through a lot of legal hurdles to get those doors to swing open. Now that recreational marijuana is legalized, people are asking a lot of questions surrounding it, so today, Bil…

Headlines from the week of January 17, 2024 - Community Water Taxi project is advancing - OPALCO’s next Community Solar project is in the works - Seeking Beginning Farmers and Farmland Owners - Council calls for ‘ceasefire in the war between Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories’ - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's Log…

Bill McIntyre talks with Nassau County Legislator Siela Bynoe, a Democrat who represents the 2nd district which includes New Cassel, Uniondale and parts of East Meadow, Hempstead and Westbury. AND, In December, she announced that she will run for the 6th District State Senate seat in this year’s election. Together they talk about why she is running…

Headlines from the week of January 10, 2024 - Hilary Canty to retire from Community Foundation - Doug Bechtel retires from Actors Theater - Rotary Club: Twenty years of making a difference - Lopez Lobos played their hearts out against the Lummi Nation - New J-Pod baby - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's Log…

Bill McIntyre talks with Ms. Delia DeRiggi-Whitton, a Nassau County Legislator since 2012, who in December was appointed the new Democratic Minority Leader by the members of her caucus. They talk about what the leader is responsible for, her thoughts on the Nassau University Medical Center's future, and more.…

Headlines from the week of January 3, 2024 Recap of most popular stories of 2023! - Mysterious Tuna Death - Tokitae Dies - New Sheriff, prosecuting attorney, auditor take officePor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Headlines from the week of December 27, 2023 - Orcas Island School District may offer a pre-school program next fall - Plea agreement reached in arson case - Jingle Bell Dinner was a success for Lopez Hospice - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's Log

Headlines from the week of December 20, 2023 - Post Office working overtime to deliver onslaught of packages - A menorah is lit to celebrate the Festival of Lights - Open letter to state regarding passenger ferries - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Bill McIntyre talks with Yancey Roy, Newsday's Albany Chief, about the special election and the candidates that have been selected for NY-03, George Santos' seat, redistricting throughout New York State, and other important issues.Por 90.3 WHPC

Headlines from the week of December 13, 2023 - Rainbow Club, Strengthening Families and more at Funhouse this winter - Prosecutors to retry Dwight Henline after mistrial - Learn about the clinical benefits of psychedelics - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Bill McIntyre talks with Mr. Richard Kessel, who back in October was appointed to the Nassau County Interim Finance Authority in the role of chair and director for the board, by New York’s Governor, Kathy Hochul. NIFA was formed over 20 years ago to monitor and oversee Nassau County’s finances and to ensure that the County is fiscally strong and ha…

Headlines from the week of December 6, 2023 - Hazmat call at the exchange - Ferries awarded $4.8 million to extend lifespan of six aging vessels by up to a decade - Lopez Lobos winter sports - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Bill McIntyre speaks with Laura Gillen, Laura Gillen, who is the Democratic candidate running in the 4th district, the seat currently held by Republican Anthony D’Esposito - setting up a rematch of the 2022 election in the district. Ms. Gillen held the title of Hempstead Town Supervisor, when she was elected back in 2017. They speak about George Sa…

Headlines from the week of November 29, 2023 - New co-op bakery to open in Eastsound - Letters: Congratulations to Orcas soccer - Volunteers undertake massive acorn-planting project - Surprise volcano discovery off the shores of Lopez Island - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Headlines from the week of November 22, 2023 - Art for Orcas Kids’ classes selected to make Governor’s Mansion holiday ornaments - Hung jury in arson trial - Author talk with Alexis Steinmen - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Bill McIntyre talks with Jim Toes - a candidate running on the Republican ticket in the 2024 election for NY's 3rd Congressional District, the seat currently held by George Santos. They talk about why Mr. Toes wants to join politics, what his thoughts on George Santos is, issues like the national energy and fentanyl crisises, and more.…

Headlines from the week of November 15, 2023 - The future of OAA’s Mercy Flights - Islanders testified in force against Zylstra Lake trail - Cue the excitement: The Holiday Bazaar is back! - Washington residents wait in darkness for Congress to end daylight savings - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's Log…

Headlines from the week of November 8, 2023 - To thine own self be true / ‘Women Playing Hamlet’ opens - The Samish Nation’s fight against climate change - Seniors finish on a high note - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.

Bill McIntyre previews Election Day 2023, and the races that you need to know about in Nassau County including the Legislature and Township leadership. He speaks with Scott Eidler, who reports on Nassau County government and politics for Newsday and Newsday.com.Por 90.3 WHPC

Headlines from the week of November 1, 2023 - Orcas Vikings’ volleyball is advancing into playoffs - Return to the wild: Wolf Hollow releases rehabilitated seal pups - A dramatic Lopez overtime win - plus excerpts from the Sheriff's LogPor San Juan Newsgroup • Sound Publishing, Inc.