Brandon Duffy

Englewood Cliffs

Private Markets Reporter at With Intelligence

Private Markets reporter for With Intelligence. Formerly @TheIsland360 and @CNBC

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Historic Deadman Road Bridge to be replaced

Jul 23, 2024 | milescitystar.com | Brandon Duffy

MILES CITY, MT — The historic Deadman Road Bridge, also known as the North Fork of Sunday Creek Bridge, is set for replacement this summer, marking the end of an era for a structure that has been a vital part of Custer County’s infrastructure since its construction in 1904. The bridge originally spanned another location and was moved to its current site after 1931, following the construction of a new concrete bridge on Montana Highway 59.
DeSena's term as supervisor begins with contentious meeting

Feb 19, 2024 | islandnow.net | Brandon Duffy

Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena’s first public meeting turned contentious. One of the main issues at the Town Board meeting on Thursday was a shift that moved board members from a shared room into separate Republican and Democratic “wings” of Town Hall, as described by a member of the supervisor’s staff.
Mineola Mayor Scott Strauss reflects on Sept. 11

Feb 19, 2024 | islandnow.net | Brandon Duffy

The 20 years after the events of Sept. 11 have not translated into 20 years of healing for Mineola Mayor Scott Strauss. The tragedy that struck the nation in 2001 still resonates as he reflects on the last two decades. “People say that time heals all wounds; that’s not the case,” he said in an interview on Friday. “Every year It’s seems to get more and more difficult, because we continue to lose more people.
Commissioner Brian Morris, Ahmed Shakir and Brian Kenny running in Manhasset-Lakeville Fire and Water election

Feb 19, 2024 | islandnow.net | Brandon Duffy

Manhasset-Lakeville Fire and Water District Commissioner Brian Morris is being challenged by resident Ahmed Shakir and write-in candidate Brian Kenny for his seat. Morris is seeking re-election to a fifth term in Tuesday’s elections. He serves on the Board of Commissioners with Steven Flynn and Mark Sauvigne.
Tensions rise at second Town Board meeting under DeSena

Feb 19, 2024 | islandnow.net | Brandon Duffy

North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and Democratic members of the Town Board are clashing over whom the town commissioners should report to. At a meeting last Thursday, DeSena, who was elected as a Republican in November, said that much of the existing staff, specifically commissioners, was being told not to report to her office as part of a loyalty test. Democrats responded that DeSena was trying to block commissioners from communicating with Town Board members.
Protesters gather outside 3rd Precinct over 2020 killing

Feb 17, 2024 | islandnow.net | Brandon Duffy

Protesters gathered Sunday afternoon at the Nassau County Police Department 3rd Precinct’s headquarters in Williston Park to call for justice for Matthew Felix, 19, who was killed by Nassau County police officers in February 2020. The rally, organized by the Long Island Party for Socialism and Liberation, called for Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder to be removed, as well as all officers involved in the shooting.
North Shore areas release plans to commemorate 20th anniversary of Sept. 11

Feb 17, 2024 | islandnow.net | Robert Pelaez |Brandon Duffy

As the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks against the World Trade Center nears, North Shore municipalities are preparing to host memorial services and ceremonies to honor first responders and remember those who perished. Justin Sachmechi, chief of the Great Neck Vigilant Fire Department, said a brief ceremony will be held on the ramp of the firehouse at 83 Cuttermill Road beginning at 9 a.m. on Sept. 11.
Scalero among nine appointments as DeSena administration takes shape

Feb 17, 2024 | islandnow.net | Brandon Duffy

Nine positions in North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena’s new administration have been filled. The jobs were included in a personnel resolution approved 4-3 by the Town Board on Jan. 6. Joseph Scalero will serve as deputy town supervisor and chief of staff. Scalero, who was part of DeSena’s transition team, comes to the town after serving the Village of Mineola for 16 years as clerk.
Parking garage, substations highlight 2021 LIRR accomplishments

Feb 17, 2024 | islandnow.net | Brandon Duffy

The $2.6 billion Long Island Rail Road Expansion Project is contractually mandated to be completed in late 2022, and the MTA said that it is on track and on budget to complete the four-year project. In December, the project released milestones accomplished in 2021, which entail a number of community improvements to Floral Park, New Hyde Park and Mineola, among others. The project is adding a third track on the Main Line from Floral Park to Hicksville.
Williston Park hosts Children's Parade, National Night Out

Feb 17, 2024 | islandnow.net | Brandon Duffy

The annual Children’s Parade for a Safer Williston Park was held last Tuesday, filling the village’s streets with children on bicycles following a procession lead by Williston Park Auxiliary Police Unit No. 202. The parade was part of National Night Out, a nationwide event that allows communities to promote involvement in safer-neighborhood activities, police-community partnerships and town pride.