Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C-Merrick) is promoting his 15th annual pet food drive to make sure pets in our area don’t go hungry. The pet food drive will run through the end of May and will benefit Long Island Cares, Baxter’s Pet Pantry. The most...

“Every year we pass a budget, and every year it seems to get more disastrous. We were promised that this budget would make New York safe and affordable, and while there is some good in it such as the tweaks to discovery laws, this budget continues the...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C-Merrick) is promoting his 14th Annual pet food drive to make sure pets in our area don’t go hungry. The pet food drive will run through the end of May and will benefit Long Island Cares, Baxter’s Pet Pantry. The most...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C-Merrick) stands with the New York State Assembly District 14 2024 Women of Distinction.“I was so proud to honor these amazing women who work in all aspects of life to make our community great. They are true examples of...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C-Merrick) is currently collecting school supplies for students in need. All donations will go to the John Theissen Children’s Foundation to help those in the community. Already, many items have been collected due to the...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C-Merrick) met with and presented an Assembly citation to 2nd Lt. Liam Christopher Brown of the United States Marine Corps. Brown is a recent graduate of the United States Naval Academy. “It was an honor to meet with 2nd...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C-Merrick) is promoting his pet food drive to make sure pets in our area don’t go hungry. The pet food drive will last through the end of May and will benefit Long Island Cares, Baxter’s Pet Pantry. Please ensure all...

The recent incidents of violence and antisemitism at Hillcrest High School in Queens demand immediate and steadfast attention. The tepid public statements from NYC Schools Chancellor Banks are simply not enough. New Yorkers deserve swift, significant...

“The ongoing attack on Israel by the terrorist organization Hamas is appalling, Israel is our closest ally in the Middle East and has the absolute right to both exist and defend itself against these barbaric actions. As a student of history and someone...

“I am absolutely outraged by the antisemitic incident that occurred on a playground in Merrick. Hate filled symbols were spray painted by bigots under the cover of night. Let me make one thing abundantly clear, hate in all forms including antisemitism...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C-Merrick) announced the success of his annual participation in the Long Island Cares Baxter’s Pet Pantry Pet Food Drive. McDonough hosted the pet food drive, along with Long Island Cares, and this year alone he collected...

“On this day 79 years ago, brave soldiers from the U.S. and her allies launched a daring landing on the beaches of Normandy. Code-named Operation Neptune, D-Day, as it is more commonly known, was the turning point in World War II in Europe. As a result,...

“Every year we pass a budget, and every year it seems to get more disastrous. We were promised that this budget would make New York more safe and affordable, and while there is some good in it such as the tweaks to bail reform laws, the negatives outweigh...

“How to save lives: through the donation of organs, Donate Life is able to save the lives of thousands every year. In fact, just one donor can improve the lives of 75 people through eye and tissue donations. I am very proud to support the Donate Life...

“We all know crime is a serious issue facing our state. It is all too clear that while Minority are working to reduce crime in New York, the Majority is too focused on pleasing the radical left wing to actually work with us on this important issue....

“There is a sacred trust between voters and their representatives in government. Unfortunately, Congressman Santos has broken that trust beyond repair due to his serial lying. I am calling for the congressman to resign so we can rebuild trust between...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) will host his annual School Supply Drive starting Monday, July 6 through Tuesday, September 6. As the cost of living continues to rise and inflation destroys the wallets of the average New Yorker, we must come...

“Voting is a sacred right and privilege for American citizens,” said McDonough. “The recent court decision to take down New York City’s law that provided non-citizens with voting rights is a major win for our election integrity. Everyone is welcome...

“Looking back at the State of the State Address, Gov. Hochul left many New Yorkers scratching their heads searching for answers. She missed an opportunity to answer many of the questions on our minds. The governor failed to address the unsafe surge...

“A new year generally brings hope and optimism along with it. It was difficult to feel that today following Gov. Hochul’s State of the State that lacked urgency, focus and spirit to address some of the most pressing issues that New Yorkers actually...