About Long Island Forum
Long Island Forum is an independently owned digital news publication covering Nassau and Suffolk Counties. We launched in 2026 with a simple mission: give Long Islanders the straight-shooting, accountability-driven journalism they deserve.
Our Approach
We're positioned as a "slightly higher-end New York Post" for Long Island — opinionated, direct, and curt, but respectful and well-researched. We don't both-sides everything. We take clear stances on issues that matter to Long Islanders: property taxes, school quality, public safety, and government accountability.
We ask the hard questions. We demand answers from officials. We follow the money. And we speak FOR Long Islanders, not TO them.
Our Team
Bob Caldwell
Government Watchdog
Bob covers property taxes, municipal budgets, and government spending across Nassau and Suffolk. A former accountant turned journalist, he follows the money and demands transparency.
Maria Santos
Education Reporter
Maria covers schools, school boards, and education policy from a parent's perspective. A former teacher, she holds superintendents and administrators accountable for results.
Tom Brennan
Political Columnist
Tom writes about local and state politics with a Republican-leaning suburban perspective. He's covered Long Island politics for 30 years and knows where the bodies are buried.
Jennifer Lin
Community Voice
Jennifer covers development, zoning fights, environmental issues, and quality-of-life concerns. She champions community voices against overdevelopment and NIMBYism.
Mike Russo
Breaking News Reporter
Mike covers crime, accidents, and breaking news across Nassau and Suffolk. He's on the police scanner 24/7 and writes fast, factual reports on public safety incidents.
Sarah Mitchell
Generalist Reporter
Sarah covers everything else: culture, sports, lifestyle, and community events. She brings a fresh perspective to stories that don't fit in the usual boxes.
Editorial Standards
- Fact-checking: We verify everything with at least two sources
- Corrections: We correct errors quickly and transparently
- Independence: We don't accept sponsored content or paid posts
- Accountability: We hold officials to their promises and follow up on stories
- Transparency: We explain our methodology and disclose conflicts
Contact Us
Email: tips@longislandforum.com
Location: Long Island, New York