Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) announced the success of his annual blood drive held Monday at the Merrick Library. Thanks to his efforts, Long Island Blood Services was able to collect 41 pints of blood, exceeding their goal of 30 pints. “I...

As a result of his annual Summer Drive to End Hunger, Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) announced today that the drive generated 4,002 pounds of donations that will go to needy local families. The drive was in conjunction with Long Island Cares...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick), along with Long Island Blood Services, will be hosting a free community Blood Drive on Monday, Aug. 20 at the Merrick Road Golf Clubhouse between the hours of 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. There is a blood shortage...

Assemblyman David G. McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) announced today that in association with the John Theissen Children’s Foundation he is seeking the donation of school supplies for the 2018-19 school year, which will then be distributed to underprivileged...

As a result of his efforts to spearhead a humanitarian relief drive for victims of Hurricane Maria living in Puerto Rico, Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) was awarded a special plaque of recognition by Long Island Cares, Inc.’s Chief Executive...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today announced a record number of donations to his annual community pet food drive. The drive is in cooperation with Long Island Cares and the Key Club of Division High School, who collected thousands...

Several dozen constituents joined Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) at the Merrick Library last week for his annual prostate cancer screening event held in conjunction with Integrated Medical Foundation. Prostate cancer is the second most common...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of the North Merrick Theatre Arts Program by awarding each director, Mrs. Joyce Kelley and Ms. Gail Appel, along with the North Merrick School Superintendent Cynthia Seniuk,...

Student Council members of Forest Lake Elementary School received an official Assembly Citation from Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) for participating in his 2018 Annual Pet Food Drive held in conjunction with Baxter’s Pet Pantry and Long...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today announced that he is once again participating in the 7th Annual Legislative Pet Food Drive Challenge to be held from February 12th through April 30th. McDonough said he is honored to host this event once...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) once again hosted an event to honor local women who have made tremendous contributions to their community in the fields of volunteerism, education, military service, community and civic affairs, government, healthcare,...

“I am deeply disturbed at the criminal allegations levied against Assemblywoman Harris. She allegedly stole from the very people she vowed to protect and selfishly turned her back on those who trusted her most. “What is more disturbing is that...

“Although I agree with some of the executive’s proposed initiatives, sound public policy does not come from a list of wish-list policy proposals but by working with the legislature to improve the lives of families across the state. “Helping...

With Christmas only days away, Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today announced the success of his yearly holiday toy drive and thanked participants for their donations. McDonough sponsored a Toys for Tots drive at his district office and also...

“With the kick off of the bustling holiday shopping season this Friday, I would like to encourage all of my constituents to consider shopping local this weekend for Small Business Saturday. We have so many amazing small businesses in our community,...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) announced today that he has partnered with Long Island Cares, Inc. and the Harry Chapin Regional Food Bank to collect emergency supplies for those struggling to survive in Puerto Rico. Those willing to provide...

Following the devastating flooding and deaths in the Houston area as a result of Hurricane Harvey, Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) is encouraging New Yorkers to remain prepared as Long Island enters the most active part of the yearly hurricane...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) is raising awareness of the startling amount of dangerous driving in school zones and around school buses. According to one study conducted by the New York Association for Pupil Transportation this past spring,...

Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) is pleased to announce a bill has just been signed into law to protect against illegal video recording of adjacent back yards. Every individual deserves a reasonable expectation of privacy and McDonough was one...