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By Long Island News & PR September 09, 2016
Faculty at Long Island University’s Brooklyn campus overwhelmingly voted down a contract offer from the administration after it chose to lock out more than 400 faculty members.
By Long Island News & PR September 08, 2016
Senator Todd Kaminsky is officially opening his new headquarters and launching his re-election campaign in Rockville Centre.
By Long Island News & PR September 08, 2016
Suffolk County is the first County in NYS to take a stand against plastic pollution. Placing a 5 cent fee on plastic and paper bags will encourage sustainable, reusable bag use.
By Legislator Anker's Office September 08, 2016
The legislation authorizes the county to move forward in appraising the Old Kmart property in Middle Island to be used for active parkland.
By Long Island News & PR September 08, 2016
Taste of Hope is a culinary event featuring tastings from some of LI’s premier restaurants and bakeries, along with a raffle and silent auction for great gifts, fine wines and brews.
By WFSD News September 08, 2016
A William Floyd High School senior and starting fullback for the varsity football team, was just selected as a “Week 2 Nominee” for the USA Football Heart of a Giant Award.
By Long Island News & PR September 08, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed legislation to modernize New York's archaic 80-year-old Alcoholic Beverage Control Law.
By Long Island News & PR September 08, 2016
DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the graduation of 31 ECOs and 17 Forest Rangers from the agency's 20th Basic School for Uniformed Officers.
By Long Island News & PR September 08, 2016
A hearing to investigate emergency preparedness and response procedures JFK and LAX airports was called.
By Long Island News & PR September 08, 2016
Governor Cuomo announced continued growth in attendance at New York’s state parks, historic sites and campgrounds. Swimming at facilities extended through September 18th.
By Long Island News & PR September 08, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed landmark legislation (S.8158/A.10740) mandating that schools across the state test drinking water for lead contamination.
By Long Island News & PR September 08, 2016
The GTSC, which coordinates the state’s traffic safety efforts, is actively urging its grantees, including local law enforcement and communities, to closely monitor school zones.
By Long Island News & PR September 08, 2016
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced the start of early bear hunting seasons in New York State.
By Long Island News & PR September 07, 2016
The Suffolk County Department of Public Works’ Division of Vector Control plans to treat parts of salt marshes by helicopter to control mosquito larvae.
By Long Island News & PR September 07, 2016
Huntington Beach Community Association Beach in Centerport is closed to bathing due to the finding of bacteria at levels that are in excess of acceptable criteria.
By Long Island News & PR September 07, 2016
The Railroad Museum of Long Island will partner with the not-for-profit organization, “Memories Everyday, Inc.” to memorialize the historic event.
By Long Island News & PR September 07, 2016
Contributions to FealGood Foundation assist emergency personnel.
By Long Island News & PR September 07, 2016
resident of local watchdog group Long Island Citizens for Good Government renewed calls for Nassau County to immediately dump Armor Correctional Health Services.
By Long Island News & PR September 07, 2016
The PGA Tour Volunteer Challenge winner is a resident from Miller Place, NY, Robert Dow.
By Long Island News & PR September 07, 2016
On Saturday, October 22, 2016, get ready to run again for your life to escape the zombie apocalypse at the Massapequa PAL Field in Massapequa.
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