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By Long Island News & PR April 26, 2016
With legislation necessary to take on the Zika virus headed to the Senate floor within a month, U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer today announced he will push the President’s emergency funding request of $1.9 billion ...
By Long Island News & PR April 25, 2016
The Adventure Park at Long Island will be celebrating Arbor Day, as will its sister parks in CT, MD, MA, MI, & VA.
By Long Island News & PR April 25, 2016
NYS Department of Environmental Conservation requested the assistance of the Suffolk County SPCA in the removal of a 6 foot long alligator from a Medford home.
By Long Island News & PR April 25, 2016
The Suffolk County Police Department has an ongoing effort to enhance community relations by engaging the Hispanic Community.
By Long Island News & PR April 25, 2016
U.S. Senator Charles Schumer announced today that a new provision was added to his bill, the Adam Walsh Reauthorization Act of 2016, that would allow children who were victims of crimes such as sex trafficking, ...
By WFSD News April 25, 2016
The William Floyd Music Department is pleased to announce the “Music Maestros of the Month,” a new award to recognize students who go above and beyond in their music.
By WFSD News April 25, 2016
Ezekiel Torres, a junior at William Floyd High School, was recently selected to attend the United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar (NASS) this upcoming June, where he will learn about life at the U.S. Naval ...
By Long Island News & PR April 25, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced $57 million in Weatherization Assistance Program funds that will help cut utility costs for approximately 8,600 low-income families and seniors across the state.
By Legislator Anker's Office April 24, 2016
In 2012, Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker partnered with the Suffolk County Police Department to create a scam alert website. It is an important resource to warn residents about common phone and internet scams, and ...
By Long Island News & PR April 23, 2016
Acting Commissioner Thomas C. Krumpter and the Nassau County Police Department regretfully announce the passing of retired Detective Joseph G. Skowronski of Mineola. Detective Skowronski served 32 years with the Nassau County Police Department.
By Long Island News & PR April 23, 2016
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano joined forces with the State Firemen’s Association and the volunteer fire service to announce the 6th Annual RecruitNY program at a press conference today at the Nassau County Firefighters ...
By Long Island News & PR April 22, 2016
On April 21 and 22, students at Harbor Country Day School celebrated Earth Day with a number of fun-filled and educational activities.
By Long Island News & PR April 22, 2016
More than 20 parks across Long Island will hold volunteer events as part of the fifth annual I Love My Park Day on Saturday, May 7.
By Long Island News & PR April 22, 2016
Centerport United Methodist Church will host its 3rd Annual Tom Adams Blessing of the Animals on Saturday, April 23rd at 11:00 am to coincide with the celebration of Earth Day. All are welcome to bring ...
By Long Island News & PR April 22, 2016
Homicide Squad detectives report the details of a Fatal Auto Accident involving a pedestrian that occurred on Thursday, April 21, 2016 at 3:40 pm in Carle Place.
By Long Island News & PR April 22, 2016
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano congratulated the Floral Park Memorial High School Girls Basketball Team for making it to the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class A finals at Hudson Valley ...
By Long Island News & PR April 22, 2016
In anticipation of Earth Day, Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today showcased a variety of statewide environmental protection initiatives that his office has championed over the past year.
By Long Island News & PR April 22, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance stopped more than 239,000 suspicious refund claims during the income tax season.
By Long Island News & PR April 22, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced New York State is launching the "Connect Kids to Parks" program to enhance educational and recreational opportunities for schoolchildren and help promote parks and historic places in every corner ...
By Long Island News & PR April 22, 2016
U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer today announced that a requirement to develop new safety standards for drones – that could include technology like geo-fencing that would keep drones away from sensitive areas -- passed the ...
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