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By Long Island News & PR November 25, 2015
If your plans for the holiday season includes a trip to New York City for shopping, dining, sightseeing or the theater, then MTA Long Island Rail Road has just made the trip a little easier.
By Long Island News & PR November 25, 2015
The Suffolk County Police Department will increase police patrols in shopping centers and on roadways during the holiday season to ensure a safe and enjoyable season for residents of Suffolk County.
By Long Island News & PR November 25, 2015
For the third consecutive year, Massapequa High School Sophomore Veronica Wetzel organized a holiday food drive in her community that will not only provide a Thanksgiving meal to hundreds of families in need, but will ...
By Kelly Tenny November 25, 2015
Leave those gloves, hats and winter coats at home - it’s going to be a warm Thanksgiving!
By Long Island News & PR November 25, 2015
The Suffolk Community College Foundation has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide.
By Long Island News & PR November 25, 2015
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano announced today that the 2016 Ms. New York Senior America Pageant is seeking contestants, over the age of 60, with stage talent.
By Long Island News & PR November 25, 2015
The holiday season is fast approaching. As you prepare for the first family feast of the season, the Suffolk County S.P.C.A. asks that you remember your pets in the preparation of these festivities.
By Long Island News & PR November 25, 2015
Senator Kenneth P. LaValle congratules all participants in this year’s Thanksgiving Day Creative Celebration.
By Long Island News & PR November 25, 2015
Governor Cuomo urged New Yorkers to protect themselves from identity theft and beware of scams on Black Friday, Cyber Monday and throughout the entire holiday shopping season.
By Long Island News & PR November 25, 2015
Governor Cuomo announced that New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies will crack down on impaired, distracted and speeding drivers during this Thanksgiving holiday.
By Long Island News & PR November 25, 2015
Additional DWI patrol will be in addition to the STOP DWI Initiative that will take place this Thanksgiving weekend.
By Long Island News & PR November 24, 2015
AccuWeather reports a after a chilly Thanksgiving in 2014, warm conditions will surge across the Northeast in time for the holiday this year.
By Don Miller November 24, 2015
Raquel Castro, actress from the hit show “Empire,” Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone and volunteers from NBTY pitch into to distribute 300 turkeys and food to help 300 LI families in need enjoy a warm, ...
By Long Island News & PR November 24, 2015
Two million dollars in grants are available to organizations for projects to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species in New York State's waterways, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Acting Commissioner Basil ...
By Long Island News & PR November 24, 2015
U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer called for passage of critical legislation, the Denying Firearms and Explosives to Dangerous Terrorists Act of 2015 (S.551), that would give the Department of Justice authority to prevent a known ...
By Long Island News & PR November 24, 2015
Police Commissioner Edward Webber issues a statement re: plans to retire.
By Long Island News & PR November 24, 2015
Governor Cuomo announced two new efforts to enhance the New York State's ability to fight terrorism.
By Long Island News & PR November 24, 2015
Governor Cuomo announced that temporary lane closures associated with road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will not be permitted from 6 a.m. on Wednesday, November 25, to 6 a.m. on Monday, ...
By Long Island News & PR November 24, 2015
In advance of the holiday shopping season, Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman issued tips for consumers who plan to shop on Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
By Long Island News & PR November 24, 2015
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano, District Attorney Madeline Singas and Acting Police Commissioner Thomas Krumpter will announce additional DWI patrols for the remainder of 2015.
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