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High-speed rail for L.I. deserves public support

With the Biden administration pushing a $2 trillion national infrastructure plan, what once seemed like a fantasy — high-speed rail for the Northeast — is slowly, steadily becoming a distinct possibility . . . more

4/8/21

Many calls, but little action on infrastructure

The potholes that used to greet us each spring, but now are with us year-round, remind us of the condition of our roads and bridges. more

By Robert Scott | 4/1/21

Why can’t we work together?

I was asked by a local proprietor why so many educators vote Democratic. I asked, “How do you know they do?” He blithely answered, “Well, I read it in the paper.” Our brief exchange was a friendly one, but it reminded me . . . more

By Robert A. Scott | 10/15/20

To fix our roads, let’s show some courage

Like most Long Islanders, I spend a fair amount of time driving on our local highways. Most of them were built long ago, some going back to the Depression era, others to the post-World War II boom. Almost all of these roads are in a state of disrepair . . . more

10/4/19

It’s time to embrace ‘micromobility’ on Long Island

For all the promise Long Island has, we’re still held back by decaying infrastructure and congested roadways. If we want to usher in a brighter future, we have to embrace new mobility options . . . more

By Laura Gillen | 8/16/19

Albany should give taxpayers a break

Every year at this time, Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the State Legislature wrestle with the state budget, facing an April 1 deadline to get it done. This year . . . more

3/22/19

New York American Water will be replacing several water service lines throughout Baldwin, in an effort to help improve the community infrastructure.

American Water to pour $300K into Baldwin

Baldwin will benefit from infrastructure improvements to its water service when New York American Water replaces some nearly 100-year-old service lines. more

By Daine Taylor | 4/5/18

Build the wall, and leave a door

Thank goodness for the recent Congressional action averting an extended federal government shutdown. It looks like enough moderate Republican and Democratic lawmakers may have finally reached a critical mass . . . more

2/2/18

Let’s get tax reform right

As Congress takes up the issue of tax reform, it would do well to look back to a successful tax overhaul that should be the guide for getting it done right again this time. more

10/13/17

At a July 12 luncheon, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced the approval of $2 billion plan to build a third track on the Long Island Rail Road’s Main Line.

Cuomo announces $5.6B plan to upgrade the LIRR

The Long Island Rail Road will undergo a transformation that has been pending for roughly 70 years. more

By Brian Stieglitz and Nicole Alcindor | 7/27/17

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