One of the biggest concerns about loved ones as they age is the risk of social isolation. According to the Administration on Aging, those over 65 represent almost 15% of the population. This number …
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By Dawn Lettau, CTRS Director of Therapeutic Recreation
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9/19/17
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The passing of a spouse can take a heavy emotional toll on anyone. Especially early on, newly bereaved widows or widowers may find it difficult to get through each day, much less focus on items that …
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Christopher Zarra, CFP®, ChFC®, CFS®
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9/14/17
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Children in fourth through sixth grade can earn an hour of community service on Aug. 21 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. by making a dog toy to help animals in need.
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8/16/17
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On July 30, members of the East Rockaway Junior Fire Department graduated from Camp Fahrenheit 516, a weeklong training event where they gained hands-on experience in how to fight fires and learned safety protocol at Nassau County Fire Services Academy in Old Bethpage.
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By Mike Smollins
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8/10/17
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Desperately needed track repairs are causing what Gov. Andrew Cuomo dubbed the “summer of hell” for Long Island Rail Road commuters. There are conflicting reports about . . .
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8/3/17
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Most financial professionals agree that you should save as much as you can, or at least 10-15 percent of your salary for your golden years1. If you’re not saving that amount, or need more to …
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Christopher Zarra, CFP®, ChFC®, CFS®
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7/12/17
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More than 20,000 people are legally driving for Uber and Lyft in New York State since legislation to bring ride-sharing to the state went into effect on June 29. “I'm proud…that a fair, safe and comprehensive ride-sharing system has been put in place that benefits New Yorkers in every corner of this great state,” Gov. Andrew Cuomo said in a statement.
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By Melissa Koenig
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7/6/17
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On June 1, which marked the beginning of hurricane season, Long Island residents in the know began preparing for the worst while hoping for the best.
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6/22/17
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A: Speaking from experience, the relationship between a financial advisor and his or her clients is incredibly important. Whether you rely on your advisor to help with retirement planning, saving for …
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Christopher Zarra, CFP®, ChFC®, CFS®
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6/13/17
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The New York State Public Service Commission announced last week that it had lowered New York American Water Company’s requested rate increase, granting a first-year increase of $3.63 million — less than half of the $8.7 million requested by the company.
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By Rossana Weitekamp
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5/25/17
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