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Let’s focus more on Long Island’s downtowns

In Nassau and Suffolk counties there are over 100 villages and 11 towns. While all of these jurisdictions are supported by property taxes . . . more

4/21/22

Hempstead Town Supervisor Anthony Santino announced proposed legislation to deal with zombie homes in front of a vacant house in North Wantagh last Friday.

Hempstead town to fight zombie homes

With a long-vacant North Wantagh home serving as the backdrop, Hempstead Town Supervisor Anthony Santino announced on May 20 new legislation to deal with zombie houses. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 5/20/16

The village board has begun eminent domain proceedings for a pair of vacant commercial buildings on Gibson Boulevard.

Valley Stream moves to take Gibson buildings

“Enough is enough,” said Mayor Ed Fare as he announced the village’s intention to take possession of two vacant commercial buildings in Gibson through eminent domain, demolish them and find another use for the blighted property. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 1/2/14

Village officials are seeking a grant to jump-start a housing project to replace vacant stores on Gibson Boulevard.

A grant for Gibson project?

Village officials say they agree with residents of Gibson: The vacant storefronts on Gibson Boulevard are an eyesore and have to go. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 6/8/11

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