June was National Homeownership Month. For many, homeownership is a part of the American dream that is proving to be increasingly difficult to attain. Long Island home prices . . .
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By Nicole Jean Christian
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7/15/21
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A Flash Flood Watch is in effect for all of Nassau County from Thursday night into midday Friday, when Tropical Storm Elsa is predicted to blow across the region, bringing with it high winds and …
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By Scott Brinton
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7/8/21
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On June 30, the Nassau County Legislature approved County Executive Laura Curran’s 2021-24 capital improvement plan. Under it, Austin Boulevard is scheduled for traffic and pedestrian improvements and storm and flood resiliency measures.
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By Tom Carrozza
tcarrozza@liherald.com
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7/8/21
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Last Nov. 8, I was kayaking in Emory Creek in Freeport, just north of the Narrows, when I spotted what I thought was a chunk of garbage floating in the waterway and paddled over to collect it.
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6/17/21
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The recently completed census became controversial because of political interference, but the results are still important. This is especially true when . . .
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By Robert A. Scott
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6/17/21
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Though Gov. Andrew Cuomo last announced that a mask mandate would be lifted in schools, state officials decided Monday that students should wear them inside for the rest of the school year, while parents expressed varying views about unmasking their children in school going forward. Districts can, however, choose to opt out of masking requirements.
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By Mike Smollins
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6/9/21
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A year ago, communities were slowly reopening as the state began to lift restrictions imposed during the height of the devastating Covid-19 surge. From the start of the crisis, the Town of Hempstead remained keenly focused on . . .
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By Don Clavin
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6/3/21
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With the weather warming and Covid-19 restrictions loosening, restaurant owners in Oceanside and Island Park said they are excited about the return of outdoor dining, but have had trouble staffing their businesses.
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By Mike Smollins
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6/2/21
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One year after the coronavirus caused cancellations of Memorial Day gatherings, Oceanside and Island Park residents, elected officials, emergency workers and veterans organizations got together on Monday for in-person festivities.
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By Mike Smollins
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6/2/21
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The Village of Island Park will host its annual Memorial Day Parade on Saturday, while Oceanside has festivities planned at the high school.
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By Tom Carrozza
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5/26/21
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