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My sister and I called our father’s friends “Uncle Jack” and “Aunt Sue” Smith (not their real last name). We lived in Mount Vernon, the boot of Westchester County, and they lived in Floral Park. My sister and I believe our dad met Jack through work: Both were vacuum cleaner salesman.
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By Robert A. Scott
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8/21/26
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The key is to address problems with the school rather than automatically trying to solve every problem for the child. Children need opportunities to develop independence, responsibility and confidence. Those qualities develop when they are given the chance to navigate challenges themselves.
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8/21/26
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That is an onerous burden for those property owners, because in many cases they have absolutely no control over the infrastructure the county constructs. Moreover, such an approach may solve the problem for the time being, but it glosses over fundamental flaws in government that must be corrected in the interest of both public safety and fairness.
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By Viviana L. Russell
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8/14/26
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How many towns have three beautiful beaches within a six-mile span? How many have a municipal golf course with a view of the water? How many have spectacular parks and recreational facilities for all to enjoy? And how many have wonderful, caring residents whom we call neighbors?
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By Pamela Panzenbeck
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8/14/26
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Affordability isn’t a single policy, but it’s an issue that shapes nearly every decision made in your household. I believe the government has a responsibility to ease people’s financial burden by lowering overall costs where possible, holding corporations accountable, and investing in our state’s services and workforce. This legislative session reflects that commitment through practical investments, reforms and measures designed to lower costs and property taxes for working families and small businesses.
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By Judy Griffin
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8/14/26
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Musically, Chapin’s prowess is indisputable: In just nine years he released 12 albums, filled with songs like “Taxi,” “W.O.L.D,” “Circle,” “Sequel,” and of course, “Cat’s In the Cradle,” that cemented his legacy as a magnificent musical storyteller.
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By Arnold W. Drucker
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8/14/26
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T wo weeks ago, the Mets honored their 1986 team on the 40th anniversary of its World Series championship season. That was the last time the Mets won it all, and unfortunately, it looks like it will …
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By Peter King
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8/14/26
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It’s difficult to choose one event as the most dramatic, but it’s worth recounting them one by one. The Michigan Democratic primary produced an unexpected victory by progressive candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed. President Trump won the state of Michigan in three elections, but with his popularity at an all-time low, a far-left candidate who won on the issue of affordability shouldn’t be counted out. And New York City residents shouldn’t be surprised by the Michigan result, considering that there’s a socialist mayor in City Hall.
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By Jerry Kremer
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8/14/26
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Elections aren’t sporting events, and voters shouldn’t approach them as if they’re rooting for a favorite team. Polls may provide a snapshot of public opinion at a specific moment, but they are not ballots and do not evaluate policies.
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8/14/26
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What I wasn’t prepared for was the rise of lacrosse, the fastest game on two feet. Over the past 15 years, with four kids playing lacrosse, I’ve watched well over a thousand games in more than a dozen states. Youth tournaments, high school rivalries and even a state championship have become part of our family’s story.
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By Christopher R. Zublionis
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8/7/26
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