When I hear talk of student loan forgiveness, I immediately think of the wise advice that if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Why should the government forgive college loans? Loan forgiveness is only a temporary solution to the costs of higher education. If loans are funded by the government, they are not forgiven, they don’t go away — taxpayers assume the debt.
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By Ed Fare
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7/26/24
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This sentiment was broadly shared across the political spectrum: Only 26 percent of Democrats, 7 percent of Republicans, and 12 percent of Independents/Others said they believed laws were passed this session that improved our quality of life. It is especially concerning that New Yorkers do not feel that state government is improving their lives when you consider how much money our state spends.
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By Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick
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7/26/24
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Social media’s presence in our children’s lives is undeniable, and the toll it is taking on their mental health is alarming.
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By Taylor Darling
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7/26/24
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Summer is a great time to unwind, relax and spend time with family. If you’re on the event planning committee for the RVC Historical Society, it’s also a great time to start thinking about fall programs at the Phillips House Museum. Our team has put together some wonderful events for the fall, which I’ll list below.
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By Jim Belling
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7/26/24
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Kezia White, 18,of Valley Stream, a recent graduate of Valley Stream Central High School, is taking a significant step toward her goal of entering the health care field through an internship at Long …
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By Angelina Zingariello
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7/25/24
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Whether firing up the grill for a pool party, barbecue or even just a weeknight meal, one thing’s for sure: summertime means grilling season
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By Karen Bloom
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7/24/24
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Linda Breitstone, a former Rockville Centre resident and the visionary founder of Island Harvest, died on July 16.
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By Daniel Offner
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7/23/24
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The Sands New York lease has leaped another hurdle as the Nassau County Legislature's Rules Committee signed off on the lease agreement Monday.
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By Kelsie Radziski
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7/22/24
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Family, friends and colleagues gathered at St. William the Abbott R.C. Church in Seaford on Monday to remember the life of Town of Hempstead Councilman Chris Carini.
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By Charles Shaw and Jordan Vallone
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7/22/24
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Love Your Neighbor Project, a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to fostering community connections, recently awarded scholarships to several inspiring students.
Jaime Teich, the project’s …
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By Will Sheeline
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7/19/24
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