Q: What is the State Environmental Quality Review Act, and what could it mean for me?
A: The State Environmental Quality Review Act (known by its acronym SEQRA) is a complex State statute …
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By A. Thomas Levin
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7/16/13
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Snakes and turtles and children... oh my!
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The Henry Waldinger Memorial Library hosted Reptiles on the Move, an interactive program for children and teens on June 11. Reptile Specialist Marie Leighton introduced the group to a variety of creatures including snakes, turtles, lizards and dragons.
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7/3/13
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All about the stars and stripes in Valley Stream
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American Legion Post 854 hosted a Flag Day ceremony on June 14 outside of its headquarters on Roosevelt Avenue. Unserviceable flags were burned, which is the proper way to dispose of old and tattered American flags. Local Girl Scouts joined veterans in the ceremony.
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6/19/13
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Q: I own a business and one of my customers filed for bankruptcy, is there anything I should do?
A: Yes, there is actually quite a lot you should do, and the explanation of everything would be …
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By Thomas R. Slome
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6/14/13
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Q: I understand that a new law was enacted in January 2013 regarding the Federal estate, gift and generation-skipping transfer tax.
A: Yes, in April 2013, the Treasury Department …
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By Carmela Montesano
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6/14/13
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Q: My proposed employment agreement contains a non-compete clause. How does that affect me?A: Courts can enforce narrowly drawn non-competition covenants that are designed to protect an …
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By Erica B. Garay
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6/12/13
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Q: My commercial property has been cited for pollution and I have to spend money to clean up. Does that reduce my taxes while I can’t use the property?
A: The answer is maybe, as all …
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By Richard G. Fromewick
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6/12/13
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Following months of deliberation regarding the future of the Long Island Power Authority, Gov. Andrew Cuomo has proposed legislation that would privatize Long Island’s utility operations.
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By David Weingrad
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5/24/13
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An elegant affair at Lutheran Church of Our Saviour
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Lutheran Church of Our Saviour in Valley Stream hosted its annual Victorian Tea on May 11. The affair included a variety of teas and desserts, and the ladies who attended were encouraged to wear their favorite hats.
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5/15/13
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Q: I’ve inherited stock in a corporation that my uncle owned. What rights do I have?
A: You need to know what rights your uncle had to transfer the …
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By Erica B. Garay
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5/14/13
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