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We must rethink state testing for grades 3-8
Welcome to another annual rite of spring: the state exams for grades three through eight. more
The state capitol in Albany. Two bills aimed at helping small businesses unanimously passed the Senate, and are making their way through the Assembly.
State lawmakers seek help for small business
Members of the State Senate unanimously voted in favor of two bills on March 7 that — if passed by the Assembly and signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo — could assist small business owners. One bill … more
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Members of Valley Stream South High School’s track and field team were honored by the village board of trustees on March 11 for their excellent showing at this year’s state track and field championship.
South High School track and field students honored
Members of the Valley Stream South track and field team were honored by Mayor Ed Fare and the village board of trustees on March 11 for their showing at the 2019 state track and field championship … more
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Slow down, New York. We’re moving too fast on pot.
As the debate around legalization of recreational marijuana in New York state swirls, and the punches and counterpunches of the pros versus cons become more frenetic, we need to take a step back . . . more
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Albany should give taxpayers a break
Every year at this time, Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the State Legislature wrestle with the state budget, facing an April 1 deadline to get it done. This year . . . more
What would congestion pricing mean for Long Islanders?
Most Long Islanders don’t blink when they hear the words “congestion pricing,” but this idea, now before the State Legislature, is a big deal for out-of-city drivers. more
It’s not socialism, it’s common sense
Once upon a time, the world around us moved at a modest pace. There were no fancy smartphones, laptops, E-ZPass, car navigation systems or ATMs. People bought daily newspapers and magazines . . . more
Amazon never really understood our region
Who’s to blame for Amazon’s sudden departure last Thursday? That was the big question as news of the tech giant’s decision to nix plans to locate its second headquarters in Long Island City filtered out to the public. more
State deserves praise for passing gun measures
The Democratically controlled State Legislature moved on Jan. 29 to protect New Yorkers by enacting common-sense measures to combat gun violence. more
Police reported the discovery of skeletal remains in a wooded area near the Southern State Parkway.
Police: Skeletal remains found off Southern State Parkway
State police are reporting the discovery of skeletal remains in a wooded area near the Southern State Parkway by the border of Franklin Square and Valley Stream. State troopers said in a … more
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