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“Buckle Up New York” Begins Today
Monday, May 20, 2013 - The annual “Buckle Up New York” campaign begins today. It is part of the nationwide “Click It or Ticket” campaign that brings together law enforcement from coast to coast. It goes from May 20 th to June 2 nd and means that there will be additional patrols and seatbelt ... by Cynthia |
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Governor to Award $20 Million Fishing Grants
Monday, May 20, 2013 - After Hurricane Sandy, the fishing industry on Long Island took a major hit. Fisheries along the coastline of New York were damaged by the storm. Analysts have totaled up the estimated damages to the local fishing industry to around $77 million. Fishing is a major industry on ... by John |
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Huntington Businesses May Save Money by Going Green
Sunday, May 19, 2013 - Several Huntington councilmen are backing tax rebates for businesses which go green by implementing environmental solutions in the coming years. Mark Cthubertson and Billii Roberti recently stated at a task meeting of the council that reductions in greenhouse gas emissions could mean lower ... by John |
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West Hampstead Water District Winner of “Best Tasting Water Contest”
Saturday, May 18, 2013 - The 25 th Annual Drinking Water Week brought the West Hampstead Water District recognition and a trophy. The winner of the “Best Tasting Water Contest” competition, sponsored by the Long Island Water Conference, beat out 21 other water districts in a blind taste test.
The Chairman ... by Cynthia |
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Nassau Police Force Recruiting
Friday, May 17, 2013 - The Nassau County Police are hiring new recruits for the first time since 2008, and will be swearing in 37 new cadets on Friday in Mineola. The new cadets will spend the next seven months preparing for duty on the force by receiving physical and legal training at the Massapequa ... by John |
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Stand Up for Children Day to Be Held May 31st
Thursday, May 16, 2013 - The 16 th annual Stand for Children Day will be held on Friday, May 31 st from 10 to noon at Eisenhower Park. This collaboration between the Nassau County Association for the Education of Young Children (NCAEYC) and the Child Care Council of Nassau (Council) supports issues surrounding the ... by Cynthia |
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Plans in the Works for a Long Island Casino
Thursday, May 16, 2013 - Owing to strict restrictions on gambling in New York, New Yorkers have to take their gambling business elsewhere, which means that a substantial amount of money leaves the state. Gambling takes place in New Jersey and other states surrounding New York instead of inside of state lines. ... by John |
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Repairs Ongoing at Bay Park Sewage Plant
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 - The Bay Park Sewage Plant gained attention from the press all over New York after spilling more than three million gallons of partially treated sewage into a Nassau waterway. The accident was blamed on a power outage at the sewage plant, and repairs are still proceeding. During ... by John |
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Usdan Center for Creative and Performing Arts Receives Money
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 - A partnership with the Long Island Community Foundation and the Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts has resulted in a new “micro grant” program to help Brentwood High School students with music study. Usdan is the largest day summer school for the arts in the country and ... by Janet |
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Wetlands Adventure on the “Discovery”
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 - Do you like learning more about the area that you live? The “Discovery” Wetlands Cruise is a great way for you and your family to learn more about the wetlands that are along the North Shore of Long Island. These 90-minute sightseeing tours will embrace history, ecology, and geology, ... by Cynthia |
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