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Who do L.I.’s congressmen really represent?

In the era of the 24/7 news cycle, it was easy to dismiss what looked like an impending federal government shutdown as the latest bit of political theater . . . more

By Stanley B. Bergman | 10/5/23

Getting what you pay for in the classroom

When we think of the most influential people in our lives growing up, we’re likely to point out our parents, some members of our extended family, maybe even a religious leader or two. But no list is complete without teachers. more

2/9/23

Long-term Peace of Mind: The Life Plan Community Promise

Retirement can be an exciting time, full of new adventures and limitless possibilities. Adults age 65 and better now comprise the fastest growing segment of our population, and many envision a long … more

3/1/21

Mepham High School physics teacher William Leacock, who once led a lecture on Halloween wearing a beekeeper’s suit, retired at the end of the 2019-20 school year.

William Leacock looks back after 30 years as a physics teacher at Mepham High School

The unusual end of the 2019-20 school year also marked the final chapter of a storied 30-year career in the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District for Mepham physics teacher William Leacock, … more

By Justin Dynia | 7/22/20

For his 28 years of service to the library, board trustees honored Tom Bazzicalupo with a commemorative plaque.

North Bellmore Library director retires after nearly 30 years

As Tom Bazzicalupo walked the halls of the North Bellmore Public Library on Aug. 29, his emotions ran high. The director’s retirement was approaching, encouraging staff — some had worked alongside him for nearly three decades — to say their goodbyes. more

By Andrew Garcia | 9/5/19

Mark Steinberg, president of the Bellmore-Merrick United Secondary Teachers and a teacher for 35 years, will retire next month.

Mark Steinberg, Bellmore-Merrick teachers union president, to retire

Regardless of what Mark Steinberg taught in his science classes, he hopes his students left with a lasting, positive feeling. He affectionately refers to his classroom as “Steinberg’s World,” … more

By Andrew Garcia | 5/23/19

Teachers union president to retire

Regardless of what Mark Steinberg taught in his science classes, he hopes his students left with a lasting, positive feeling. He affectionately refers to his classroom as “Steinberg’s World,” through which hundreds of middle-schoolers have passed during his 35-year career. more

By Andrew Garcia | 5/23/19

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Planning for Retirement

The most important goal for many of my clients is to retire on their terms – which often means planning a long, secure retirement that enables them to check off items on their ultimate bucket … more

Christopher Zarra, CFP®, ChFC®, CFS® | 5/20/19

3 Steps to Handle Market Volatility as You Approach Retirement

Swings in the stock market can cause emotions to run high, particularly for investors who are approaching retirement. And for good reason. Recent research from Ameriprise Financial uncovered that the … more

Christopher Zarra, CFP®, ChFC®, CFS® | 6/1/18

8 Ways to Save More for Retirement

Most financial professionals agree that you should save as much as you can, or at least 10-15 percent of your salary for your golden years1. If you’re not saving that amount, or need more to … more

Christopher Zarra, CFP®, ChFC®, CFS® | 7/12/17