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Dr. Larry Swanson, of Stony Brook University, said that high levels of nitrogen in the South Shore’s bays could be fueling the growth of potentially devastating algae, which robs saltwater of oxygen when it rots, killing marine life.

Research conducted by Stony Brook University and a nonprofit research group indicates that the South Shore’s Western Bays are polluted, and state officials acknowledged that implementation of a yet-to-be designed plan for combating the problem may take more than a decade to carry out. more

By Julie Mansmann | 1/29/13

The gun statistics speak for themselves

There is a lot of emotion surrounding the current debate about making our gun-control laws more rational, and not too many facts. more

1/17/13

Wastewater study under way at Bay Park

A major study, now under way, will explore new methods of discharging treated wastewater from the Bay Park Sewage Treatment Plant, according to Nassau … more

By Mary Malloy | 10/4/12

Study tricks, tips and techniques, part II

As explained last time, it’s a fall ritual: my annual “trifecta,” three features I traditionally run at this time of the year. Not only has the “Study tips, tricks, and techniques” column been tweaked this year, but also there is so much to add that I have divided it into two installments, this being the second. My “college checklist” for seniors and parents will follow next time. And then my “anniversary” column as the Principal’s Office begins its seventh year. more

By Steve Kussin | 9/23/11

Annual study tricks, tips and techniques

I hope that you weathered Irene. Floods, an earthquake, a hurricane –– what a summer! I’ll bet you’re ready for September and the beautiful autumn that is fast approaching. more

By Steve Kussin | 9/14/11

Kids make you happy? Probably not, study says

There is a memorable scene in Mary Karr’s memoir, “The Liar’s Club.” It really was a dark and stormy night in the down-and-dirty town of Port Arthur, Texas, when little Mary and her baby … more

Randi Kreiss | 7/14/10

Will taxes skyrocket if we add a floor?

Q. We want to add a floor to our one-story home, and also want a den addition. Will our taxes go up a lot? We know they’ll increase, but we’re concerned they’ll be too high for us to do the addition. more

Monte Leeper | 10/8/09

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