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Congestion pricing: another nightmare for family budgets

Recently I saw a video that went viral of a middle-aged woman breaking down in tears because of the financial pressures on her family. more

By Brian Curran | 12/14/23

Congestion pricing, a hole-in-the-head proposal

Timing will be a key issue when it comes to the state’s long-planned congestion-pricing plan, which is scheduled to start sometime in 2024. more

7/13/23

Robert Hallam, center, is organizing the 12th annual People’s Food Drive with the Long Island Council of Churches Food Pantry, to help needy South Shore families fight food insecurity. With him were his wife, Mary, and their son, Robert Hallam Jr.

Find out how one man continues to operate a food drive for Nassau needy families

Robert Hallam, 61, of north Lynbrook, is organizing the 12th annual People’s Food Drive, in coordination with the Long Island Council of Churches Food Pantry, to help families in need in Nassau … more

By Andre Silva | 3/12/23

Hempstead Town could have locked in lower energy prices

In 2019, when I was Hempstead town supervisor, I spearheaded an energy program that today would be collectively saving town residents millions of dollars on their energy bills. more

By Laura A. Gillen | 3/17/22

As gas prices rise, our confidence plummets

Remember when gasoline cost just $2.84 per gallon? That might seem like a lifetime ago . . . more

3/17/22

Why Berniecrats should embrace the public option

My most recent column, “Medicare for all could cost you a bundle,” was published in the March 5-11 issue. So much has transpired since then. For one, the world turned upside down. more

5/22/20

The state can’t afford to scare off investors

Economic growth, new tax revenue and the means to attract new businesses to the region are all built on the idea that New York state actually welcomes investment. In the state capital, in the wake of the failed Amazon headquarters deal, that simple assumption continues to be shredded. more

By Kyle Strober and Mitch Pally | 6/14/19

Be a part of the school budget process

It’s school budget season, and as districts begin laying out their 2019-20 spending plans, it’s a critical time for residents to attend Board of Education meetings. more

2/7/19

Managing the Unknown of Surprise Medical Expenses

Major medical expenses can carry a heavy financial toll. And the fact is, all of us are susceptible to an unforeseen medical event. If you experience an accident or injury, cost may be the least of … more

Christopher Zarra, CFP®, ChFC®, CFS® | 1/19/18

Questions about governor’s tuition plan abound

Gov. Andrew Cuomo has proposed free tuition at CUNY and SUNY schools for families earning $100,000 or less in 2017 and families earning $125,000 or less in 2019. We support any good measure that would . . . more

1/12/17

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