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After state deal, water rate questions remain
Finally, enough residents got together to complain about New York American Water, and their unreasonably high water bills, and didn’t let up until they caught the state’s attention. more
The high and the mighty: American oligarchs
I garnered my modest education in oligarchy by reading Bill Browder’s “Red Notice,” a dazzling financial thriller. The book details Browder’s crushing encounter with Russian business moguls who enjoy special privilege and unique access to President Vladimir Putin. more
Build the wall, and leave a door
Thank goodness for the recent Congressional action averting an extended federal government shutdown. It looks like enough moderate Republican and Democratic lawmakers may have finally reached a critical mass . . . more
No, America, the sky isn’t falling
Despite all the hand-wringing in the media — which thrives on conflict and disasters — there are many good signs for the U.S. in 2018 that bode well for the country, if we’ll just . . . more
Hoping for the best in what looks like a big year
As the new year begins, it’s a good time to take stock of the tumultuous year in Washington that’s just ended, and to express the hope of a more congenial 2018. more
Renewing the renewable-energy debate
From afar, the five windmills looked like nothing more than toothpicks. But as our fishing boat drew close to the 30-story structures . . . more
The great Republican tax scam
In the coming weeks, many of us will be busy with — that is, distracted by — holiday preparations. December has traditionally been a time to tune out Washington political wrangling. This year is no time to check out, however. more
All hell broke loose after #MeToo took off
You need a scorecard to keep up with the sexual harassers these days. Used to be there was an occasional murmur about bad behavior by a celebrity or a political hot shot . . . more
FASNY’s Steven Klein, back row, fourth from right, and representatives from the Oceanside, Inwood and Hewlett Fire Departments met with state Senator Kaminsky, back row, third from right, to discuss expanding cancer coverage for volunteers.
Bill to provide cancer coverage to volunteer firefighters
A new law to be enacted at the start of 2019 will help cover the healthcare costs of volunteer firefighters who have contracted cancer in the line of duty. The law called the “New York State … more
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Bill Dawes takes a bow after the live taping of ‘Kevin Can Wait’ at Gold Coast Studios.
‘Kevin Can Wait’ actor and comedian looks to Long Island stories for material
Anyone who has dabbled in comedy is aware that one cannot be a comedian without life experience. more
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