With all the political distractions constantly bombarding us, it’s important to remember that our national economy continues to grow at a strong pace, creating new jobs and the lowest unemployment in years. But some politicians in Washington and Albany . . .
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2/22/19
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Who’s to blame for Amazon’s sudden departure last Thursday? That was the big question as news of the tech giant’s decision to nix plans to locate its second headquarters in Long Island City filtered out to the public.
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2/22/19
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On Jan. 30, state lawmakers approved the first new gun control laws since the Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement Act passed in 2013.
Gun control advocates cheered the further tightening …
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By Erik Hawkins
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2/7/19
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s recent State of the State address was an impressive presentation of his accomplishments over the past eight years and his . . .
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1/25/19
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The 2018 election is rapidly shaping up to be one of the most contentious in recent memory, if not in U.S. history. The nation is polarized, with people divided . . .
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9/27/18
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As Gov. Andrew Cuomo gathers input from state residents about a potential regulated marijuana program in New York, Rockville Centre community members and local doctors are highlighting the dangers of such an initiative.
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By Ben Strack
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9/27/18
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Governor Andrew Cuomo signed legislation on March 1 that changes Primary Day in New York state from Sept. 11 to Sept. 13.
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By Jeff Bessen
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3/8/18
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The New York Islanders have been awarded the right to develop Belmont Park, according to people close to the negotiations. A formal announcement will take place at a news conference on Wednesday, to be held at the Belmont racetrack. Gov. Mario Cuomo is slated to attend. The Islanders were selected in a two-way contest with the New York City Football Club, a soccer franchise owned by Manchester City Football Club and the New York Yankees.
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By Timothy Denton
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12/19/17
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Sunday that he was seeking $11.5 million for more after-school and vocational training programs for young people in “high-risk” communities, to prevent them from joining the notorious El Salvadoran gang MS-13.
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By Scott Brinton
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12/18/17
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Spring was a season of frustration for Long Island Rail Road commuters. Two trains derailed in March and April, crippling LIRR service for days. Later in April . . .
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9/14/17
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