“You’ve heard of a speed dating? It’s a similar concept except you don’t walk away with a date afterward.” That’s how Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce board member Angela Ogurick described the upcoming speed networking event for local business owners. more

A long-time Valley Stream eatery is under new ownership, with Carlos Leon and John Hughes taking over management of the Wheeler Deli. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held with the Chamber of Commerce on March 10. more

The inclusive air is similar, but the goal is more refined: ideas, analysis, results. “This is not a tea party,” said Robert Fonte, co-chairman of the recently formed … more

Calling for legislative relief, New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli has said that many Long Island school districts — including Rockville Centre — have “overfunded” their Employee Benefits and Accrued Liability Reserve funds. He says districts should be able to use that extra money that they can’t now touch, for tax relief. The EBALR is used to pay eligible school district employees for accrued sick and leave time when they retire. DiNapoli has said that Rockville Centre is overfunded by $1,669, 278. But Robert Bartels, Rockville Centre’s assistant superintendent for business, along with the district’s external auditors, might beg to differ. more

Even in tough economic times, Chris Brown, owner of Mid-Island Medical Supply in Wantagh, has managed to expand his business from one storefront to three on Wantagh Avenue. With the MTA payroll tax, however, even successful Long Island businesses like Brown's have been hit hard. more

For the first time in its 12-year history of spotlighting high achievers in its “40 Under 40” Awards, Long Island Business News has chosen a person with disabilities as one of its winners. more

As a new year starts, the business landscape in the village is changing. Among the stores that are closing are Sylvia's Corset Shop, a long time institution on Merrick Road; the House of Style, … more

The Cedarhurst Business Improvement District recently awarded Cedarhurst Fashion Opticians owner Larry Greenspan with the 2009 Merchant of Distinction Award in recognition of his commitment to the village of Cedarhurst, customer service and overall retailing excellence. more

Town of Hempstead Industrial Development Agency Director Fred Parola visited the Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 18 to talk about the services his agency offers to the business community. more

Paul Leone of All Good Electric in Long Beach, second from left, was honored as the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce 25th Annual Small Business Person of the Year and Legislative Breakfast at … more