Sunday, October 11, 2026
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In an age of YouTube tutorials and home improvement hacks, the appeal of DIY pest control is understandable. A quick trip to the hardware store, a can of bug spray and a little determination can feel like enough to solve the problem. But more often than not, those store-bought traps and sprays are just a temporary fix — and the real trouble is still lurking below the surface.
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Brandi Cahoun
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9/2/25
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Gold prices are at historic highs, and many Long Islanders are finding surprising value in jewelry boxes and dresser drawers.
With gold surpassing $3,300 an ounce, even a broken bracelet or an outdated watch could bring an unexpected payday. Collectors Coins Jewelry & Watches, a family-run business with more than 75 years of experience, has seen more people cashing in on everything from snapped chains to vintage timepieces.
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Tara Jones
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8/25/25
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We don’t often think of our ears when we talk about wellness. Heart health, fitness, nutrition—those are the usual headliners. But what if we told you that taking care of your hearing could actually protect your brain, your mood, your relationships and more?
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Tara Jones
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8/20/25
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For more than 50 years, the Harriet Eisman Community School has been a lifeline for students who haven’t thrived in traditional settings. Operated by Long Island Reach, this alternative high school in Long Beach offers more than just a diploma — it provides connection, purpose and a renewed belief in what education can be.
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Brandi Calhoun
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8/4/25
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Q. Our house was damaged by a fire over 10 years ago, renovated and finished. We are now refinancing, and discovered we have no “closed” permits for the work.
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By Monte Leeper
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7/30/25
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Q. We purchased a home three years ago, knowing we wanted to make changes. When we started interviewing people, especially architects, we started hearing things we hadn’t expected about permits . . .
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By Monte Leeper
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7/30/25
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Q. I’m trying to figure out what to do about the old construction on my house that I am being told needs permits before I can finish selling.
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By Monte Leeper
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7/30/25
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Q. We want to add a family room at the back of our house. Even though we have over 50 feet to work with to the back property line . . .
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By Monte Leeper
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7/30/25
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Q. We want to add a family room at the back of our house. Even though we have over 50 feet to work with to the back property line, we are being told that our garage is a problem . . .
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By Monte Leeper
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7/23/25
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Q. We started doing work to our home and are just finishing, and the painter suggested that a wall could be taken down to open up the rooms. He says he can do this himself because it’s not a support wall.
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By Monte Leeper
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7/23/25
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