Saturday, October 3, 2026
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This holiday season, Long Island is the spot for unforgettable fun. Whether you’re chasing thrills with the guys, soaking in festive vibes with kids, uncovering hidden gems with the girls, letting loose with coworkers, or craving some solo time to exhale, Long Island offers holiday vibes for all shapes, sizes, and styles. Here’s the coolest lineup of holiday happenings to keep everyone smiling.
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12/17/24
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Q. We have an old home, built in the 1940s, that we just found out needs permits for a garage and a back family room. We don’t understand why we need this. The house was sold to us this way . . .
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By Monte Leeper
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12/12/24
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Long Island is a place where shopping goes beyond just picking out the latest trends—it’s about connecting with the community, finding something truly unique, and supporting local businesses. From charming boutiques to one-of-a-kind antiques, Long Island’s walkable downtowns offer a shopping experience like no other. Whether you’re a trendsetter, a collector, or someone who simply loves discovering new places, the island’s small towns have something special to offer.
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12/11/24
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Q. We were in Manhattan recently, and learned that tall buildings actually sway back and forth. We stared at the tallest apartment building in the Western Hemisphere, at 432 Park Ave., but couldn’t really tell.
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By Monte Leeper
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12/4/24
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Q. We are buying a house and got an engineer’s report that said there are several problems, including the worst, a crack in the foundation wall. It is parallel to the floor of the basement, but there’s no crack on the outside . . .
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By Monte Leeper
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12/4/24
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Q. We want to add a bathroom on our second floor, where there is currently only a half bath. We bought the house a few months ago, and want to make things right with a baby on the way. We interviewed a couple of contractors . . .
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By Monte Leeper
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12/4/24
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As the seasons change and the air turns crisp, Suffolk County Parks on Long Island become a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. These parks offer scenic landscapes, diverse wildlife, and plenty of family fun to enjoy during the fall and winter months. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful fishing spot, a scenic hike, or a refreshing escape into nature, Long Island’s parks provide the perfect seasonal retreat.
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11/27/24
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When buying a home and a mortgage is needed to do so, understanding the mortgage contingency in any contract is critical for both the home’s buyer and seller.
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11/21/24
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Q. I saw an article about auditing government by our state comptroller and wondered if you saw how he outlined waste and mishandling federal and state funds, in recovering from Superstorm Sandy. He cited gaps in program “oversight.”
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By Monte Leeper
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11/14/24
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Q. We have a condo in Florida, and read your column even when we’re there, which is half the year. Our condo board is proposing “improvements,” aside from all the regulatory issues we’ve been hit with due to building collapses and storms.
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By Monte Leeper
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11/14/24
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