As we look forward to the joys of the holidays, it can be all too easy to get wrapped up in the excitement of the season and spend more than you can afford. According to a survey by Price Waterhouse …
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By Mayra DiRico, Astoria Bank, director of Retail Banking
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12/2/14
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Before their Thanksgiving dinners even cooled, millions of Americans began lining up outside the mega-stores to be among the first to get at Black Friday deals. Next week . . .
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11/28/14
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On the eve of Veterans Day, a bill was introduced in the County Legislature that would direct more county contracts to veterans and active-duty service members who own local businesses.
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By Brian Croce
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11/19/14
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Mitch McConnell isn’t going to change the world. Apparently, neither is Barack Obama. But the folks who will change the world stayed home on Election Day.
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11/14/14
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Herald Community Newspapers had a strong showing in the Local Media Association’s 2014 advertising and promotions contest.
The Herald picked up four awards from among hundreds …
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By Tom Jordan
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11/5/14
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Buying a home is more than just making a purchase — it’s one of the most important decisions in a person’s life. Owning a home can be a source of comfort, pride, security and stability. But …
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By Mary Malloy
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9/17/14
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Q: I own a seasonal business in Suffolk County wherein most of our sales occur in the summer months. Typically, I am able to pay vendors and other suppliers, who I’ve known for decades, …
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By Edward J. LoBello
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8/13/14
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Q: I own a retail business on a busy street. Last year was a very icy winter and while I tried to keep the sidewalk and the path to the door clear, the town did not do a …
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By Michael Serpico
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8/13/14
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With less than two weeks to go before a potentially crippling Long Island Rail Road strike, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and eight LIRR unions were set to return to the bargaining table once again this week to discuss contract negotiations. The National Mediation Board, a three-member, quasi-governmental agency, scheduled a meeting between the MTA and union officials on Tuesday in Manhattan.
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By Stapha Charleme
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7/9/14
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Q: I own a medium-sized business. I like to have a year-end celebration with my staff at a restaurant, including wine. Do I have any liability if an employee gets into a …
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By Jay A. Wechsler
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3/6/14
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