Sunday, January 19, 2025
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With New York City’s new congestion pricing system now in place, Gov. Kathy Hochul rode the rails to Syosset last week, urging city-bound Long Island commuters to leave their cars at hom and embrace “world-class” public transit.
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By Juan Lasso
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1/17/25
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Advocates argue that such an office is vital not only for the state’s rural areas, but also for suburban regions like Lynbrook and East Rockaway, which depend on rural New York for resources like food, water and agricultural-based products.
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By Ainsley Martinez
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1/17/25
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Shake A Paw, a pet store chain with locations in Lynbrook and Hicksville, will close after clearing out its products, following the enactment of New York’s new Puppy Mill Pipeline Law Act.
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By Ainsley Martinez
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1/10/25
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New York City’s congestion pricing system, which officially went into effect Jan. 5, could affect commuters from Lynbrook and East Rockaway, Long Island, as they navigate the newly implemented tolls when traveling into Manhattan.
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By Ainsley Martinez
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1/10/25
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An analysis by the Herald of the legislation passed by the New York State Senate in 2024 shows a significant focus on taxation, with 38 bills related to various forms of taxes, local tax exemptions, and revenue generation. In contrast, social welfare, public assistance and welfare policy saw minimal legislative activity, with five bills passed in these areas.
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By Ainsley Martinez
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1/10/25
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Nassau County submitted an amended budget to the Nassau County Interim Finance Authority by the Dec. 10 deadline to address noncompliance issues.
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By Ainsley Martinez
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12/20/24
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The draft environmental impact statement for the proposed Las Vegas Sands resort and casino at the site of the Nassau Coliseum was met with both resounding support and critical opposition at a public hearing at the Nassau County Legislature on Monday.
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By Kelsie Radziski
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12/13/24
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In an ad-hoc survey conducted by the Herald at local Veterans Day events, more than 90 percent of the veterans surveyed said they their ballots for President-elect Donald Trump in the November election.
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By Ainsley Martinez
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11/15/24
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The Nassau County Legislature has approved County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s proposed $4.2 billion budget for 2025, voting along party lines.
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By Will Sheeline
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11/12/24
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Democratic challenger Laura Gillen declared victory over incumbent Republican Anthony D'Esposito on Tuesday night in the race for Congressional District 4.
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STAFF REPORT
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11/6/24
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