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John J. Wohlfarth
Obituary: John Wohlfarth, 81
Oceanside native John J. Wohlfarth died on Feb. 1, surrounded by his family, after a battle with kidney disease. He was 81. Wohlfarth was born on March 16, 1933 in Oceanside and was a resident of … more
NY Rising page showing the 2013 payout schedule, which differs from the schedule currently in use.
NY Rising changes payment plan
NY Rising was launched in April 2013, promoted as a way to help homeowners fill the funding gaps left by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the U.S. Small Business Administration and their insurance policies. The program, tasked with distributing $1.7 billion in federal Sandy aid money allocated to the state, began releasing grant awards that year, a reimbursement process that residents and local officials have often described as sluggish and complicated. more
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Storms, Floods the new normal
With another storm Long Islanders are again facing flooding. We are looking to government to install back flow valves, improve sewers, raise and repair streets, and help raise and mitigate their … more
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Senator Dean Skelos, center, second from right, was given his oath of office by his brother, Judge Peter Skelos, right. He was joined by his wife, Gail, who held the Bible, and his son, Adam.
Skelos sworn in for 16th senate term
On Wednesday, Jan. 7, Senator Dean Skelos was sworn in for his 16th term in the senate and was also elected Majority Leader by the Republican caucus. more
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Tax refund checks coming to Sandy damaged homes
Tax relief is coming to some homeowners affected by Superstorm Sandy. Nassau County Comptroller George Maragos announced that 6,700 refund checks would be mailed by mid January, to compensate homeowners whose tax assessments were not adjusted lower for tax years 2012-13 and 2013-14 to reflect the damage from Sandy. more
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Sammy Robinson, Lawrence, and Aronis Espinal, Oceanside, do battle.
Dribbling for the future
Oceanside Rotary club and OHS Interact club held the 10th annual Art Heyman Memorial Tip-Off Classic on Dec. 4. Over the years the games have funded $20,000 in scholarships for Oceanside and Lawrence … more
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Retiring police means loss of experience
It’s not just the loss of personnel, it’s the loss of experience, said the president of the Police Benevolent Association, James Carver, about the anticipated retirement of 250 Nassau County … more
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Citizens Preparedness Corps “Go Bags”.
Before the storm: Prepare yourself
Hurricane Sandy taught Long Island residents that in an emergency or a disaster you need to be able to care for yourself and each other, not count on outside help; it may not be coming. To that end, New York State and Nassau County are holding a series citizen preparedness seminars so there will be a cadre of local individuals who will be able to assist others if the need arises. more
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Joel Schonfeld, of Island Park, complained that the school zone camera warning signs can’t be seen if there is a car in the lane to the right of you.
Irked about school-zone speed cameras
People who are angry and frustrated about school-zone speed zone cameras came with petitions, tickets and letters to an informational meeting at the Friedberg JCC in Oceanside on Dec. 3 to ask, … more
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Oceanside Letters to the Editor
Fiamma, where everybody knows your name To the Editor: As a resident, I appreciate merchants who give back to the community, and I would encourage the community to reciprocate. When preparing … more
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