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Finally, someone stands up to PSEG and its rate hikes

In 2014 alone, PSEG, the utility company contracted by the Long Island Power Authority, increased rates seven times. Enough is enough. more

3/26/15

Erin King Sweeney was appointed a councilwoman in the Town of Hempstead’s 5th District in January. Since then she has been getting to know the communities she represents.

Learning her way around

It has been a little more than two months since Erin King Sweeney was appointed the new councilwoman in the Town of Hempstead’s 5th District, following the retirement of Angie Cullin. more

By Brian Croce | 3/25/15

Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray, right, helped Margaret Tardibuono, of Levittown, affix a new “Do Not Knock” decal to her front door last week following the announcement of a new law targeting solicitors.

Town weighs 'Do Not Knock' law

The Town of Hempstead next week will consider a law that would implement a “Do Not Knock” policy to protect homeowners, while raising fines for solicitors who don’t register with the town. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 3/17/15

Standard & Poor’s downgrades town rating

Standard & Poor’s reduced the Town of Hempstead’s bond rating by three levels last week, but town officials noted that the municipality still received a solid investment grade and that there were … more

By Julie Mansmann | 3/13/15

Town of Hempstead officials sent out crews and 200 pieces of equipment at 7 a.m.

Hempstead Town battling snowstorm

Spring isn’t here just yet, as Town of Hempstead crews are battling yet another snowstorm. The National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning for March 5, which will remain in effect … more

By Julie Mansmann | 3/5/15

Commuter parking permits on sale

Commuter parking permits are required for the Wantagh and Seaford parking district, which includes Town of Hempstead-maintained lots surrounding the two Long Island Rail Road stations. more

3/4/15

Plans for the proposed Taco Bell on Wantagh Avenue.

Residents: ‘No’ to Taco Bell

Wantagh residents spoke out against a proposal for a new Taco Bell drive-through restaurant at a Town of Hempstead Board of Appeals hearing on Feb. 25. Traffic was their primary concern. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 3/3/15

Plan to address street flooding in the works

A master plan that would provide a roadmap for drainage infrastructure upgrades on local streets in south Seaford and Wantagh is in the works, thanks to funding provided through the New York Rising Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery program. more

By Laura Schofer | 2/25/15

With baseball Practice set for that afternoon, 13-year-old Sean Cunnane, of Wantagh, was already dressed for the part as he shoveled out for a neighbor on Jonathan Lane last Sunday following the latest bout of snow.

Residents are ready for spring

Blizzard. Arctic blast. Stay off the roads. Anyone who has watched a weather forecast in the last month has heard each of those terms used at least once. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 2/25/15

Ellen Nemzer, of Wantagh, re-placed her husband, Harley’s wedding ring on his finger when they renewed their marital vows.

Love and leather

“What a great name for today!” Hempstead Town Supervisor said to Harley Nemzer, of Wantagh, on Feb. 13. He and his wife, Ellen, had just walked down a motorcycle-lined aisle at Harley-Davidson of Nassau County to renew their marital vows. more

By Julie Mansmann | 2/18/15

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