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Long Island schools got $600 million in aid from NY Lottery last year
Greater Bay Shore coverage is funded in part by Shoregate, now leasing brand-new premium apartment homes in the heart of Bay Shore. Click here to schedule a tour. School districts on Long Island received just shy of $600 million in aid from the New York Lottery last year, according to a new state lottery report.
Sharks will be back off Long Island and NYC beaches
Sharks will be back in waters off Long Island and New York City this summer season. Shark Expert Greg Metzger with The South Fork Natural History Museum says the shark forecast is the same as it has been the last few years. The expectation is the same number of sharks and same species will be back near the beaches. This comes after a handful of people were bitten last season. However, Metzger says swimmers should not be afraid to go into the water.
Gov. Hochul signs Suffolk County Water Restoration Act, paving the way for environmental improvements
In a move to address environmental concerns on Long Island, Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) has signed the Suffolk County Water Restoration Act. This legislation grants county officials the authority to present a proposal to voters, seeking approval for a 0.0125% increase in the county sales tax. The revenue from this tax hike is earmarked for sewer expansion projects and the replacement of nitrogen-polluting septic systems with advanced clean water technology.
Port Jefferson Station volunteers remove junk and litter in local effort
In the spirit of the Town of Brookhaven’s annual Great Brookhaven Cleanup event, Port Jefferson Station resident, Gary Bolk volunteered his time on May 18 to cleaning up his community. Bolk got his start early in the morning, “It started today at 8a.m. for me,” Bolk said. “I was...
D.A. Tierney Holds Inaugural ‘Fentanyl Summit’
The ongoing fentanyl epidemic has elicited responses from nearly all levels of government, many of which have been unique and urgent in addressing the issue. A press conference held last week urged Albany lawmakers to pass four laws that backers deem as “common sense” proposals to help mitigate the effects of the problem.
Calverton National Cemetery Honors Fallen Heroes with Flag Placement Tradition on Memorial Day
As Memorial Day passes, the solemn tradition of placing flags at the gravesites of fallen soldiers takes center stage at Calverton National Cemetery, a poignant tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. Against the backdrop of verdant rolling hills and rows of pristine white headstones, families, friends, volunteers and veterans gather to pay homage to the brave men and women who gave their lives defending freedom and democracy.
Narcan Training Program Held in Babylon
New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso (R-Massapequa Park), Babylon Village Mayor Mary Adams, and the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department held a free Narcan training seminar at Babylon Village Hall. Attendees learned the signs of an opiate overdose, overdose risk factors, recognizing and responding to an overdose, and the administration...
Port Jefferson Station/Terryville civic addresses ongoing projects and concerns at recent meeting
Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Civic Association held its monthly meeting at the Comsewogue Public Library on Tuesday, May 28, where members discussed various projects and concerns surrounding the community. Headlining the meeting, civic president, Ira Costell addressed the current status of the Train Car Park located off Nesconset Highway in Port...
Wading River civic addresses battery energy storage system proposal
Wading River Civic Association convened on May 23 to discuss a significant new development — a proposed battery energy storage system facility, known as BESS, on LIPA-owned property in Shoreham. The meeting, held at Wading River Congregational Church, drew a considerable crowd interested in learning about the project’s specifics and its implications for the community.
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