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Affordable Housing: Addressing Long Island's Greatest Challenge

By Rich MurdoccoDecember 07, 2013
What follows is an introduction to the challenges of providing affordable housing on Long Island, from a land use, urban planning and public policy perspective.

Woman Plows Car Through Oceanside Trader Joe's, Injuring Over A Dozen Shoppers & Employees

By Lyndsay McCabeDecember 07, 2013
An elderly woman lost control of her vehicle Friday afternoon and crashed through the front window of a Trader Joe's, running over one customer and pinning another against a wall.

Ten Ways to Beat the Holiday Blues This Season

By Sharon LindellDecember 07, 2013
Even though the holiday season is meant to be a joyous time, one might fall into a slump which is known as the holiday blues. Remember to take time for yourself and not stress this holiday season.

Federal Judge Rules Long Island Village Purposely Discriminated Against Minorities

By Joe RandazzoDecember 07, 2013
Judge Arthur D. Spatt ruled a 2004 zoning change in Garden City discriminated against the working class and minorities.

Crime Report: Police Seek Suspect in Thanksgiving Shooting; Westbury Man Arrested in Hit-and Run

By Eric AndersonDecember 06, 2013
Police are trying to find the suspect in a deadly shooting on Thanksgiving; Police arrested the suspect from a hit-and-run in February.

Peak of Flu Season, Get Your Flu Shot!

By Wendy LDecember 06, 2013
The holidays are just around the corner and the last thing you need is getting sick. The flu season is approaching its peak, so get a flu shot now!

SCPD Officers Save Four Residents Trapped in Burning Building

By Joe RandazzoDecember 06, 2013
Officers Kevin Scheibe, Joseph Tassa, and Edward Swensen helped those trapped inside a burning John Thomas Inne escape.

Four More Days Left to Have “Letters from Santa” Delivered to Children

By Christian A.December 06, 2013
The USPS is helping kids all over the country get a letter from Santa Claus.

Man Arrested in Holbrook after Stealing Packages from Neighbors

By Christian A.December 06, 2013
Items being delivered to residents of a condo complex were being pilfered before their intended recipients could get to them.

Nelson Mandela, Former South African President and Prominent Anti-Apartheid Icon, Dies at Age 95

By Lyndsay McCabeDecember 06, 2013
Nelson Mandela, a legendary figure known for playing an integral role in ending Apartheid in South Africa, passed away peacefully Thursday evening.

Nassau County Police Bust a Pair of Individuals For Cocaine Possession

By Joe RandazzoDecember 05, 2013
Tyshonn Coleman and Jessica Vincent were arrested in New Cassel for possession of cocaine.

Seasonal Scams: What to Watch Out for This Holiday When Shopping

By Vickie MollerDecember 05, 2013
Holiday shopping is in full swing, and consumers are being warned to be wary of scams and deceptive sales practices.

Suspects Apprehended For Ronkonkoma Menorah Vandalism

By Christian A.December 05, 2013
Two teens are accused of having destroyed a public menorah displayed in Ronkonkoma.

Hot Spots: Holiday Festivals, Music Performers, Musicals and More in the Latest Weekend Watch

By Wendy LDecember 05, 2013
Check out these hot spots on Long Island to celebrate the coming of the holidays! There's festivals, tree lighting, parades, musicals as well as other performances.

Nassau County Stop & Shops Pilot Program to Prevent Prescription Meds from Being Flushed

By Lyndsay McCabeDecember 05, 2013
In order to prevent people from flushing their prescriptions down the toilet, Stop and Shop, United Water, and Citizens Campaign for the Environment, a free envelope program has been instated to customers can mail their unneeded meds.

Two Fishermen Ejected from Boat after Crashing Into Private Dock in Center Moriches, Third Man Submerges with Boat

By Wendy LDecember 05, 2013
A 31-foot-long boat crashes into the bulkhead of a private property in Center Moriches causing two men to be ejected into the water while the third man submerges with the boat.

Massive Hack Steals 2 Million Passwords from Facebook, Twitter, Gmail, More

By Christian A.December 04, 2013
A piece of malicious software known as Pony Botnet Controller has hit two million accounts across the web.

Truck Carrying Dangerous Nuclear Waste Hijacked

By Christian A.December 04, 2013
A truck carrying nuclear waste materials from a hospital in the Mexican border city of Tijuana has been stolen en route to a waste storage center.

A Tale of Two Eagle Scouts: Brotherly Love Builds a Gazebo for a Bridge at Caleb Smith Park

By Carole PaquetteDecember 04, 2013
Nick Krizek an Eagle Scout built a gazebo at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve in Smithtown. He built it next to the Willow Pond Bridge that his brother Ryan had built as his Eagle project five years ...

Get Crafty With Gifting This Holiday Season: Holiday Craft Fairs 2013

By Sharon LindellDecember 04, 2013
It might be easy for anyone to go to the store and buy presents this holiday season, so why not try going to one of Long Island's craft fairs and get a different and creative gift this ...
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