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By Long Island News & PR January 06, 2016
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone and Health Commissioner James Tomarken, MD, invite residents who have type 2 diabetes and their caregivers to attend a free program that will enable them to manage their diabetes.
By Long Island News & PR January 06, 2016
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and the Nassau County Veterans Services Agency (VSA) today announced a new pilot program in conjunction with the Northport VA Medical Center’s Veterans Outreach Program to provide veterans with ...
By Long Island News & PR January 06, 2016
Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey (R-Lindenhurst) recently attended an Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Troop 175’s Justin Leeb.
By Long Island News & PR January 06, 2016
U.S. Representative Kathleen Rice today released a statement expressing her opposition to plans for an electronic gaming parlor at Belmont Park.
By Long Island News & PR January 06, 2016
Governor Cuomo unveiled the third signature proposal of his 2016 agenda – a number of initiatives to bolster New York’s legacy of environmental protection.
By Long Island News & PR January 06, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today unveiled the second signature proposal of his 2016 agenda: a comprehensive plan to transform and expand vital infrastructure downstate and make critical investments in the region.
By Long Island News & PR January 05, 2016
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman released a statement on President Obama’s executive orders on gun control.
By Long Island News & PR January 05, 2016
U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer today announced that the recently passed tax “extenders package,” the Protecting Americans From Tax Hikes Act of 2015, includes an extension of the “mass transit tax benefit,” which would provide ...
By Long Island News & PR January 05, 2016
East End Arts is proud to announce a new addition to their staff: Sheree M.C. Elder, new Events Coordinator.
By Long Island News & PR January 05, 2016
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation – Long Island Region, is accepting applications for catering opportunities at Belmont Lake, Heckscher, Hempstead Lake and Valley Stream State Parks throughout the 2016 calendar ...
By Long Island News & PR January 05, 2016
With cold weather entering the region, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano reminds residents that Warm Bed, Nassau County’s Emergency Shelter Relief Program, is open to assist homeless individuals and families during the winter months.
By Long Island News & PR January 05, 2016
Governor Cuomo unveiled the first signature proposal of his 2016 agenda – his push to restore economic justice by making New York the first state in the nation to enact a $15 minimum wage for ...
By Long Island News & PR January 04, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today issued an Executive Order to protect homeless individuals from inclement winter weather where temperatures decline to 32 degrees or below.
By Chris Boyle January 01, 2016
With over one million of the popular remote-controlled flying devices sold this Christmas, the U.S. Government is stepping in amid safety concerns.
By Long Island News & PR December 31, 2015
U.S. Representative Kathleen Rice held a press conference today with anti-DWI advocates to introduce new legislation requiring that within 10 years, all new cars sold in the U.S. come equipped with advanced DWI-prevention technology that ...
By Long Island News & PR December 31, 2015
Governor Andrew Cuomo today reminded New Yorkers that with lake effect snow forecast during New Year's Eve celebrations, it is a good time to be cautious and careful while celebrating 2016.
By Long Island News & PR December 31, 2015
Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey (R-Lindenhurst) recently attended the Eagle Court of Honor for Troop 179’s Bryan John Beard, who hails from North Babylon.
By Long Island News & PR December 31, 2015
Measures that enhance the rights of women and protect those who are most vulnerable to abuse and discrimination are among the highlights of state laws that will take effect in January 2016.
By Long Island News & PR December 31, 2015
Attorney General Schneiderman today announced agreements with Direct Laboratories LLC (“DirectLabs”) and Laboratory Corporation of America (“LabCorp”) that prevent these companies from enabling New Yorkers to undergo clinical laboratory testing without a licensed medical provider’s ...
By Long Island News & PR December 31, 2015
The Clark Gillies Foundation presented $50,000 to Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) in support of the Sarcoma Research Project on December 22, 2015.