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COVID Water Assistance Extended
Residents who have trouble paying their water bill can get help through the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program.
Fire Ravages Tesla's Shoreham Lab
He was a renowned inventor responsible for many advancements of our electronic age, and his memory was being preserved through the creation of the Nikola Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe, the location of his Shoreham laboratory. The grand plan to open his 16-acre facility to the masses received a tragic setback last week from a fire that damaged what was to become a global innovation center, educational facility, and museum.
Santos Expulsion: NY Republicans Push Effort and Side with Democrats Again
On Friday, December 1, George Santos was voted out of the House of Representatives by a vote of 311-114 (2 present). An overwhelming majority of Democrats voted in favor, while a substantial percentage of Republicans voted against. The move to oust Santos has been pursued and led by local Congressman Nick LaLota for several months now, and the Democrats finally delivered the outcome he desired.
Romaine Brokers Historic Sewer Deal
Not wasting any time in tackling the most pressing environmental issue faced by Suffolk, County Executive-Elect Edward Romaine has brokered a consensus between stakeholders to support the expansion of sewers and help homeowners convert to clean water septic systems. The agreement, made between environmental groups, building trades, and government officials, will put the question of raising the county's sales tax an eighth of a cent before residents in a November referendum, a vote that was scuttled by the Suffolk Legislature this year due to objections over the funding formula.
Travesty Strikes College Football
This Sunday afternoon changed the course of College Football forever, and the dominos continue to fall. Not only will this be the last time we ever have a four team college football playoff, but it is also the last time we will see many teams in their respective conferences. Beginning in 2024 there will be an expanded playoff format, as well as key teams moving to new conferences, and by all accounts the end of the Pac 12 as well. All of this should have been enough to make us say that nothing will be the same for college football fans, but this selection committee also gave us a game changing decision.
Smithtown West Quarterback Makes His College Choice
One of Long Island's most prolific passers over the last few seasons has finally announced where he will be playing college football next fall as Smithtown West's Brayden Stahl has decided to further his playing career and education at Lock Haven University.
Winter Track is Back
Despite a handful of Suffolk County athletes venturing out west to compete in Cross Country Nationals, some of Section XI's best track athletes began the indoor season at Suffolk Community College's Brentwood Campus or ventured into New York City to race at the prestigious Armory Indoor Track in Washington Heights, throughout different time frames during the week, just about every team in the county competed.
Girls and Boys Basketball Roundup
This past week, New York State Public High Schools began their Winter Sports programs across the state. Here are the following results from the first games of the year for the handful of Girls and Boys Basketball teams that had scheduled games.
Gay Sports Group Criticizes Football Players Over Beliefs
During the previous week, the National Football League allowed players to wear custom cleats that promote awareness to a certain topic or promote a charitable organization that is doing positive things off the field.
Wayne R. Sill, Marine, Business Owner
Wayne R. Sill of Shoreham, a former Brookhaven Town GOP Zone Leader and Committeeman, passed away at age 79. The U.S. Marine and Veterans Advocate had his own business, Sill's Oil Service, and worked in the Brookhaven Parks Department. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.
Israel Resumes Strategic Strikes in Gaza Post Truce Failure
Israel Resumes Strategic Strikes in Gaza Post Truce Failure
The Expulsion of Rep. George Santos: Unpacking GOP Divisions, Public Implications, and Congressional Precedent
The Expulsion of Rep. George Santos: Unpacking GOP Divisions, Public Implications, and Congressional Precedent
New York's Leadership Crisis: Dwindling Confidence in Adams and Hochul Revealed in Polls
New York's Leadership Crisis: Dwindling Confidence in Adams and Hochul Revealed in Polls
Irrevocable Trusts and the Grantor Trust Rules
A: For many clients the idea of creating and funding an Irrevocable Trust with an end goal of protecting assets should the need for long term care arise raises questions and concerns about the potential tax implications. Specifically, questions surrounding taxation of the assets that are transferred to the trust and concerns about losing property tax exemptions such as STAR and Enhanced STAR are common in our practice.
We All Get Heavier As We Age – Even Our Boats! Or "Physician, Heal Thyself"; Luke 4:23 *
As we (probably) all make New Year's resolutions to go on a diet, we keep getting reminded that we are getting heavier as we get older. No matter where we turn, someone is telling us that we are getting fat and need to be thinner!
You're Not Alone
If your life has been impacted by feelings of anxiety or fear you are not alone. Please consider the following:
Defense Secretary's Kyiv Visit Amid GOP Concerns
Defense Secretary's Kyiv Visit Amid GOP Concerns
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Half Hollow Hills Fencing as Dominant as Ever
The Half Hollow Hills boys fencing team has clinched the League I Championship, further cementing its status as one of the premier programs on Long Island. With the title secured, the team has now captured its fourth consecutive league championship, continuing a stretch of dominance that has defined the program in recent seasons.
Sachem North Wins 1st League Title Since 2013
The Sachem North wrestling team has captured its first League II Championship in more than a decade, earning the program’s first league title since 2013. The milestone victory capped off a dominant regular season for the Arrows, who rose to every challenge placed in front of them throughout the winter.
Coach Healey Wins His Milestone 100th
William Floyd High School varsity bowling head coach James Healey recently reached a personal milestone by earning his 100th career victory in a 34-2 win over Bellport. During the match, senior Nicholas Powers rolled a game-high 255, while sophomore Gino Conforti added a strong 224, helping secure the landmark victory for both the coach and the program.