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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
Court Clamps Down on Political Use of Voting Laws
Court Clamps Down on Political Use of Voting Laws
January 6 Footage Release Sparks Fresh Debate Ahead of Midterms
January 6 Footage Release Sparks Fresh Debate Ahead of Midterms
Bill to List Tranq as a Controlled Substance
The powerful drug Xylazine, used by veterinarians to sedate large animals, will be listed as a Controlled Substance under a bill sponsored by Assemblyman Joseph DeStefano to help combat the scourge of overdose deaths sweeping across the state.
Sexual Assault Allegations Flood In at Survivor's Act Deadline
Sexual Assault Allegations Flood In at Survivor's Act Deadline
NYC Budget Cuts Triggered by Migrant Crisis, Mayor Adams Says
NYC Budget Cuts Triggered by Migrant Crisis, Mayor Adams Says
Dean Murray's "Challenged Materials" School Bill
Dean Murray's "Challenged Materials" School Bill
How Your Home May Impact Long-Term Medicaid
A: Depending on the type of Medicaid one is applying for, under certain circumstances one's primary residence will be exempt for purposes of determining Medicaid eligibility. However, certain events can cause the home to lose its exempt status, and even if the home is disregarded for eligibility purposes Medicaid still may be able to place a lien on the property to recover the value of services provided.
Why We Argue and How to Stop
An argument is an effort by someone to convince you that you are wrong and they are right. It takes at least two to have an argument. So if you just walk away from it, it cannot take place. Arguments usually cause more problems than they solve. And if you're dealing with a highly emotional person, you probably won't win the argument anyway. So don't be afraid to leave the scene of an argument rather than engage in a debate that cannot be won. Dead-end arguments tend to increase stress and heighten anxiety, so you are better off avoiding them.
Report of Legislative Commission on the Future of LIPA
The Legislative Commission on the Future of the Long Island Power Authority, a bipartisan eight-member panel, has concluded that LIPA should be a full public utility and operate the electric system on Long Island itself, not contract out the work.
Hedayati Law Group Office Grand Opening
Hedayati Law Group has opened a new office at 33 Flying Point Road, Suite 204, Southampton , NY 11968, 631-880-6440.
$50,000 Grant for Bellport Public Safety Vehicle
A $50,000 state grant secured by Assemblyman Joseph DeStefano went a long way in funding a new public safety vehicle for the Village of Bellport. The Assemblyman, center, met with Don Mullins, Director of Code Enforcement for the village, and Mayor Maureen Veitch on Monday to check out the new ride. They also discussed issues and programs in the surrounding community and how they can become good partners in government to ensure that Bellport Village continues to prosper. "We both care about the constituents we represent," the Assemblyman said. "I believe we will be able to build a great working relationship."
Comfort and Care: Brookhaven's Annual Pajama Drive Targets New Heights in Giving
With the holiday season approaching, the Town of Brookhaven is preparing for its beloved annual pajama drive, which embodies the spirit of community and giving. Town Clerk Kevin LaValle and EJ's PJs founder Patricia Poggi are at the helm of this year's drive, which aims to deliver warmth and comfort to children facing hardship by providing new pajamas.
Icy Waters, Warm Hearts: Polar Plunge Raises Over $100K for Special Olympics
In a display of community spirit and charitable giving, the Town of Brookhaven's 14th annual "Polar Plunge: Freezin' for a Reason" event, held at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai on November 18, successfully raised $140,000 for Special Olympics New York. The event saw 650 participants, including residents and town employees, braving the icy waters of the Atlantic.
Legislature Puts Bellone Cybersecurity Plan on Hold
A plan advanced by outgoing county Executive Steve Bellone to address Suffolk's cybersecurity system has stalled in the legislature, with lawmakers preferring to wait until a report is released by the special committee looking into the ransomware attack that caused the shutdown of the county's computer network. The plan also raised the eyebrows of countywide elected officials not wanting to lose autonomy over the systems in their offices.
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Knife-Wielding Predator Guilty in Sick Sex Attacks
A Patchogue man has been found guilty of multiple violent sex crimes after a jury concluded he carried out a series of predatory attacks against vulnerable women over a three-month period in late 2023, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced.