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Smithtown Awarded $21.3 Million for Sewer District Expansion, Secures Over $80 Million in Grant Funding Since 2017

LIMG November 6, 2024

The Town of Smithtown has been awarded $21.3 million in funding from the State of New York, which will be distributed to Suffolk County for the downtown (Smithtown) Sewer District expansion project. This funding was announced on Friday, November 1st, 2024 as part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s 2024

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Suffolk County Community College Named Best for Vets For Sixth Consecutive Year

LIMG November 5, 2024

Military Times, for the sixth consecutive year, has named Suffolk County Community College a Best for Vets college. The ranking is the largest and most comprehensive annual list recognizing the top colleges and universities for military service members and veterans. These rankings have become a vital tool for veterans seeking guidance on maximizing their educational […]

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Why Do The Detroit Lions Always Play On Thanksgiving?

LIMG October 31, 2024

Households have their own unique Thanksgiving traditions, but one custom common in many homes come Turkey Day involves watching football. Each year on Thanksgiving, the National Football League hosts a handful of games, and it’s customary in many households to gather around the television with friends and family and take in some of the action […]

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How To Participate In Giving Tuesday

LIMG October 31, 2024

The excitement of the holiday season is palpable. Many people look forward to this time of year so they can deck their homes in lights and find gifts that will delight friends and family. The spirit of giving that pervades the holiday season extends to Giving Tuesday, which comes on the heels of the busiest […]

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How To Make Shopping Black Friday/Cyber Monday Pay Off

LIMG October 31, 2024

The holiday shopping season is a profitable period for retailers. So it should come as no surprise to consumers that many stores now begin stocking shelves with Christmas decor and other holiday-related items as early as September, reminding shoppers that the countdown is on until the holidays arrive. Historically, Black Friday has been the busiest […]

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Tips To Simplify Your Thanksgiving Dinner Menu

LIMG October 31, 2024

Thanksgiving is a much anticipated and beloved holiday. Celebrated on the second Monday in October in Canada and the fourth Thursday of November in the United States, Thanksgiving in each country offers families and friends an opportunity to gather and break bread together. Food is indeed a focus of Thanksgiving in both Canada and the […]

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Healthy Holiday Recipe Swaps

LIMG October 31, 2024

Although presents garner most of the fanfare during the holiday season, there is no denying that food and entertaining also figure prominently this time of year. Delish magazine reports that Christmas food consumption ranks third, behind Thanksgiving and Super Bowl Sunday, among Americans, and that a single Christmas meal can weigh in at 3,000 calories, […]

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Serve Up This Plant-Based App To Vegan Guests

LIMG October 31, 2024

Welcoming guests into your home for a special occasion often involves crafting an entertaining menu that will appeal to the masses. However, it also is essential to have options for those who may have dietary restrictions. Vegan diets are surging in popularity as health concerns, climate change and animal welfare are driving many people to […]