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NFPA encourages prompt removal of Christmas trees

Nearly one-third (29 percent) of Christmas tree fires occur in January   January 2, 2020 – If you’re having trouble parting with your Christmas tree, here’s a fact to motivate you: Nearly one-third (29 percent) of U.S. home fires that begin with Christmas trees occurs in January. With this potential fire hazard in mind, the National Fire Protection […]
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Waste Carter Cancels Contract on New Years Eve

On the afternoon of New Year’s Eve, the Town of Smithtown received notice via email, from the residential carter for Districts #4 and #7, terminating services effective immediately. Town officials assembled immediately to conceive a plan to ensure that residents would have a carter to pickup curbside trash and recycling without substantial disruptions. Approximately 20%
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Huntington Opens Heckscher Park To Leashed Dogs

A pilot program allowing leashed dogs in Heckscher Park begins January 1, and Huntington Councilwoman Joan Cergol is working with the Long Island Dog Owners Group (LI-DOG) to spread the word about the common sense rules implemented to make the program a success. Councilwoman Cergol and LI-DOG’s educational campaign includes: An explanatory video featuring Councilwoman […]