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Governor Signs Martinez and Stern Bill to Protect Property Tax Relief for Families of Fallen Volunteer First-Responders

LIMG December 9, 2025

Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation sponsored by New York State Sen. Monica R. Martinez and Assemblyman Steve Stern to expand property tax relief for surviving spouses of volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance workers killed in the line of duty. The change allows municipalities

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The Jazz Loft Awarded $25K By The New York State Council On The Arts

LIMG December 9, 2025

The Jazz Loft is one of 2,400 organizations within Suffolk County to receive a grant from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). Governor Kathy Hochul announced last month that over $63 million in grants were awarded to support nonprofit arts and culture organizations and individual artists. The Jazz Loft will receive $25k […]

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Supervisor Ferretti Teams Up With Santa Claus And The United States Marines To Deliver Toys For Tots

LIMG December 8, 2025

Santa Claus is coming to Hempstead Town, and he’s enlisted the help of Supervisor John Ferretti, the Hempstead Town Board, and the United States Marines Toys for Tots organization to ensure that every child receives a gift this holiday season. The festive team will collaborate over the next several weeks to hold a Holiday Collection […]

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Town Of Islip Welcomes The Patient Care Pavilion At Good Samaritan University Hospital

LIMG December 5, 2025

The Town of Islip welcomed Good Samaritan University Hospital’s new Patient Care Pavilion. This six-story, 300,000-square-foot facility will serve thousands of patients over the coming years, promoting healing, innovation, and compassion. This marks the largest investment in Suffolk County by Catholic Health, which has delivered this modern facility to serve the residents

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Long Island Children’s Museum Hosts LI Warriors For Special Hockey Clinic

LIMG December 4, 2025

Members of LI Warriors to host special hockey clinic at “Snowflake Sock Skating” exhibit at LICM on December 14. Photos courtesy of Long Island Children’s Museum The Long Island Warriors, a not-for-profit recreational hockey program and team for military veterans, active military, and reserves, will be hosting a special hockey clinic for kids who want to

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Clerk LaMarca Urges Residents To Give The Gift Of Life By Donating Blood On December 23rd

LIMG December 3, 2025

With hospitals facing a nationwide blood shortage, Oyster Bay Town Clerk Richard LaMarca invites residents to attend a Blood Collection Drive on Tuesday, December 23rd, from 1 pm to 7 pm at the Hicksville Athletic Center, located at 167 S. Broadway in Hicksville. Clerk LaMarca stated, “Blood supplies are critically needed for local hospitals to […]

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Presiding Officer McCaffrey Recognizes Veteran Of The Year, Paul Buffa Sr.

LIMG December 2, 2025

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces from across Suffolk County were honored for their service and sacrifice during the November 25, 2025, General Meeting of the Suffolk County Legislature. The Legislature proudly noted that Suffolk County is home to the largest population of veterans in New York State and has one of the largest veteran […]

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Girl Scouts Of Suffolk County Kickoff 2025 Holiday Lights Show

LIMG November 29, 2025

Girl Scouts from across Suffolk County recently gathered to flip the switch on the annual Girl Scouts of Suffolk County (GSSC) Holiday Light Show, a walk-through experience featuring tens of thousands of lights and dozens of displays that create a magical forest environment. The GSSC Holiday Lights show is the only one that supports a […]