Nassau County pet owners face new restrictions on tethering their animals, under an amendment to the county’s existing law signed Monday by County Executive Bruce Blakeman. The amendment, which passed the county legislature in March, also makes the first ... See more
The business of tearing down older houses in Levittown and building larger ones would become less profitable if a proposed zoning change that reduces allowable house size is approved by the Hempstead Town Board, according to real estate professionals. The... See more
The hulking Victorian Gothic landmark known as St. Paul's School, in the heart of Garden City, has sat deteriorating for more than three decades as debate has divided the community over what to do with it: restore it — which could cost taxpayers tens of m... See more
Island Park fell under "significant fiscal stress" in 2025, marking the second straight year with the poor fiscal rating, the state comptroller's office said. The village's financial score has been affected by negative fund balances, operating deficits an... See more
The Town of Hempstead has approved a partial property tax exemption for the surviving spouses of fallen police officers, becoming the latest municipality on Long Island to enact the benefit. A new state law this year allows local governments to adopt prop... See more
