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Councilmen Mayoka & Cook Address Petrone Regarding LIPA

July 10, 2013 10:54 am Comments Off

We are deeply concerned for the future fiscal stability of the town and Northport-East Northport School District in view of the recent letter sent to Huntington by New York State regarding the Long Island Power Authority’s tax certiorari against the town.

New Penalties For Texting-While Driving

July 7, 2013 7:15 am Comments Off

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed Senator Marcellino’s legislation that creates new penalties for texting-while-driving for young and new drivers to better protect New Yorkers on the road.
“Today’s new law sends a powerful message to our young and new drivers that texting-while-driving will not be tolerated here in New York State,” Governor Cuomo said. “Statistic after […]

Spencer Comments On Energy Drinks Ban

June 26, 2013 7:28 am Comments Off

June 25, 2013
Dear Editor,
As the author of the nation’s first ban on the marketing of energy/stimulant drinks to minors, I am pleased to announce that the American Medical Association has supported my resolution. They agree with the scientific and medical proof that these high-caffeine beverages can cause heart problems and other health issues in children […]

Section of State Route 110 Renamed After the Late Assemblyman James D. Conte

June 24, 2013 7:27 am 1 Comment

Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci honors former Assemblyman James D. Conte during passage of legislation to create the “Assemblyman James D. Conte Memorial Highway.”

Suffolk County Executive Bellone Applauds Fairness of LI in Gaming Legislation

June 24, 2013 5:06 am Comments Off

Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone released the following statement following the introduction of legislation to expand gaming in New York State, which allows Suffolk and Nassau OTB to each operate one Video Lottery Terminal Facility (VLT) with 1,000 machines:
“I want to thank Long Island’s state delegation and Governor Cuomo for their hard work and persistence […]

Flag Day Celebration Honors Symbol Of America

June 19, 2013 5:02 am Comments Off

Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci recently joined the Huntington Elks Lodge No. 1565, local veterans and members of local Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops for a Flag Retirement Ceremony. The ceremony was part of the Flag Day festivities on June 15.
“The flag is a symbol of our nation and all that has gone into making our […]

Raia Declares Victory: OPWDD Funding Restored

June 18, 2013 7:01 am Comments Off

Assemblyman Andrew Raia and his colleagues in the Assembly recently voted to restore the $90 million cut that had been levied upon the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). The legislators came to an agreement with Gov. Cuomo last week to fully restore the $90 million that was taken away from non-profit organizations that […]

Former Assemblyman James D. Conte Honored By Colleagues

May 26, 2013 6:33 am Comments Off

Earlier this week a group of bi-partisan legislators honored the late Assemblyman James D. “Jim” Conte. With unanimous consent, the Assembly passed a Resolution, sponsored by Minority Leader Brian Kolb, honoring the life and service of the former Huntington assemblyman.
“Jim was not only an outstanding and noteworthy legislator but a devoted family man,” said Assemblyman […]

Lupinacci To Host Mobile Office Hours

May 25, 2013 8:00 am Comments Off

Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci is reminding residents about his upcoming mobile office hours scheduled to take place on Friday, June 7, at the Harborfields Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the library lobby. During the office hours, staff will be on hand to provide assistance with issues regarding state government.
“I strongly encourage […]

Huntington Democratic Convention Held Thursday, May 23

May 23, 2013 11:26 pm 1 Comment

On May 23, 2013, the Town of Huntington Democratic convention was held at the Nathan Hale American Legion in Halesite.