A look at some of the top government stories from around Long Island.
Town Supervisor says Cuomo's State of the State address contained plans for several exciting measures.
Seaford Republican praises longtime colleague.
Governor plans to lay out tax relief, medical marijuana plans in 1:30 p.m. speech.
Suffolk Legislator introduced new bill at recent organizational meeting.
E-file and Free File can speed refunds, IRS says.
The property-tax relief would be available only if local governments consolidate services.
Local congressman says NSA leaker should be held accountable.
Governor declares statewide emergency as winter storm Hercules nears.
Freezing temperatures and heavy winds will challenge cleanup crews, Suffolk Executive says.
PenAir and US Airways are canceling some flights, Southwest facing delays ahead of winter storm Hercules.
The utility said heavier snow, icing and strong winds could increase the possibility of downed wires and associated power outages.
Town will be divided up into new Yard Waste Zones for scheduled pick-ups.
Rhoda and Marty Newman celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on Dec. 18.
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Governor shows off his sense of humor.
Potential presidential candidate blasts president, unveils PAC.
Governor says renters deserve a break, too.
Republican lawmaker to make announcement in New Hampshire.
Get tax exemptions for energy saving parts of your home – some homeowners save an average of $800 a year.
County executive announces Monday that he will seek a second term.
EDF Renewable Development is suing the county for $12.5 million after plans for a solar carports in Ronkonkoma never came to fruition.
State alleges town mismanaged $28 million worth of fund transfers between 2008 and 2011.
The Long Island Index unveiled Monday.
Bellone says eight-year contact is fair and will make future officers more affordable.
If you pay your toll in cash to go over the Throgs Neck Bridge into Queens, as of Monday, Dec. 9, stay to the right -- that's where all cash lanes will be, the MTA says.
Governor tours New York food banks and pledges more state assistance.
Lawmaker calls agreement a mistake.
Cuomo says recent presidential poll numbers are pointless because he isn't running.
Federal agency maps areas in county where these tragedies occurred.
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Controversial law reversed before it could go into effect by town board.
SCWA awarded $1.1 million from chemical companies that ignored their commercial clients’ habit of dumping dry cleaning products.
Lawmakers seek changes as motorists get socked with fees even when found not guilty.