Nine nearby thrift shops sent cease and desist letters from the New York attorney general.
With the economical benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?
Do you agree with a proposal to raise the minimum wage?
Nassau DA to run for Congress in Fourth District after McCarthy's retirement.
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Plan calls for complete New York removal by 2025.
The governor has pushed for property tax freezes, tax incentives for manufacturers and legalizing the medical use of marijuana.
During the current thaw, workers are busy with pothole repairs across Long Island.
Dr. Kenneth Saunders welcomes support of county comptroller, NCC's board of trustees in implementing structural management changes to improve the college’s operating efficiencies.
Citing health concerns, nine-term congresswoman will not run in 2014.
Governor plans to lay out tax relief, medical marijuana plans in 1:30 p.m. speech.
E-file and Free File can speed refunds, IRS says.
The property-tax relief would be available only if local governments consolidate services.
Hempstead Town officials are "working around the clock" to remove snow from the 1,200 miles of roadways and municipal parking fields.
Residents are asked to remove cars from town roadways when a snow emergency is in effect to help salters and plows maintain as wide a path as possible through local streets.
Governor declares statewide emergency as winter storm Hercules nears.
Governor Andrew Cuomo and Rep. Peter King were among the speakers to congratulate the County Executive.
Because of Winter Storm Hercules, taxpayers have until Jan. 8 to file.
The utility said heavier snow, icing and strong winds could increase the possibility of downed wires and associated power outages.
Year in Review: Patch looks back at some of the top political stories.
Governor shows off his sense of humor.
Governor says renters deserve a break, too.
Resignation comes after D.A. reports inappropriate election-related arrest.
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