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A look at some of the top government stories from around Long Island.
Plan calls for complete New York removal by 2025.
Library Board will be discussing the building Wednesday.
County could join Nassau with webcast footage of legislative sessions
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 potholes repairs across Long Island.
Sanders and salters have been dispatched to area roads to deal with Friday's icy driving conditions.
Appointment brings pay boost for planning expert.
Suffolk Legislator introduced new bill at recent organizational meeting.
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.
Emergency shutdown of roadways lifted beginning at 5 p.m.
Residents must be off the roads by 9 p.m. and vehicles must be pulled into driveways.
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.
Town trucks have begun to sand and salt the roads, will transition to plowing later in the day.
Brookhaven town will pick up Christmas trees placed at the curb from Jan. 6-11.
The utility said heavier snow, icing and strong winds could increase the possibility of downed wires and associated power outages.
New program will allow residents to combine recycling material in one container with weekly pick-up.
Year in Review: Patch looks back at some of the top political stories.
Airport hopes to attract another major airline.
Town asking residents to put dogs up during four-week renovation project.
Governor shows off his sense of humor.
Researchers say water quality improved, new fish species returning to Great South Bay.
Governor says renters deserve a break, too.
Residents living across from the property have been trying to get the property demolished, which the town says was in disrepair.
County executive announces Monday that he will seek a second term.
Fee of $250 required of property owners of abandoned homes.
EDF Renewable Development is suing the county for $12.5 million after plans for a solar carports in Ronkonkoma never came to fruition.
Residents can comment on options for the Ronkonkoma airport.