A look at some of the top government stories from around Long Island.
Town asking residents to put dogs up during four-week renovation project.
Governor shows off his sense of humor.
Governor says renters deserve a break, too.
Researchers say water quality improved, new fish species returning to Great South Bay.
Residents living across from the property have been trying to get the property demolished, which the town says was in disrepair.
Smoking-based lounges ruled as unhealthy.
County executive announces Monday that he will seek a second term.
Metered spots debuting on streets.
Inquiry for race has gone out, Mayor said.
Meeting taking place Monday at Patchogue Village Hall.
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.
With special districts voting in new officials on December 10 across Long Island, new interactive site helps voters know how, when and where to vote.
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.
Public event slated for Dec. 4 at airport from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Governor tours New York food banks and pledges more state assistance.
Village board approved the new PILOP program at Monday night's boarding meeting.
Village board paves the way for restaurants wishing to serve food on the roof.
Patchogue Theatre roof replacement request also on the agenda.
Cuomo says recent presidential poll numbers are pointless because he isn't running.
A half century later, the memories remain vivid; we'd love to hear yours.
Federal agency maps areas in county where these tragedies occurred.
Bellies are only getting bigger across the state. Find out where your county ranks.
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.
A Siena survey shows that Empire State voters are not as high on their governor as they used to be.
Last week the town board ousted planning chief Dave Genaway.
In contrast to last year, town board unanimously approves the 2014 spending plan.
Lots are having cracks filled Monday.
Village Board of Trustees meeting taking place Tuesday at Patchogue Village Hall.
A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.
Do you dare cross these paths? Roads ranked by highest daily traffic.
Long Island voters opposed the measure by a wide margin.
Up to four casinos could be built upstate in the next seven years.
All of the results stories from after Tuesday's polls closed.