Town Board Approves Zoning Change for Downtown on Main Apartments

Smithtown officials require developer to raze blighted buildings by April 1, 2014.

These 7 Roads Are The Most Clogged on Long Island

Do you dare cross these paths? Roads ranked by highest daily traffic.

Election Signs: Time to Take Them Down

Share your thoughts in our Soapbox - Gov't Matters open blog.

Smithtown Officials Adopt $104.3M budget for 2014

Average homeowner should see their taxes cut by $13.12 for 2014.

Voters Reject Increase to Judges' Retirement Age

Long Island voters opposed the measure by a wide margin.

Commack Hess Station Moves One Step Closer to Construction

Smithtown Town Board approves Commack Hess's site plan by 3-2 vote.

New York Voters Approve Casino Expansion

Up to four casinos could be built upstate in the next seven years.

Trotta Wins Race for 13th Legislative District

Newcomer Rob Trotta wins with 65 percent of the vote.

Nowick, McCarthy Win Seats on Smithtown Town Board, Malloy Falls Short

Democrats Adam Halpern and Rich Macellaro fall short of votes necessary to gain edge in town.

Kennedy Wins in 12th District

Legislator scores fifth term in office.

Vecchio's Reign as Supervisor Continues in Smithtown

Republican Supervisor beats Creighton, Snair at the polls to lead Smithtown for another 4 years.

What's at Stake Locally in Tuesday's Election?

Polls are open until 9 p.m. Tuesday.

Smithtown Residents Cast Their Votes on Tuesday

Smithtown schools will be closed for a superintendent's conference day.

Voters Guide 2013: Suffolk Legislature to Shift, Change Next Year

Your guide to whose names are on the ballot for Suffolk County Legislature on Tuesday.

Voters Guide 2013: Smithtown Supervisor, Town Board Seats Up for Grabs

Your guide to whose names are on the ballot for Town of Smithtown's elected positions on Tuesday.

Voters Could Raise Retirement Age for Judges

New Yorkers on Tuesday will decide if judges on the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals will be allowed to stay on until they turn 80 years old.

Schumer: Hillary Should be Next President

Hillary Rodham Clinton hasn't declared herself a candidate yet, but Sen. Schumer has already endorsed her.

New York Casino Referendum Set for Tuesday

Gov. Andrew Cuomo supports the measure, while editorial boards and elected officials from both sides of the aisle have come out against a plan to allow for more casinos in the state.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Smithtown Strikes Settlement with Garbage Carting Firm

Jody Enterprises will pay town $400,000 balance on $1.09 million contract after recycling scheme; contract ends Dec. 31.

Smithtown Beaches Still Short of Sand One Year After Hurricane Sandy

Town says progress being made to replenish shorelines eroded by the October 2012 Superstorm's high tides, strong waves.

Assembly Speaker's Bill Demands Supermarket Health Violations be Posted Online

Gas Reserve Set Up On Long Island, In Case Another Superstorm Hits

Fuel NY Initiative would allow the region to tap into more than 3 million gallons of gas held locally at Northville Industries.

Lawmakers Seek to Stop Unregulated Gun Sales on Social Media Sites

Lawmakers start online petition seeking supporters.

State Launches Sandy Tourism Campaign

'Come See the Comeback' highlights the progress made since Sandy slammed Long Island and other New York communities a year ago.

State: 170k Apply for Health Insurance

About 37,000 have already enrolled.

Smithtown Officials Hold Public Hearing on Proposed 2014 Town Budget

Town of Smithtown proposes $104.3 million budget for 2014; dips into reserve funds while cutting taxes.

Your Election Day Predictions, Let's Hear Them

Who will win and who will face defeat? Let us know in The Soapbox blog.

NY Exchange Begins Sending Obamacare Coverage Approvals

New York officials said about 150,000 people have signed up through the state.

Bill Introduced to Eliminate Fee For Veterans Designation on NY Licenses

Local legislator says veterans need not pay for a distinction that was earned.

Trump Over Cuomo? GOP All For It

New York Post says state leaders are courting the Donald.

Court Strikes Down State Parks Smoking Ban

The Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation said it is considering an appeal.

Sport Fishing Course Kicks Off November 19

Suffolk County Parks sponsoring 10-week program led by former Montauk charter skipper Captain Jerry McGrath.

Town Collects 44 Tons of Hazardous Waste

Residents drop off more than 88,000 pounds of liquid mercury, paint thinners and other hazardous household items.

Horsley Elected Presiding Officer of Suffolk Legislature

Horlsey had been temporarily filling in new role as deputy presiding officer.

Default Could Cost New York $2 Billion

Cuomo added that if the debt ceiling isn't increased, it would damage state revenues and would lead to sizable job losses throughout all sectors.

Poll: Hemorrhoids, Fungus, Dog Poop More Popular Than Congress

See just how unpopular Congress is these days.

Smithtown Officials Hold Off on Joining Lake Ronkonkoma Group

Supervisor Vecchio seeks more time for town officials to review and consider the agreement.

Suffolk County to Improve Canoe/Kayack Access At Area Parks

The improvements will be made in 2014.

Tell Us if Snair Has a Chance Against Vecchio

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