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In September, 1775, almost a year before the future nation declared its independence from George III, the people of Great Neck, Cow Neck and other areas north of Old Country Road signed their own Declaration of Independence.
In September, 1775, almost a year before the future nation declared its independence from George III, the people of Great Neck, Cow Neck and other areas north of Old Country Road signed their own Declaration of Independence.
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Political kingmaker didn't mind doing hard work
keith.herbert@newsday.com; Staff writer AndFor a political kingmaker, Joseph Margiotta did a lot of work usually done by pawns, those who knew him well said yesterday. When it came to knocking on doors, making phone calls and getting people to the polls on Election Day, no one worked harder...Tags: Republican Party, Corporate Crime, Parties and Movements, Laws, Kemp Hannon
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A sensational mailing in 17th A.D. on $chool 'ties'
Spin CycleJohn Pinto, a Democrat on the ballot for Assembly today in the 17th district, which covers parts of the towns of Hempstead and North Hempstead in Nassau County, received a campaign contribution from a lawyer who was forced to......Tags: John Pinto
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North Hempstead set to raise taxes in '09
christina.hernandez@newsday.comWith North Hempstead poised to lose millions of dollars in revenue this year, town taxes are set to rise about 10 percent in 2009, officials said. The town is on track to lose $3 million in mortgage tax revenue in 2008, Town Supervisor Jon Kaiman said in...Tags: State Budgets, Mortgages
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NOTEBOOK: Focusing on presidential candidates
More than 300 students at Walter S. Boardman Elementary School No. 9E are getting a taste of presidential politics this month by collecting facts about Sens. Barack Obama and John McCain recited in the morning announcements. As part of the program,...Tags: Environmental Pollution, Refugee, West Islip, John McCain, Long Island
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North Hempstead recycling information
Curbside Recycling includes: Glass Metals Plastics: Check recycling logo at the bottom of the item (a number in a triangle of arrows). Items marked with a "1" or "2" can be recycled. All should be rinsed and flattened before discarding. Paper:...Tags: Hempstead (Nassau, New York)
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Nassau Coliseum committee adds more members
elizabeth.moore@newsday.comThe steering committee formed to advise the Lighthouse Development Group on redeveloping the Nassau Coliseum held its first meeting Wednesday, with a few more members than announced at the commitee's unveiling last week. Added to the body were Long...Tags: Oyster Bay (Nassau, New York), Government, Colleges and Universities, Charles Wang, National Government
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On heels of election victory, Suozzi receives award
WASHINGTON BUREAUBasking in the glory of his re-election win Tuesday night, Nassau County Executive Tom Suozzi did a victory lap of sorts in the nation's capital where he was on-hand to accept an award recognizing his tenure at the county's helm. Suozzi, who was...Tags: Local Elections, Executive Branch, Government, Harry S Truman, New York
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Roslyn
Staff WriterThe compact Village of Roslyn is renowned for its historic district, which has more than 80 landmark sites. Anchored by a 113-year-old clock tower built in memory of philanthropist Ellen Eliza Ward, the district is composed of 18th and 19th century...Tags: Local Elections, State Budgets, Manhattan (New York City), Connecticut, Vehicles
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Munsey Park
Staff WriterMunsey Park is a compact village known for its savoir faire. Composed of groomed properties, landscaped parks and two business areas, the community is maintained meticulously through stringent local regulations. Quiet neighborhoods laced with vintage...Tags: State Budgets, Rentals, Manhattan (New York City), New York City, Condos and Houses
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Read the Text of the Naughton Review
Inter-Departmental Memo To: Hon.. Judith A. Jacobs_ Presiding Officer Hon. Peter J. Schmitt, Minority Leader Members of the Rules Committee From: Eric. C. Naughton, Director Legislative Budget Review Date: January l6, 2004 Re: Review of the Economic...Tags: Labor Legislation, Employment Opportunities, Corporations, Economic Policy, Budgets and Budgeting
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New Cassel
Beginnings: In the century after Europeans turned the vast Hempstead Plains into a common pasture land, two groups helped settle the area that became New Cassel. The first was former slaves, freed in the mid-1700s by Westbury-area Quakers who came to...Tags: Nassau County, Long Island, Long Island Rail Road, Turning Point of Lehigh Valley, Inc., Hempstead (Nassau, New York)
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Hempstead
In September, 1775, almost a year before the future nation declared its independence from George III, the people of Great Neck, Cow Neck and other areas north of Old Country Road signed their own Declaration of Independence. The signers, passionate...Tags: Long Island, Long Island Rail Road, Manhattan (New York City), Hempstead (Nassau, New York), Suffolk County (New York)
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