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Job seekers meet with recruiters in Wyandanch earlier

LI unemployment rate drops to 3% in April, data show

“A low employment rate and the resulting tight labor market could really lead to a lot of positives for our region,” a labor-market analyst said.

Business Target's online game is on the mark
An aggressive campaign at Target to let customers do more online is paying off.
Business Broadridge acquires Canadian software firm for $300M
Toronto-based RPM Technologies makes software that is used in more than 15 million investment accounts, officials said.
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Business 'Stranger Things' bringing New Coke back to life
Coca-Cola drinkers will get a chance to relive one of the company's darker chapters as New Coke makes a comeback ...
Business Dressbarn says it will close all 650 stores
Dressbarn, the women's clothing chain that's been around for nearly 60 years, is closing all 650 of its stores.
Business IDA backs Lufthansa move after meeting
Nassau County's Industrial Development Agency voted to approve Lufthansa's request for tax aid.
Business 7-Eleven unveils self-serve espresso, cappuccino
Select 7-Eleven locations on LI are installing beverage bars that the chain said allow customers to customize their coffee.
Business Northwell: Video app translates for paramedics
The new service, called LanguageLine, can also help first responders communicate with the hearing-impaired, the health system said.
Business New Airport Plaza tenants to include IHOP
IHOP, Tropical Smoothie Cafe and European Wax Center will be coming to the Farmingdale shopping center; Gold & Meyer's Gourmet Deli & Bagelry opened there in April.
Business Commack debt collection firm sued by Feds
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau claims that Forster & Garbus among other actions, improperly filed lawsuits against "consumers who may not actually owe debts."
Business FCC backs T-Mobile-Sprint deal in key endorsement
A key federal regulator says he backs T-Mobile's $26.5 billion takeover of rival wireless carrier Sprint, a crucial step for the deal's approval.