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<h2> ONGOING </h2> 
<h3> <strong>SMALL BUSINESS COUNSELING</strong> </h3> 
<p> <strong>Online</strong>: New York Small Business Development Center offers free remote counseling sessions, by appointment, with a business adviser. Get assistance with how to start a business, the small business loan application process and more. To schedule an appointment by phone call 800-732-7232, or visit <a href="http://nysbdc.org/appointment.html">nysbdc.org/appointment.html</a> to schedule online. </p> 
<h2> MONDAY </h2> 
<h3> <strong>LEARN MARKETING STRATEGIES THAT LEAD TO GREATER SALES</strong> </h3> 
<p> <strong>East Meadow:</strong> Learn how to develop a marketing plan, perform market research, how to advertise and promote, track results and more, for those who already have a business or are starting a new business, presented by SCORE, 7 p.m., East Meadow Public Library, 1886 Front St., free, register,&nbsp;<a href="http://eastmeadow.info">eastmeadow.info</a>, 516-794-2570. </p> 
<h2> TUESDAY </h2> 
<h3> <strong>INSTAGRAM MARKETING - PLANNING AND SHARING</strong> </h3> 
<p> <strong>Online:</strong> Review different apps and strategies to plan batch content and discuss the different tools available on Instagram to utilize in order for posts to reach peak performance&nbsp;for your business, 7 p.m., hosted by Brentwood Public Library, free, register for a link,&nbsp;<a href="http://brentwoodnylibrary.org">brentwoodnylibrary.org</a>, 631-273-7883. </p> 
<h2> WEDNESDAY </h2> 
<h3> <strong>STARTING YOUR BUSINESS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW</strong> </h3> 
<p> <strong>Online:</strong> &quot;Marketing Analysis/Marketing Strategy,&quot; is the topic in the third session of this four-part series. Learn how to market your business and the marketing strategies you will need to grow your business, advertising, social media, web presence, networking and strategic alliances are also discussed; for those living with a disability and their family members; 10-11 a.m.,&nbsp;presented by the New York State Center for Disability Entrepreneurship at Farmingdale Small Business Development Center, free, register for a link, <a href="http://Analysis / Marketing Strategy  This session will focus on how to market your business and the marketing strategies you will need to grow your business. Advertising, social media, web presence, networking and strategic alliances will be discussed.">farmingdale.edu/sbdc</a>, 934-420-2765. </p> 
<h2> THURSDAY </h2> 
<h3> <strong>BUILDING YOUR BUSINESS'&nbsp;DIGITAL FOOTPRINT&nbsp;</strong> </h3> 
<p> <strong>Online: </strong>Learn&nbsp;how to come up with an idea for, market, build, and deliver an online training course, explore the concepts behind “evergreen” content that can serve you year after year by making minor tweaks with far less effort than needing to rebuild a digital product from the ground up, 11 a.m.-noon presented by Farmingdale Small Business Development Center at Farmingdale College, free, register for a link, <a href="http://Analysis / Marketing Strategy  This session will focus on how to market your business and the marketing strategies you will need to grow your business. Advertising, social media, web presence, networking and strategic alliances will be discussed.">farmingdale.edu/sbdc</a>, 934-420-2765. </p> 
<p> Gina Tabarus </p>

ONGOING SMALL BUSINESS COUNSELING Online: New York Small Business Development Center offers free remote counseling sessions, by appointment, with a business adviser. Get assistance with how to start a business, the small business loan application process and more. To schedule an appointment by phone call 800-732-7232, or visit nysbdc.org/appointment.html to schedule online. MONDAY LEARN MARKETING STRATEGIES THAT LEAD TO GREATER SALES East Meadow: Learn how to develop a marketing plan, perform market research, how to advertise and promote, track results and more, for those who already have a business or are starting a new business, presented by SCORE, 7 p.m., East Meadow Public Library, 1886 Front St., free, register, eastmeadow.info, 516-794-2570. TUESDAY INSTAGRAM MARKETING - PLANNING AND SHARING Online: Review different apps and strategies to plan batch content and discuss the different tools available on Instagram to utilize in order for posts to reach peak performance for your business, 7 p.m., hosted by Brentwood Public Library, free, register for a link, brentwoodnylibrary.org, 631-273-7883. WEDNESDAY STARTING YOUR BUSINESS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Online: "Marketing Analysis/Marketing Strategy," is the topic in the third session of this four-part series. Learn how to market your business and the marketing strategies you will need to grow your business, advertising, social media, web presence, networking and strategic alliances are also discussed; for those living with a disability and their family members; 10-11 a.m., presented by the New York State Center for Disability Entrepreneurship at Farmingdale Small Business Development Center, free, register for a link, farmingdale.edu/sbdc, 934-420-2765. THURSDAY BUILDING YOUR BUSINESS' DIGITAL FOOTPRINT Online: Learn how to come up with an idea for, market, build, and deliver an online training course, explore the concepts behind “evergreen” content that can serve you year after year by making minor tweaks with far less effort than needing to rebuild a digital product from the ground up, 11 a.m.-noon presented by Farmingdale Small Business Development Center at Farmingdale College, free, register for a link, farmingdale.edu/sbdc, 934-420-2765. Gina Tabarus

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During a tour of the public hospital's campus, CEO Thomas Stokes said upgrades to aging infrastructure would cost "hundreds of millions of dollars." But there aren't yet plans to replace it. Newsday Associate Editor Joye Brown reports.

'It would cost hundreds of millions of dollars'

At least three of the guns had the serial number filed off, and at least one was a manufactured ghost gun, officials said. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

'Nobody has this amount of guns in their home if they're not selling'

Mandates could include requiring new systems when old septic tanks fail or when houses are sold. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'There's no harm in reaching out to the county'

On Thursday an "accidental electrical fire" damaged several areas of the historic Milleridge Inn's main property.

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The "flip-flop" comes days after Newsday revealed the findings and raises questions about enforcement of fair housing laws. Newsday investigative reporter Josh Solomon has the story.

'I have never seen anything this egregious'

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Bojangles was briefly on Long Island in the 1980s and about 20 years ago.

Chicken chain Bojangles' LI return to include 2 restaurants

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Shares are mostly higher in Europe and Asia after U.S. stocks drifted to a mixed finish ahead of potentially market-moving events later in the week.

World shares mostly gain and oil prices slip as the US raises pressure on Iran

The Federal Trade Commission and five state attorneys general had alleged a $100 million deal between the companies gave Zillow greater pricing power over landlords looking to advertise.

Zillow, Redfin settle with NY AG over apartment listings deal

U.S. stocks drifted to a mixed finish as the countdown ticks toward potentially market-moving events coming later in the week.

Wall Street drifts at the start of a week that could swing stocks and bonds

Thirty Madison must also change its subscription practices and refund eligible subscribers.

Online medication company to pay state $400,000 over misleading subscription model

The Bridgehampton Kmart, which closed in October 2024, was the discounter's last full-size store in the continental U.S.

Target sets opening date for new LI store

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Bonsai tree-making classes, trivia nights, mocktails and private events are among the ways local venues are trying to draw customers. Newsday business reporter Tory Parrish has more.

'We have a lot of different things going on'

Some East End businesses already house workers priced out of the area. Now East Hampton is weighing rules that could expand the model — and the debate over tying housing to a job. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'It's something I felt we had to do'

If the deal goes through, Giunta's Meat Farms will also acquire four Wild by Nature natural food stores. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Giunta's Meat Farms acquiring 24 King Kullen stores

Fake listings, bogus fees and stolen data target renters squeezed by Long Island's high housing costs. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'It's been a nightmare'

The price of childcare can be prohibitive for many Long Island parents. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports along with NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa, Newsday business reporter Victor Ocasio and daycare owner Janna Rodriguez.

'Probably as much as rent or mortgage'

The overall inflation rate for the Long Island area is now 5.1%, up from 3.4% in May 2025. Newsday business reporter James T. Madore has more.

'Long Islanders are feeling the pain'

Recently passed state auto insurance reforms could help lower car insurance rates as much as 10% for New York drivers, according to some estimates. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'If it ain't now, it ain't happening. It's a dream.'

If approved, it would be the first new hospital on Long Island since 1980. Newsday business reporter James T. Madore has more.

'There are steps still to go'

The Riverhead Shake Shack, opening June 30, will be the chain's first on the East End.

Shake Shack set to open at Tanger Outlets

If approved, the 130,000-square-foot Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World would feature an indoor aquarium, historical displays and taxidermy wildlife mounts.

Bass Pro Shops combines outdoor gear, tourist attractions

Amanda Pastore, of Levittown, feels the pressure to provide her son a birthday party like other children his age — but at what financial cost?

'I just want him to fit in with everybody else'

Median home prices rose 7.8% in Nassau and 6.7% in Suffolk in April. Newsday business reporter Jonathan LaMantia has more.

'Things are looking up in terms of the number of new listings'

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NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits the Jamesport Farm Brewery, which has been recently purchased by the owners of Waterdrinker Farms.

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The multi-billion project to improve the flow of energy to and from Long Island is facing pushback from some groups who say the health of Hempstead Harbor is at stake. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Underwater cable project to Long Island raises environmental concerns

Cleaning crews were hard at work after a tornado ripped through the Sun and Surf Beach Club in Atlantic Beach Thursday evening. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'It was just a whistling sound that came right through'

Jones Beach Theatre concertgoers were hit by a massive storm Thursday night, causing the show to be delayed. Some attendees thought the concert should have been canceled. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Wild weather raises concert safety concerns at Jones Beach 

Newsday travel reporter Carissa Kellman learns about renting and driving a skiff boat at Ted's Fishing Station in Point Lookout.

Cruise Long Island's shoreline on your own private boat

Since girls flag football became an official sport in New York high schools in the spring of 2023, participation in the sport has increased nearly 70%, NewsdayTV's Jared Valluzzi reports.

Flag football taking over spring sports

As Americans drink less, Long Island bars and breweries get creative 

Ken Buffa stopped by La Cucina Paisanos in Farmingville to try their "pull apart soul-bowls," which are bread bowls stuffed with pasta.

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Long-forgotten unpaid traffic infractions in other states are causing a delay in New York State license renewals. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Outstanding out-of-state tickets holding back NYS license renewals 

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