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<h2> MONDAY </h2> 
<h3> <strong>HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS</strong> </h3> 
<p> <strong>Holbrook: </strong>Get information on<strong>&nbsp;</strong>starting your own business, 7 p.m., Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Rd., free, register,&nbsp;<a href="http://sachemlibrary.org">sachemlibrary.org</a>, 631-588-5024. </p> 
<h2> TUESDAY </h2> 
<h3> <strong>LEADERSHIP GROWTH COACHING EVENT</strong> </h3> 
<p> <strong>Online: </strong>This<strong>&nbsp;</strong>Powerful Group Coaching (PGC) session can help change your business from the inside out. Learn about group coaching and how highly skilled coaches work with a group of individuals who share common objectives (business owners/ executives/ students) in order to engage the members in an interactive, action-learning environment and guide them to work together to help each individual achieve a specific business outcome, 10 a.m., presented by&nbsp;Farmingdale State College Small Business Development Center, free, register for a link,&nbsp;<a href="http://farmingdale.edu/sbdc">farmingdale.edu/sbdc</a>, 934-420-2765. </p> 
<h3> <strong>MAKE THE GOVERNMENT YOUR CUSTOMER SERIES</strong> </h3> 
<p> <strong>Online:</strong> Learn how to prepare for government contracting in&nbsp;this four-part series. The topic this week is &quot;Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) Certification Bootcamp,&quot; to help&nbsp;businesses understand if they are eligible for the MWBE certification, what documents are needed and what to expect from the application process, 11 a.m., Tuesdays through April 4, presented by Farmingdale State College Small Business Development Center, free, register for a link at <a href="http://farmingdale.edu/sbdc">farmingdale.edu/sbdc</a>, 934-420-2765. </p> 
<h2> WEDNESDAY </h2> 
<h3> <strong>JOB FAIR</strong> </h3> 
<p> <strong>Sayville:</strong>&nbsp;Presented by the Suffolk County Department of Labor, bring your resume and be ready to meet with representatives from prospective employers, 1 p.m.,&nbsp;Sayville Library, 88 Greene Ave., free, <a href="http://sayvillelibrary.org">sayvillelibrary.org</a>, 631-589-4440. </p> 
<h2> THURSDAY </h2> 
<h3> <strong>DIGITAL MARKETING SERIES</strong> </h3> 
<p> <strong>Online: </strong>A four-part series with a new topic each week. This week the topic is &quot;Making Sense of Google Analytics:&nbsp;How Do I Know What is Working and What is Not?&quot; Frank Corrao of Active Web Group explains proper tracking and reviews all the key data points, information on new GA4 tracking will also be covered, 11 a.m., Thursdays through March 30, presented by Farmingdale State College Small Business Development Center, free, register for a link, <a href="http://farmingdale.edu/sbdc">farmingdale.edu/sbdc</a>, 934-420-2765. </p> 
<h2> FRIDAY </h2> 
<h3> <strong>TOWN OF ISLIP JOB FAIR</strong> </h3> 
<p> <strong>Brentwood:</strong> Meet with companies looking to hire for full-time and part-time positions, bring your resume and dress for success, 2 p.m., Brentwood Public Library, 34 Second Ave., free,&nbsp;<a href="http://brentwoodnylibrary.org">brentwoodnylibrary.org</a>, 631-273-7883. </p> 
<h2> SATURDAY </h2> 
<h3> <strong>UNDERSTANDING THE FINANCIAL NUMBERS OF YOUR BUSINESS</strong> </h3> 
<p> <strong>Greenlawn:</strong> Learn how to set up your business finances, budget and forecast changes, with a review of balance sheets, profit and loss statements and cash flow statements, presented by SCORE, 10:30 a.m., Harborfields Public Library, 31 Broadway, free, <a href="http://harborfieldslibrary.org">harborfieldslibrary.org</a>, 631-757-4200. </p>

MONDAY HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS Holbrook: Get information on starting your own business, 7 p.m., Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Rd., free, register, sachemlibrary.org, 631-588-5024. TUESDAY LEADERSHIP GROWTH COACHING EVENT Online: This Powerful Group Coaching (PGC) session can help change your business from the inside out. Learn about group coaching and how highly skilled coaches work with a group of individuals who share common objectives (business owners/ executives/ students) in order to engage the members in an interactive, action-learning environment and guide them to work together to help each individual achieve a specific business outcome, 10 a.m., presented by Farmingdale State College Small Business Development Center, free, register for a link, farmingdale.edu/sbdc, 934-420-2765. MAKE THE GOVERNMENT YOUR CUSTOMER SERIES Online: Learn how to prepare for government contracting in this four-part series. The topic this week is "Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) Certification Bootcamp," to help businesses understand if they are eligible for the MWBE certification, what documents are needed and what to expect from the application process, 11 a.m., Tuesdays through April 4, presented by Farmingdale State College Small Business Development Center, free, register for a link at farmingdale.edu/sbdc, 934-420-2765. WEDNESDAY JOB FAIR Sayville: Presented by the Suffolk County Department of Labor, bring your resume and be ready to meet with representatives from prospective employers, 1 p.m., Sayville Library, 88 Greene Ave., free, sayvillelibrary.org, 631-589-4440. THURSDAY DIGITAL MARKETING SERIES Online: A four-part series with a new topic each week. This week the topic is "Making Sense of Google Analytics: How Do I Know What is Working and What is Not?" Frank Corrao of Active Web Group explains proper tracking and reviews all the key data points, information on new GA4 tracking will also be covered, 11 a.m., Thursdays through March 30, presented by Farmingdale State College Small Business Development Center, free, register for a link, farmingdale.edu/sbdc, 934-420-2765. FRIDAY TOWN OF ISLIP JOB FAIR Brentwood: Meet with companies looking to hire for full-time and part-time positions, bring your resume and dress for success, 2 p.m., Brentwood Public Library, 34 Second Ave., free, brentwoodnylibrary.org, 631-273-7883. SATURDAY UNDERSTANDING THE FINANCIAL NUMBERS OF YOUR BUSINESS Greenlawn: Learn how to set up your business finances, budget and forecast changes, with a review of balance sheets, profit and loss statements and cash flow statements, presented by SCORE, 10:30 a.m., Harborfields Public Library, 31 Broadway, free, harborfieldslibrary.org, 631-757-4200.

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Joe Tosini, owner of River Center Shopping Center in Riverhead, said the businesses in the center lost power during Saturday's storms and that their electricity wasn't restored until late Tuesday afternoon. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

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It was an unimaginable crime that shattered the idyllic image of a suburbia. On July 4, 1956, little Peter Weinberger, only 32 days old, was snatched out of his stroller on the back patio of his family's home in Westbury and killed. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'It impacts who I am today, and I'm going to be 80'

Dangerous extreme heat with the possibility of thunderstorms are in store for Long Island and the entire NYC area beginning Wednesday, NewsdayTV's meteorologist Geoff Bansen has the forecast.

Possible record temperatures coming

Police are only addressing the supply, but demand is what fuels the illicit sex trade, experts say. Newsday political reporter Bahar Ostadan has the story.

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Juan Bonilla Lagos, who was arrested by ICE in October near his Plainview home, was freed from jail after nine months.

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Shares are mostly lower in Asia and oil prices jumped as conflict escalated in the Middle East, with Iran and the U.S. launching fresh attacks.

Asian stocks slip and oil prices jump as Iran and US launch fresh attacks

The International Monetary Fund on Wednesday modestly downgraded its outlook for the world economy this year, citing the energy shock caused by the Iran war.

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The heat dome that settled over much of the United States affected some specialty farmers who produce crops fruits and vegetables.

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Oil prices rose, and stock markets dropped in shaky trading worldwide after President Donald Trump raised doubts about the temporary truce in the war with Iran.

Oil prices rise, and stocks drop worldwide after Trump says ceasefire with Iran is 'over'

The Federal Reserve's rate-setting committee agreed to keep its key rate unchanged at its meeting last month, though most officials were split over whether inflation is likely to stay elevated or whether it will cool once the Iran war winds down, according to minutes released Wednesday.

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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'

Government data shows grocery inflation in the metro area has risen 1.5%. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Everybody is feeling the pinch'

A number of Long Islanders are picking up extra jobs in an effort to make ends meet. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Nearly a third of Long Islanders reported being financially strained'

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A draft rule introduced this month by House and Senate Republicans would significantly limit compensation for service-connected tinnitus and sleep apnea for veterans. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

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NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits Palmer Vineyards, where they host 'summer late nights,' which have become very popular.

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After the British took control of Long Island, George Washington created a special unit for intelligence gathering, the Culper Spy Ring. NewsdayTV's Doug Geed reports.

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Newsday food writer Erica Marcus explores the new farmers market at Station Yards in Ronkonkoma.

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Brianna's Law, named after an 11-year-old girl who died in a 2005 accident, requires all operators of motorized vessels to take a boating safety course. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

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NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits L'Etoile in Oyster Bay. The French restaurant is in the building that used to be Snouder's Drug Store.

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