One week until August 1 Coliseum vote
With one week left until the pivotal August 1 referendum for a new Coliseum, here are some important links from the weekend.
--Charles Wang says new Coliseum key to LI growth
--Poll: Voters want Islanders, not the tab
--Union workes urge 'Yes' vote on Coliseum
--Tax hike if no Coliseum deal, report warns
--Maragos: Arena a good deal, with changes
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As of late Sunday night, Alexei Yashin's agent Mark Gandler told Newsday via email that there was no progress to report on discussions between his client and the Islanders.
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I've been summoned for jury duty this week. Should have some access to a computer, but please also follow @StapeNewsday for any breaking Islanders news.
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