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The economy on Long Island is unique – with countless small businesses and corporations alike making home here, Long Island is a center of industry with its own unique heartbeat. If you're interested in local business and financial advice specifically for Long Islanders, then make sure to never miss an article in the Business & Finance section.
By Christian Abbatecola May 15, 2013
At least three oil companies have confirmed that they were recently inspected by European antitrust authorities.
By Wendy L May 15, 2013
The latest Medicare fraud crackdown includes charges to four New Yorkers who falsely billed to Medicare and Medicaid programs totaling more than $17 million.
By Vickie Moller May 14, 2013
Gov. Andrew Cuomo unveiled his plan Monday for the embattled Long Island Power Authority to turn its day-to-day operations over to Public Service Electric & Gas Co. of New Jersey.
By Christian Abbatecola May 13, 2013
The “Working Families Flexibility Act” drew great support from House Republicans, but has also received heavy criticism from worker advocacy groups.
By Eric Anderson May 12, 2013
John Beaumont allegedly stabbed his older brother; Man caught on video assaulting victim on NYC subway.
By Lyndsay McCabe May 12, 2013
The moratorium on applications and permits for wind turbines in Huntington has been extended until December while the board decides on regulation of key aspects of wind turbines, including the permissible size, height, and noise ...
By Wendy L May 10, 2013
Long Island's first Dairy Queen restaurant location is opening in June and it's hiring! Expect more than ice cream products at this location.
By Vickie Moller May 09, 2013
Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell announced Tuesday in a news release that $475.25 million in relief funding is being made available for 234 rebuilding projects along the Eastern Seaboard following Superstorm Sandy.
By Christian Abbatecola May 05, 2013
The country’s fourth largest mobile service provider has just acquired an up-and-comer in an effort to strengthen both companies’ networks.
By Wendy L May 04, 2013
Superstorm Sandy has impacted many lives and businesses. Now, the Coney Island Mermaid Parade is at risk of cancellation due to post-Sandy cleanup costs. See how you can help!
By Vickie Moller May 03, 2013
According to the Labor Department's monthly employment report, the unemployment rate edged lower to 7.5 percent in April, due in part to jobs gains and to a 35-year low labor-force participation rate.
By Vickie Moller May 02, 2013
Sustainable Long Island, a non-profit organization that has been working toward economic development, environmental health and social equity for Long Islanders since 1996, has just been awarded $130,000 in grant funding from the Unitarian Universalist ...
By Lyndsay McCabe May 01, 2013
Though SUNY officials have withdrawn their proposal to close Long Island College Hospital, SUNY Downstate still finds the institution to be a waste of money.
By Robert Ottone May 01, 2013
Mel Watt, controversial Democrat, has been tapped by President Obama to head up the FHFA.
By Lyndsay McCabe April 28, 2013
The Lake Grove School is one of two schools that has bilked taxpayers out of millions in inappropriate and unsupported costs.
By Vickie Moller April 27, 2013
Die hard Twinkie lovers prepare to celebrate--they're due back on store shelves nationally this summer!
By Vickie Moller April 26, 2013
State Education officials are investigating dozens of Long Island school districts for allegedly using controversial election and voting tracking software to influence budget voter turnout.
By Lyndsay McCabe April 25, 2013
Four developers will compete for the ability to revamp the Nassau Coliseum, which will be scaled down to be a more family-oriented venue.
By Christian Abbatecola April 25, 2013
Discussions to expand the role of a New Jersey-based utilities company are currently underway.
By Robert Ottone April 24, 2013
October will see the latest in anti-counterfeiting technology unveiled with the new $100 bill.
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