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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 Carrie B. February 19, 2013
Bill Gates admits Microsoft handling of smartphone market was "clearly a mistake."
By Long Island News & PR February 19, 2013
Half-hour program, hosted by Emmy-winning Jim Paymar, investigates local matters including revitalizing downtowns, Long Island women in business, affordable housing, healthcare, and Long Island non-profit, among others.
By Long Island News & PR February 19, 2013
A day that neither anyone in the counties of Nassau or Suffolk will never forget is quickly emerging around the corner and you do not want to miss it.
By Christian Abbatecola February 18, 2013
SIPRI reports that 2011 saw the first reduction in spending on weapons and military services since the mid-1990's.
By Robert Ottone February 18, 2013
Journalists working for the BBC have gone on strike, complaining of compulsory redundancies.
By Long Island News & PR February 18, 2013
CNSE hires over 50 Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises in building of NanoFab X, in accordance with the Governor's goal of achieving 20 percent MWBE participation in public construction projects.
By Vickie Moller February 15, 2013
The New York State Higher Education Services Corporation announced earlier this week that student loan repayment relief for Hurricane Sandy-impacted borrowers would be extended through June 30, 2013.
By Vickie Moller February 14, 2013
A bill that would cap real property school taxes for seniors age 70 and older who are eligible for the Enhanced STAR exemption has been introduced to the NYS Senate by Sen. Kenneth P. LaValle.
By Wendy L February 06, 2013
The United States Postal Service saw a loss of nearly $16 billion in 2012. Cuts are necessarily to bring financial stability to the organization, including stopping Saturday mail delivery service.
By Christian Abbatecola February 03, 2013
After announcements from the New York Times and Wall Street Journal that they had been hacked by China, Twitter has declared 250,000 accounts compromised.
By Vickie Moller January 31, 2013
Last week, Gov. Cuomo unveiled his $143 billion 2013-14 Executive Budget, which includes major reforms to New York's public education system and $889 million for education programs, an increase of 4.4 percent.
By Christian Abbatecola January 28, 2013
The country’s biggest bookstore intends to close up to 30% of its physical locations over the next decade.
By Vickie Moller January 18, 2013
Long Island's first regional high school for science and technology is scheduled to open in Fall 2013.
By Vickie Moller January 02, 2013
In honor of the life and legacy of the late Matthew T. Crosson, a renowned business leader, attorney and television commentator, his family has established a memorial scholarship fund in support of Stony Brook journalism ...
By Robert Ottone December 22, 2012
Hurricane Sandy's lasting effects include a beleaguered job market.
By Amy Gernon December 19, 2012
Gov. Cuomo announced on Tuesday various tax relief measures for New Yorkers affected by Superstorm Sandy.
By Amy Gernon December 19, 2012
Long Island Association president Kevin Law testified before the U.S. Senate Small Business Administration last week, calling for federal grants for small businesses affected by Superstorm Sandy.
By Lyndsay McCabe December 12, 2012
Though the unemployment rate has decreased, insurance for the unemployed will end at the end of the month if an agreement on the fiscal crisis is not reached.
By Lyndsay McCabe December 05, 2012
LIPA's $6.9 billion in debt challenges the energy company's ability to fortify structures before another storm.
By Carrie B. December 03, 2012
Technology has the potential to power us toward a better future.
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