Listen to this article Nassau County lawmakers approved a bill Monday to ban masks in public places to prevent hiding identity, after a heated public debate. Voting along party lines, with the 12 Republicans approving, and the seven Democrats abstaining, the “Mask Transparency Act” includes exemptions for those covering their faces for medical purposes, or…
Listen to this article The Nassau County Legislature voted Monday night 19-0 to approve the transfer of the Nassau Coliseum lease to Las Vegas Sands. A second vote of 18-1 declared the Legislature the lead agency for the environmental review that would pave the way for Sands to have development rights to the property. Las Vegas…
Are you finding it hard to justify a full kitchen renovation for your Long Island home? Major overhauls can be costly on Long Island and time-consuming, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for a dated kitchen. Sometimes, a few strategic updates can make a world of difference. Here are five simple upgrades that…
Listen to this article The Plumbing Contractors Association of Long Island (PCALI) has launched a tip line to report unlicensed plumbers doing work in the community. Plumbing contractors are required to be licensed by towns and villages in each municipality where they provide services. “Unlicensed plumbers are a scourge on our industry,” Jimmy Russo,…
Listen to this article Blythe Danner will be hosting the 40th Anniversary Short Film Concert at Wainscott-based LTV Studios on Aug. 15 at 7:30 p.m. The program is part of Asbury Shorts USA, a New York City-based short-film exhibition and travel show. LTV Studios is the East End public access television station, which has turned…
When it comes to real estate, understanding the difference between a deed and a title is important for homeowners and buyers. These two terms get thrown around in the real estate world but serve different purposes in establishing and transferring ownership. Here we’ll break down the differences between a deed and a title, their role…
Navigating the Long Island real estate market, especially as a first-time homebuyer, can be challenging. The competition is fierce, and to stand out, you need to be prepared to make your best offer swiftly. Our REALTORS® at Laffey Real Estate are here to guide you through the process, ensuring you’re ready to seize the perfect…
Listen to this article A Long Island commercial real estate investment firm has acquired five retail properties in three states. Seaford-based Petrakis Properties purchased a 2,250-square-foot retail building and gas station on 2.67 acres at 63 Kimble Road in Berryville, Va. for $1.4 million. The property is net-leased to 7-Eleven and the sale price equates…
Ready to enjoy some sizzling summer eats on Long Island? This August, you’ll find many food truck events that are fun for the whole family. Food truck events offer the chance to grab high-quality foods on the go while trying new cuisine and supporting local businesses. Late summer is prime food truck season, so our REALTORS® came together to create…
Listen to this article Canon U.S.A. is consolidating its sales divisions and will merge one of its subsidiaries as part of an ongoing effort to trim expenses, according to an internal company memo. As part of its consolidation, the Melville-based company is reducing its multiple sales groups to two, which will operate under a single…