Business

By Hank Russell Thursday not only means the start of a new year but a new pay rate for workers making the minimum wage. Beginning on January 1, 2026, the minimum wage will increase to […]

By Hank Russell A bill that one local official said would have helped address substance abuse issues in the workplace was one of the pieces of legislation that was vetoed, much to his dismay. On […]

By Hank Russell Employment figures did not look as strong in September, according to data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, with the growth rate in employment staying virtually unchanged over the past […]

Both Local Wind Farms Affected by Decision By Hank Russell The Interior Department announced that it has placed a pause on leases for five wind farm projects, two of which are based off the coast […]

Attorney General Letitia James and a bipartisan coalition of 50 other attorneys general announced they have reached a settlement of nearly $150 million with Mercedes-Benz  USA. The settlement resolves violations of environmental and consumer protection […]

Suffolk County Police arrested a woman during inspections in Huntington Station.  In response to a community complaint, Second Precinct Crime Section officers, in conjunction with the New York State Liquor Authority (SLA), Town of Huntington […]

By Hank Russell Same story, different month: Home sales on Long Island have cratered, but the prices have continued to go up, according to a recent report. According to the New York State Association of […]

By Hank Russell A recent study found that there are good-paying jobs in New York State if you want to be a plumber, electrician or carpenter. Construction Coverage found that New York offers the 10th-highest […]

By Hank Russell The New York Attorney General’s office is suing a national package delivery company, alleging that it underpaid its seasonal workers in New York State. James recently filed a lawsuit in New York […]

Suffolk County Police arrested an employee of a Huntington bar for allegedly having illegal gambling on the premises.  In response to community complaints, Second Precinct Crime Section officers in conjunction with New  York State Liquor […]