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10/22/18 2:20pm

Zeldin campaign mailers gave wrong deadline for absentee ballots

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A new campaign mailer from Congressman Lee Zeldin (R-Shirley) sent voters incorrect information about deadlines for absentee ballots, his campaign communications director acknowledged Monday.

The postcard quotes Mr. Zeldin saying, “The right to vote is one of the most fundamental rights guaranteed to us. It protects our democracy by making officials accountable to the people. I urge you to exercise that right, by completing your requested absentee ballot and postmarking it by November 6th.” READ

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10/17/18 3:55pm

Dozens of people voice opinions at regulated marijuana meeting

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As legal marijuana gets closer to becoming a reality in New York, state officials are asking the public: How can we get it right?

In September, the Department of Health launched a statewide listening tour bringing community organizers, physicians and pro-cannabis activists together to share their input as the state’s Regulated Marijuana Workgroup begins crafting language for an adult-use recreational marijuana law.

“We are not here to build consensus, but rather gather input,” from a variety of viewpoints, said Sandra Houston, a Department of Health official who moderated a session held in Ronkonkoma Tuesday evening. READ

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10/16/18 5:51am

Congressional candidates to face off in debate

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The two candidates vying to represent New York’s 1st Congressional District will face off in a debate hosted by the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce next week.

Incumbent Lee Zeldin (R-Shirley) is running for his third term against Democrat Perry Gershon, a businessman.

The debate is slated for Wednesday, Oct. 24, at 6 p.m. at the Vineyards at Aquebogue. READ

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10/11/18 6:00am

Spike in affordable housing registry applicants ahead of Vineyard View

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As Vineyard View, a proposed 50-unit affordable housing development in Greenport, moves through the planning stages, the Southold Housing Advisory Commission says there has been a spike in applicants to their affordable housing registry.

“I’ve been fielding a lot of phone calls and each day quite a few forms come in on the registry,” said government liaison Denis Noncarrow at Tuesday’s Town Board work session. “It’s a very good thing. We’re seeing what’s out there with rentals skyrocketing and the availability not there.” READ

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10/10/18 5:57am

Supervisor presents tentative 2019 budget with a 2.3 percent tax increase

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At a work session Tuesday, Southold Town Supervisor Scott Russell unveiled a tentative budget for 2019 of $47.3 million.

The proposed spending plan calls for a 3.7 percent increase in spending and a 2.3 percent tax increase. For homeowners with an average assessment of $6,000, that means an increase of $45 per year, the supervisor said. READ

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Community
10/07/18 6:00am

Historic Case House will find new home in Southold

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A historic 1700s-era home will find a new life in Southold.

The Peconic Land Trust is preparing the site at the southwest corner of Horton’s Lane and County Road 48, known as Cleo’s Corner, for the relocation of the Lieutenant Moses Case House in November.

A new foundation will be poured to support the Case House, which is currently located a half-mile away, just east of Southold Square on Route 48. READ

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Community
10/05/18 6:00am

Local inventors aim to help families with children go out to dinner

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Some parents make it look effortless, but for most, taking toddlers out to eat can be chaotic. Factor in spilled drinks, dropped silverware, short attention spans and brewing tantrums, and the entire experience can be unpleasant for parents and other diners alike.

Laura Brewer and her daughter Amber know they aren’t the only ones who’ve experienced the waning patience and “been there” nods from other guests while eating out with children. READ

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