New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick Hooker today announced nearly $59,000 to create or improve the websites of 60 New York State wineries.  This is the second round of these grants, which are designed to increase the visibility of New York wines via the internet, which in turn will help attract more tourists to New York’s wine regions, and expand the sales of New York wines to customers throughout the country....Rest of the Story.

Suffolk County Executive Steve Levy has announced the formation of the "Inventors & Entrepreneurs Club of Suffolk County" to help inventors and entrepreneurs network with one another and to gain knowledge of county resources available to them. Rest of the story.

Vytra Health Plans, a leading regional health plan, has promoted Eileen Nolan to Vice President of Marketing. Rest of the story.

Dr. Barry Gruber is awarded one of only eight $150,000 research grants from Scleroderma Foundation. Rest of the story.

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Taxpayer funds will be used to repair, renovate and improve privately owned commercial property in downtown Patchogue.  Rest of story.

Melville Corporate Center Opens

T. Weiss Realty Corp. recently celebrated the grand opening of its new Class A commercial property, the Melville Corporate Center II, with a host of elected officials on hand.  Rest of the story.

Officials are hoping the $75,000 budget from an ad valorem tax will revitalize the Huntington Station Business Improvement District. Rest of the story. 

SLI Opens LI Office - January 6, 2003

Strategy Leaders affiliate office boasts Smithtown residents as newest hire.  Rest of the story.

Students from across the Island received lessons in success at event promoting excellence and education. Rest of the story.

Solar Electric Panels Being Auctioned - December 10, 2002

CAP is offering two systems to LI ratepayers. Rest of the story.

Guide Dog Training Center Receives Support - Dec 6,2002

NOVARTIS, a manufacturer of health care products for dogs awarded the LI based center $25,000. Rest of the story.

For one LI hospital improved processes lead to improved customer service and recognition from NYS. Rest of the story.

Three local groundbreakers were honored by group which brings business and education together. Rest of the story.

HIPAA Compliance Team-Up 

Ruskin Moscou Faltischek and CISCO Systems have teamed up to help medical billing organizations understand and comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Rest of the story.

Snow Globes Bring Warmth

Helping to pay heating costs for LI residents, KeySpan snow globes now available.  Rest of the story.

Mark Mulholland Named Co-Chair  - October 21, 2002

Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C., announced today that Mark S. Mulholland of Bayport, partner and chair of the firm's Intellectual Property Group, has been named co-chair of the Litigation Department. Rest of the story.

Pharmaceutical Firms Target of Lawsuit - September 20, 2002

To recover gross overpayments by Medicaid for drugs, Suffolk intends to sue major pharaceutical companies charging illegal price fixing by the firms. Rest of the story

Launched by the Huntington Chamber of Commerce, the Foundation works to identify and address critical issues facing Huntington. Rest of the story.

Mayer & Company's growth precipitated larger quarters.  Rest of the story.

Tax Breaks for Volunteers on Table - August 9, 2002

Despite a looming $73 million budget gap, the County is considering a partial real property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers, and NYS is looking to ease requirements to qualify. Rest of the story.

A settlement with a defunct local travel agency  requires full monetary refunds to individuals whose scheduled tours last spring were suddenly canceled. Rest of the story.

Organ Donors Get Paid Leave - August 10, 2002

Following last month's decision by the Town of Huntington, the Suffolk County Legislature voted on August 6^th to grant paid sick leave to county employees who donate organs or bone marrow. Rest of the story.

‘Visioning Workshop’ Draws Near

Smart Growth Planning for Yaphank to be held in August with the Town of Brookhaven.  Rest of the story.

The Citizens Advisory Panel (CAP), LI’s energy watchdog group, has received a $12,500 grant to support  education & outreach  to low income communities. Rest of the story.

Senior Advocate Appointed - June 27, 2002

Richard Herzbach, Partner in the Condominium and Cooperative Law Department at Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLP, has been named to the Board of FANS (Friends Assisting Nassau Seniors). Rest of the story.

Two Suffolk students won scholarships from Foundation in recognition of the acheivements. Rest of the story.

Larry Holzberg, LUTCF will be sworn in as President of the Suffolk Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors on July 1, 2002.  His term will run through June 30, 2003.  Rest of the story.

Huntington 1st on LI To Win

A town already known for "firsts" of all kinds, this one comes with a national spotlight. Thanks to the National Civic League, Huntington residents can now boast that they live in an officially designated "All-America City." Rest of the story.

The HIA honored three LI companies for their business achievements and two others for their "spirit." Rest of the story.

Town Declared All-America Finalist - May 8, 2002

The Huntington Chamber of Commerce shared word that Huntington was selected as a finalist in the National Civic League's (NCL) annual All-America City competition. Rest of the story.

HIA Trade Show Largest Ever - May 3, 2002

Although it already has a reputation for being innovative, exciting, and productive for both exhibitors and guests alike, visitors were stunned by all it offered. Rest of the story.

Start-up loans proposed for new high tech firms proposed by LI Congressmen. Rest of the story.

While a timely loan can sometimes help someone regain their financial footing -- further debt is not the answer. Rest of the story.

LI law firm, Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLP has announced that Candace Reid Gladston, David  Herold, Jodi Hoffman, Jothy Narendran, and Wayne Schaefer have been named partners in the firm.  Rest of the story.

Award Winning Party by Local Planner - January 12, 2002

Enchanted Parties was presented with the 2001 International Gala Award for Best Corporate/Company Picnic at a black tie awards ceremony in Phoenix for producing Northrop Grumman’s 2001 company picnic. Rest of the story.

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If you're out of a job and looking for something that might be more stable - Suffolk County just made it easier for you to find your niche. Rest of the story

Are you skeptical of a car dealer's sales pitch? Rest of the story.

SUNY degree will bridge technologies and set foundation for graduate studies.  Rest of the story.

Designed to boost economic development by offering reduced gas rates EDGAR has been extended for three years with the approval by the PSC. Rest of the story.

The County Legislature will vote next week on a proposal to distribute $550,778 to local chambers of commerce, business improvement districts, civic associations and historical preservation societies for downtown revitalization. Rest of the story.

What you should know about Nursing Home Admission Contracts - Rest of the Story

There are bargains to be had on Internet auctions sites but deal hunters should also beware of scam artists and fraud when surfing what has been described as some as a world-wide garage sale. Rest of the story.

Brookhaven Supervisor John Jay LaValle will host an all-day Long Island Energy Summit on Thursday, July 12 in the auditorium of Brookhaven Town Hall. The summit will begin at 8:30 a.m. and lunch will served. Rest of the story.

On July 14,WBAB morning radio personalities Roger and JP will build a computer from scratch in NexTech's H.O.T.T. Lab for some lucky winner. Rest of the story.

Before the summer heat tests the limits of Long Island’s energy resources, the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) has embarked on a “multi-pronged” approach to meeting consumer electric needs. Rest of the story.

Smithtown Festival Days - May 28, 2001

What began 13 years ago as a fun way to spotlight local business has grown to a major festival, attracting visitors from across LI. On June 10, more than 300 local businesses play host to thousands of visitors at the Smithtown Chamber of Commerce’s Festival Day. Rest of the story.

Kings Park Day a Banner Event 

The festivities begin with the legendary bike rally to benefit the Marty Lyons Foundation, June 17.  Then local businesses and organizations welcome visitors at a Main Street Fair.  Rest of the story.

Suffolk's largest Chamber of Commerce honored its own at a dinner last week.  Rest of the story.

Three Long Island Firms Win HIA Business Achievement Awards - May 15, 2001

Suffolk County Executive Robert Gaffney joined hundreds of LI business people at the Hauppauge Industrial Association's Business Achievement Awards, presenting  the region's most prestigious business awards on Computer Associates Int'l., Nextech Training Solutions,  & the Omnicon Group. Rest of the story. 

U.S. Reps Address WEDLI Members - April 30, 2001

The increasing power of the female vote was evidenced today when even massive traffic jams and the opportunity to have lunch with the President couldn't keep most of Long Island's Congressional delegation away from the annual legislative breakfast where more than 100 of the region's top business women gathered to discuss legislative priorities. Rest of the story.

Suffolk Economy Doing Fine - March 28, 2001

While all three of the top government honchos who spoke at the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce's Economic Summit, Tuesday said Suffolk's economy is doing "just fine thank you," they also admitted that keeping it strong will take considerable work. Rest of the story.

When students graduate from our local high schools they will probably either go on to higher educational institutions or start working. Rest of the story.