Politics & Government

LIPA Solar Rebates, Hofstra Grad on 'SNL', Free Job Prep Classes

News from the Town of Hempstead this week.

State Restores LIPA Solar Rebates Program

New York state this week said it would give $5 million to the Long Island Power Authority to restore the authority's solar rebate program, which helps locals and businesses defray the costs of installing these green energy systems. Click here for more.

Hofstra Grad on New Season of 'Saturday Night Live'

Hofstra University alumnus John Milhiser was announced by NBC as one of six new cast members to join the upcoming season of “Saturday Night Live.” Milhiser, who hails from Belle Mead, NJ, graduated in 2004 as a Film Studies and Production major. Click here for more.

Free Job Preparation Classes at the Cradle

In preparation of a private sector mega job fair at the Nassau Coliseum in November, the county is offering free job preparation classes for residents to assist with resume writing and interviewing techniques at the Cradle of Aviation. Click here for more.

Town Animal Shelter Extends Office Hours

Yes, Sundays are “going to the dogs” (and cats) at the town Animal Shelter, which will adopt an 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday schedule, effective October 20. In addition, Thursday hours will be extended to 8 p.m.  The Animal Shelter is located at 3320 Beltagh Ave. in Wantagh. Click here for more.


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