Arlene Gross
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Home inspections, engineering reports, pre-list checks can help avoid big expenses later (opens the original)
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It's officially fall and homeowners are looking at their houses and considering what needs fixing, patching or replacing before winter. But hiding beneath the floorboards, roof tiles and shingles could be a smattering of problems, from mold to massive structural issues only an expert can find. Despite Long Island's hot seller's market, buyers won't necessarily forego inspections, but rather opt to take on the cost of any smaller problems that may be revealed during the process. A top-to-bottom h
Island Park: Small-town charm, housing development draw buyers (opens the original)
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THE SCOOP A former summer escape that became a year-round community, Island Park is a small town with big development plans to meet housing needs. Between Long Beach and the southern Nassau mainland, Island Park is made up of three sections: an incorporated village, Barnum Island and Harbor Isle. "What makes Island Park so special isn't just our beautiful waterfront or our small-town charm — it's our people," said Michael McGinty, mayor of the incorporated village. "For generations, this has bee
Long Island senior living communities are using VR for recreation and therapy (opens the original)
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A sunlit Italian cafe fills three seamless screens wrapping a room at Gurwin’s Fay J. Lindner Assisted Living Residences in Commack. Five residents watch as butterflies alight on flowers, a furry white dog sits nearby and pigeons peck on the ground. “This is the most fun I’ve had at Gurwin,” said Judy Cohen, 83. “This reminds me of Sorrento,” added Iris Silverberg, 87. Soon, Italy gives way to a Parisian streetscape. As the imposing Eiffel Tower appeared on screen, Gus Wurman, 98, started singin
This pastoral hamlet shines in summer and is the 'ultimate place to live on Long Island' (opens the original)
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THE SCOOP Surrounded by thousands of acres of preserved land, Baiting Hollow offers a uniquely pastoral setting close to the North Fork's famed offerings. "It's a beautiful area to live in and offers a great quality of life," said Town of Riverhead Councilman Robert Kern. The hamlet's proximity to the bay and Long Island Sound attracts many boaters, Kern said. "You're not far from the ocean at all for ocean fishing," he added. Baiting Hollow residents have access to four town beaches, said Eric
Hallmark-style summer towns to visit in the Northeast (opens the original)
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Looking for a great getaway that's just a car or train ride away? Explore one of these magical, quaint towns that are chock-full of charm, history and fun things to do that may have you feeling like you're in a Hallmark movie. DRIVING DISTANCE FROM MELVILLE: About 1.5 hours away ACCESSIBLE BY TRAIN: Take the Long Island Rail Road to Grand Central Terminal, then transfer to Metro-North’s Hudson Line to Cold Spring (mta.info/schedules); MTA offers combo tickets between the LIRR and Metro North. Se
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