Community News
Sunday, May 17, 2026 · Delaware County
LIRR Strike Halts Service, Strands Hundreds of Thousands
The Long Island Rail Road's first strike since 1994 halted all service Saturday as 3,500 workers walked out over wages and work rules, stranding hundreds of thousands of commuters.
Staten Island Fights State Plan for Massive Battery Storage Facility
Staten Island residents and Borough President Vito Fossella are fighting state plans for a massive battery storage facility, citing safety risks even as state officials say the project is essential for New York's clean energy goals.
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Hochul Proposes Tax on Luxury NYC Second Homes to Raise $500M Annually
Gov. Hochul's $268 billion budget plan includes a proposed tax on luxury second homes in New York City, estimated to generate $500 million annually.
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Public Hearing Set for Delaware County Animal Abuser Registry
Delaware County will hold a public hearing for Local Law Intro. No. 15 of 2021, proposing an animal abuser registry to protect animals from abuse.
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Delaware County to Hold Hearing on Animal Abuser Registry
Delaware County officials plan a public hearing on a proposed animal abuser registry, but haven't yet set a date for the meeting.
Sunday, May 17, 2026