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Affordable housing for the workforce often comes with the misconception that it is free. The reality is that this housing serves as a counter to the rising costs of rent and home values, and as a solution to slowing the migration of young professionals fleeing to Sun Belt states. Income has been used as a measure for discounted housing programs, but now, local legislators have incorporated into law the value of "community sweat equity."

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Hero Housing: New Law Makes Affordable Housing within Reach for Suffolk County First Responders

Posted on August 21, 2025

While walkable downtowns with lively local businesses are certainly attractive, they aren’t always at the top of every buyer’s wish list—at least not based on my experience working across the South Shore market. For many buyers, especially families or those planning to start one, a home within a reputable school district is often the highest priority.

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Are buyers prioritizing walkable downtowns and access to local businesses when choosing a neighborhood?

Posted on August 19, 2025

FIN 7 and GSBN August Issues

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Doubleheader as Fire Island News and Great South Bay News Hits Newsstands the Same Day in August

Posted on August 13, 2025

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How competitive is the short-term rental market this year, and what does that mean for potential renters?

Posted on August 6, 2025

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Fire Island Rentals On the Waterfront

Posted on August 2, 2025

Issie 6 8/1/2025

The Sunday of Summer: Fire Island News, the August 1st Edition

Posted on July 30, 2025

Summer tunes are in the air and making a splash in our July 18 edition of Fire Island News. Glyn Emmerson writes about the bands that jammed in Kismet and Atlantique over the July 4th Weekend. Robert Levine covered the world-class opera singer who recently performed at Whyte Hall in Fire Island Pines. Then, Rob Verbeck ventured out with his camera to catch the action at Alive After Five in downtown Patchogue. The music continues over the weekend of July 24 as the Great South Bay Music Festival comes back for its 17th summer in Shorefront Park in Patchogue Village. Omar Drissi gives us a rundown of what to expect for this upcoming crown jewel event in the Long Island music calendar. Fire Island News is also proudly working with the Great South Bay Music Festival on a special sweepstakes for our readers. One lucky person will win two VIP tickets to this extravaganza, featuring 55 performers on four stages over four days. No purchase is necessary to enter.

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Music, Sweet Music, Takes Center Stage in June 18 Edition of Fire Island News

Posted on July 17, 2025

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