Sentences with phrase «island residents»

It includes maps to all you favorite beaches and hikes, as well as inside tips from island residents on how to have a great travel experience.

Some of these part - time island residents allow their spectacular properties to let when they themselves must be on the mainland.

Not only is it getting more popular among island residents, but also as a vacation destination.

The rebate program for Staten Island residents who regularly cross the Verrazano Bridge will increase as well, from $ 5.50 to $ 5.74, a spokesman for the MTA said.

A source close to the assemblyman tried to paint Ackerman as the interloper in the newly - drawn district, insisting the Long Island resident long ago lost his Queens cred.

Rhode Island renters insurance is a valuable investment for Rhode Island residents who live as tenants in their home or apartment.

Molinaro also announced plans to build a monument to remember the 23 Staten Island residents who lost their lives during the storm.

Motorists pay a $ 1 toll, except for Grand Island residents who pay $.09 cents and commuters who pay $.28 cents.

Subsidies to help Rhode Island residents with out - of - pocket expenses such as copayments are only available for Silver plans purchased through Health Source Rhode Island and are only offered to those who earn up to 250 % of the federal poverty level.

A slightly smaller percentage — 59 percent — of Big Island residents back the project.

LIPA has been the subject of harsh criticism from Gov. Andrew Cuomo on down following the power troubles suffered by many Long Island residents in the wake of the hurricane.

Both legislators were hopeful they could use requirements for the state's public health exchange to force New York health insurance carriers to give Fishers Island residents coverage in Connecticut.

There is no charge for admission, no ticketing, just a «walk - in» welcome at the open studios of 18 Shelter Island resident members of ARTSI, from painters to photographers, printmakers, digital artists and sculptors.

«The city's allocation of $ 275 million to reconstruct the Rodman's Neck NYPD training facility is a step in the right direction towards enhancing the quality of life for City Island residents.

That's a fraction of what Westchester and Long Island residents pay (though both city owners and renters alike pay city income tax.

Daniel Island resident, Juan Acevedo, hit a hole in one and won the 2015 Maserati Ghibli that sat at the 17th hole.

We truly all understand the problems and the obstacles Staten Island residents face.

There's no reason in this day and age to have toll booths,» said Grand Island resident Frank Posatier.

Practically no trace remains of it today, however, as it was destroyed by island residents after the scientist was forced to leave Hven in 1597.

«We are committed to helping Coney Island residents who are still recovering from the impact of Hurricane Sandy.»

With less mass transit options than other boroughs, Staten Island residents rely heavily on driving, and 82 percent of households in the borough own at least one car.

Several thousand Long Island residents whose homes were devastated by superstorm Sandy can't get full...

The Siena College Research Institute survey finds New York City and Long Island residents as well as a plurality of upstaters predict an improving real estate market in the upcoming year.

Hawaii island residents continue to show strong support for the Thirty Meter Telescope, acording to a public opinion poll commissioned by the nonprofit that aims to build and run the $ 1.4 billion...

During the retreat, yoga teacher and summertime island resident, Christine Stewart, organises workshops and sessions with some of the world's leading yoga practitioners, including Benita Galvan (Arizona, USA), Jack Harrison (Galway) and Jaye Martin (Florida, USA).

Guided kayak paddles are offered by outfitters such as Santa Barbara Adventure Company, with expert naturalists not only helping you maneuver the ocean in your kayak (all gear is provided; experienced strongly recommended), but also pointing out amazing features, such as hidden coves and caves, and sharing information about seabirds, seals, and other island residents.

The estimated cost for the workshop and required materials stands at US$ 55000, this sum is to be raised primarily by Gili islands residents and businesses, but sponsorship will be sought from the Indonesian government and abroad.

The group acquired Bontour, a well - known Jersey - based tour operator carrying about 7,500 Channel Island residents on holiday, mainly to France, and a destination management operation providing services to European tour operators.

There is no charge for admission, no ticketing, just a «walk - in» welcome at the open studios of 18 Shelter Island resident members of ARTSI — from painters to photographers, printmakers, digital artists and sculptors.

We believe No Vote, No Voice will encourage more Vancouver Island residents to participate in the democratic process by providing candidate information on one online portal.»

Stanescu added that a Staten Island resident showed up to vote, taking advantage of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's emergency order allowing New York City residents to vote anywhere in the state.

Twin - engine choppers land at two sites: a beach on Niihau's north shore and Keanahaki Bay in the south (avoiding Puuwai, where island residents live).

Or, go out with the island's only taxi driver who will regale you with stories about the culture and history of the island's past: who lived in the now - abandoned old town of Port Boyd on the north side, and how one wealthy island resident even minted his own coins.

Whether it's starting the process to grant the island statehood (which island residents are now if favor of), or granting the island's government the ability to go through the Chapter 9 bankruptcy process, Congress doesn't seem ready to make policy decisions on Puerto Rico's future based on what is best for Puerto Ricans themselves.

Many U.S. Virgin Islands residents fled to shelters around midday Tuesday.

The event was organized by Island Residents Against Tanker Expansion.

UPDATE: The car in question belongs to Sen. Ken LaValle, a Long Island Republican, who represents Shelter Island and, according to his office, was on his way to a dedication for a young island resident who was killed while serving in Afghanistan on June 4th.

Its commonwealth status means Puerto Rico is subject to US federal laws, though island residents are exempt from some federal taxes.

About 200 Long Island residents plan to sue Suffolk County and the State of New York for allegedly exposing them to hazardous chemicals from an air base in Westhampton Beach.

The community leader and Staten Island resident made the announcement at a City Hall press conference on Thursday.

De Blasio told Staten Island residents at a town hall meeting Wednesday that if his administration was in office, things would have worked out differently, DNAinfo reported.

At the hearing of the Moreland Commission on Utility Storm Preparation and Response, Long Island resident Seymour Spiegel said for a 21st century storm, LIPA had been «a 19th century power company.»

The city last studied adverse health issues for Staten Island residents near Fresh Kills in 1997, but its sample size was small and it was before 9/11, Borelli said.

«Affordable housing in general is very critical out here, whether it's for utility company employees or for other people,» said Town Board member and Fishers Island resident Louisa Evans.

A handful of elected officials and Grand Island residents gathered yesterday afternoon at Fisherman's Landing to deliver a message to the state asking for removal of the tolls on the Grand Island Bridges.

Kennedy also said that his values «as they relate to human rights do not reflect views of the Nassau County Republican leadership,» and he believes elected more Democrats to the Senate would be good for Long Island residents because they «tend to be more in touch with the middle class.»

«These results show Long Island residents want bipartisanship and balance, not all - Democrat, all - New York City rule — with New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio calling all the shots.»

Cuomo announced earlier this month that he had reached an agreement with the Legislature to reduce the one - way toll on the Verrazano, which connects Brooklyn and Staten Island, to $ 5.50 for Staten Island residents enrolled in an E-ZPass program.

Last year, 16,000 Staten Island residents reported domestic violence cases, according to Rose.