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10.17.2020 Environment

Nitrogen-reducing septic systems to be required in all new construction projects

A new law adopted unanimously by the Suffolk County Legislature last week will require the use of nitrogen-reducing septic systems in all new construction projects. Lawmakers and environmental advocates...

06.08.2019 Government

County executive ‘optimistic’ on IRS and septic grants

At a rally held at a Patchogue family’s home last Wednesday, U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) urged the IRS to rule on the county’s Septic Improvement Program in favor...

04.11.2017 Environment

County program to help residents replace outdated septic systems

Suffolk County created a pilot program to encourage homeowners to replace outdated septic systems or cesspools — an initiative that aims to reduce nitrogen pollution in the county.

File photo: Peconic Bay near Pine Neck Road in Southold. (Credit: Barbaraellen Koch)

08.11.2016 Environment

Alternative septic systems coming, but questions remain

The septic systems of the future will remove nitrogen before it reaches groundwater, something the current concrete block cesspools underneath most homes cannot do. This will result in improved...

03.07.2015 Columns

Column: It’s about time we clean up our act

Compared to people living in western Long Island, those on the East End are in a better position to recognize the connection between the environment and the economy. The...

02.27.2015 Environment

Mayors, supervisors ask Cuomo for $100M for septic systems

The issue of antiquated or failing septic systems compromising the quality of the East End’s ground and surface waters is once again taking center stage as the region presses...

10.16.2014 Government

Energy consultants, real estate firm meet with board about EPCAL

The Riverhead Town Board is scheduled to meet with two companies to discuss ways to market land at EPCAL at its work session Thursday.

10.10.2014 Government

Riverhead Town floating septic upgrade regulation

Riverhead Town could be among the first municipalities in Suffolk County to take a proactive step in dealing with nitrogen pollution from wastewater, which is wreaking havoc on Peconic...

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