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Debate over Coliseum Redevelopment Reflects Deep Divisions

Hempstead held two public hearings on the Nassau Coliseum redevelopment project, highlighting deep community divisions over the proposed plans. The debate reflects ongoing tensions between development supporters and residents concerned about traffic, environmental impact, and community character.
https://longisland.news12.com/hempstead-holding-2-public-hearings-today-on-nassa…

Residents Protest BESS Construction, Offshore Wind

More than 80 residents gathered to protest the construction of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) sites and offshore wind infrastructure on Staten Island. The demonstration reflects growing community opposition to renewable energy projects and concerns about their environmental and safety impacts.
https://www.silive.com/news/2025/06/more-than-80-gather-to-protest-construction-…

Administration Reverses Order, Allows Offshore Restart

The Trump administration has lifted a stop-work order on Empire Wind, a $5 billion offshore wind farm project off the coast of New York. The reversal comes after direct appeals from NY Governor Kathy Hochul and represents a compromise that could also see cancelled natural gas pipeline plans revived. The project, located 15-30 miles south of Long Island, is designed to power over 500,000 homes and is over 30% complete with $2.5 billion already invested.
https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/trump-administration-reverses-order-a…

What to Know About Empire Wind

Empire Wind, the massive offshore wind farm being developed by Norwegian energy company Equinor, can now resume construction after the Federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management lifted its stop-work order. The project is being built 15 to 30 miles south of Long Island's coast and will generate enough clean energy to power approximately 500,000 New York homes when completed. Commercial operation is targeted for 2027.
https://abcnews.go.com/US/empire-wind-offshore-wind-project-trump-administration…

Reversal Not A Quote, All Clear for Industry

The Trump administration's decision to allow Empire Wind to resume construction signals a potential shift in approach to offshore wind development. The reversal was facilitated through negotiations that appear to involve compromises on natural gas infrastructure projects. Industry observers see this as providing clarity for the broader offshore wind sector, which had faced uncertainty following the initial moratorium on new offshore wind development.
https://www.barrons.com/articles/trump-offshore-wind-reversal-empire-b5dee5f4

292 Housing Units Completed in Brookhaven

BRP Companies has completed The Arboretum at Farmingville, a 292-unit residential development in Brookhaven. The $147 million project features a mix of two and three-bedroom apartments, lofts, townhomes, and single-family homes, with 30 units reserved for workforce housing. The development includes a seven-acre publicly accessible park and state-of-the-art amenities including a resort pool, fitness center, and yoga facilities. Construction began in July 2022 with Phase I opening in June 2024.
https://yieldpro.com/2025/05/arboretum-at-farmingville/

Orbic Breaks Ground on $107M Long Island Expansion

Technology company Orbic has broken ground on a major $107 million manufacturing expansion on Long Island. The project represents a significant investment in the region's technology and manufacturing sector, promising to create new jobs and strengthen Long Island's position as a hub for advanced manufacturing. The expansion is expected to enhance Orbic's production capabilities and support the company's growth in the telecommunications and technology markets.
https://libn.com/2025/06/03/orbic-long-island-manufacturing-expansion/

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