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Madwest is a native Long Islander. He has lived in both Nassau, and Suffolk Counties. Having worked in both the private sector and government, both local and federal, for over 20 years he has seen a lot, and now has something to say about it. Here he will give his opinion, or rant on all things Long Island.

This Week: The December 2010 Blizzard
Monday, January 10th, 2010
Well winter is here again. The snow storm after Christmas was proof of that. Thankfully it happened after the holiday, otherwise it would have been ruined. Oh not by the snow, but by the lack of response by the local government. That’s right, the snow fell, and the government, whom I paid taxes too, failed to plow my street...

Long Island Rant
With Madwest
Outraged Long Islander

Lee Conover is a native Long Islander. He has worked both in the public & private sector for 25 yrs. He is a great asset to local communities around Long Island, Strong Family man who cares about the quality of life for all family's on long Island. Lee is a active coach in Little league and other community activities. Lee Conover will give you the straight facts, and his honest opinion.

This Week: Senate Reps back earmark ban
Thursday, November 25th, 2010
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said that he would join his fellow Republicans in opposing earmarks, bowing to pressure from Tea Party activists who see the special project funding as a prime example of out-of-control government spending... [Read More]

Politics & National Events
With Lee Conover
Political Correspondent

Rob Nilsen is a graduate of Long Island University (C.W. Post Campus) with a B.A. in Criminal Justice. In addition, Rob served in the United States Marine Corps during that time period. Rob has also received his Masters Certificate in Internet advertising from the University of San Francisco. Rob serves on three committees on the Interactive Advertising Bureau including Social Media, Digital Video, and Mobile Advertising. It is Rob Nilsen's unique vision to create a full service, compliant, and transparent agency that continues to drive day to day operations in Rob's Current Role as Chief Marketing Officer at Far Flung Interactive and Founder of All Media Agency.

This Week: Social Media Requires Social Activity
Monday, October 25th, 2010
It seems that everyone wants to be involved in social media marketing from small businesses to large corporations. It may look easy to set up a campaign with the successes of a company like Dell or Comcast or have a Youtube video go viral like the “Old Spice Guy.” However, there is a lot more work involved...

The LI Internets
With Rob Nilsen
Internet Marketing Specialist

Dear Long Islanders, I have always been fascinated by history and Long Island is rich in history. There has been so much that has happened here from even before colonial America! So Come along with me on my journey and rediscover the history of Long Island. We all learn something new everyday, why not let it be something about our home, Long Island.

This Week: History of Lake Grove
Sunday, September 19th, 2010
Lake Grove was settled in the early 1700s along Middle Country Road, which used to be part of the Old Kings Highway, which was a Native American footpath...

Long Island History
With Lisa B
Amateur LI Historian

Dave has been into computers and electronic gadgets for most of his life. When it comes to technology, Dave knows the latest and greatest. Seeing technology evolve over the past quarter century, Dave has seen how important tech has become in our everyday lives. He reviews tech from being in the IT field for almost 20+ years so if you disagree with him, your opinion must be wrong.

This Week: What is The Best Free Antivirus?
Thursday, August 12th, 2010
I get that question about once a week so I figured that, from now on, when someone asks me I can simply have them read this article. There is a real need for the average computer user to protect themselves against all forms of malware online. Threats to your PC and your data can come from anywhere...

The Technology Review
With Dave G.
Technology Specialist

Dr. Franchize might be a bit off, but Long Island made him that way. The doc has been around quite a while and has been helping Long Islanders cope with the insaneness that we see go on everyday living here. Every week, the doc will be helping you feel better because, after all, we're in this together, right???

This Week: Immigration...and Taxes on LI
Saturday, August 7th, 2010
Recently there was an article in that communist rag Newsday about how hard it is for teens to find work. This article even pointed out the added difficulty being encountered by males vs. females. This is not surprising to anyone with an I.Q. over 60! Let's take a look at some of the job opportunities available to a teenage male and the present mindset of teens in general in suburbia...

Weekly Therapy
With Dr. Franchize
Mad Scientist

Eric Martin has been in the family business, Advanced Restoration Corporation, for over 16 years. He is certified by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC) in Water Damage Mitigation and Advanced Structural Drying as well as holding his certification by the Restoration Industry Association (RIA) in Mold Remediation. Eric has worked in New York City for 8 months after 9/11 cleaning up the building surrounding Ground Zero. He also worked in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina.

This Week: Insuring Green Risks
Sunday, July 18th, 2010
The "Green Revolution" has brought about many changes to not only the building industry but to others including the insurance sector. The insurance industry is certainly not without questions when it comes to insuring green risks. Which companies are going to underwrite these risks? What coverage will be available?

Our Green Economy
With Eric Martin
Restoration Expert

Mr. Doe Manhattan born & Long Islander for 45 years. I come from a big family & there's always something going on. I have worked in the public sector for 35 years in the Computer field. I almost always have something to say about what's going on in the world & the workplace, but you can't always say what you like & now here's my chance...

This Week: No More Traffic Laws on LI
Sunday, July 4th, 2010
Or so it seems. I'm sure it's the same for most people you get in your car you buckle-up and your in for the ride of life. I use to enjoy riding around the Island from the east end to the west, no more I thread it. People are just plain crazy they could care less about you and it seems about themselves also...

This is America &
I can say what I want...
With John Doe
Average Long Islander

As a native of Long Island and with an M.A. from SUNY StonyBrook, Kimlee has extensive experience within the education, hospitality, and business industries. She brings to us a keen insight in her column — BACK TO BASICS 101. Read on to find out more…

This Week: The Setback
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
We all go through disappointments and many times things don't make sense. It seems too easy to become discouraged. So easy to have a pity party and think "Why me?", "Why did I loose my loved one?", "Why did my marriage fail", "Why did I loose my job?"...

Back To Basics
With Kimlee
Advice Specialist

Randi Busse is President of Workforce Development Group, Inc., a coaching and training firm located in Amityville, NY. Randi works with organizations and individuals that want to improve their soft skills including communication, interpersonal, presentation, team building and customer service skills. Using collaborative coaching and self-discovery techniques, Randi brings out the full potential in people.

This Week: What is networking?
Monday, October 20, 2008
Networking is about forging bonds and sharing. It’s about connecting with people who have common interests and objectives and generously giving to each other. Networking extends into every area of your life. You’ve been doing it all along; you just may not have realized it...

The Skills Trainer
With Randi Busse
Professional Skills Trainer

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