Chris Boyle - LongIsland.com Columnist

Chris Boyle has been writing for LongIsland.com since 2015, and enjoys covering a variety of topics, ranging from investigative news, to the latest entertainment stories.

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  Suffolk County Red Light Camera Controversy Intensifies as Legislators, Activists, and Local Residents Speak Out

  By Chris Boyle   May 17, 2016

  Residents, lawmakers clash over red light cameras; are they improving safety, or simply generating cash for the county?

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  2016 Fair Media Council Folio Awards Salute Local Media, Homegrown Reporting

  By Chris Boyle   May 03, 2016

  Star-studded event honors the very best in local Long Island media and reporting over the course of the previous year.

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  First Annual Long Island Business Expo A Rousing Success

  By Chris Boyle   April 29, 2016

  Held on April 21 at Hofstra University in Hempstead, the event combined education, information, and support for the Long Island business community.

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  LI’s "Red Light Robin Hood", Steven Ruth: “I Stand Behind My Actions...I’m Trying to Save Lives.”

  By Chris Boyle   April 14, 2016

  Stephen Ruth has been disabling and destroying red light cameras across Suffolk County - and he's not planning on stopping anytime soon, despite two arrests.

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  Long Island Business Expo Set to Hold Inaugural Event at Hofstra University

  By Chris Boyle   March 15, 2016

  An offshoot of the popular Manhattan event is set to give LI businesses the info, support, and connections to succeed.

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  Rauch Foundation Releases Latest Long Island Index Report; Are We better Off Then We Were A Year Ago?

  By Chris Boyle   March 01, 2016

  New report examines economic growth, housing, and other important factors affecting the Long Island region.

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  Rare Celestial Event Visible This Month According to Stony Brook University

  By Chris Boyle   January 26, 2016

  Breathtaking planetary conjunction visible to naked eye taking place over the next month, says Stony Brook Astronomy Professor.

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  Floral Park, Surrounding Communities Unite Against Proposed OTB Casino

  By Chris Boyle   January 14, 2016

  Over 2,000 attend rally opposing possible video gaming parlor construction at Belmont Lake State Park.

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  Mangano Announces Valentine's Day Special At County Ice Skating Rinks

  By Chris Boyle   January 12, 2016

  “Love on Ice” Celebrations across Nassau help local residents celebrate the holiday with Free Skate Rentals, Roses, Hot Chocolate, Cookies & Music!

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  FAA Cracks Down On Drones, Requires Public Registration

  By Chris Boyle   January 01, 2016

  With over one million of the popular remote-controlled flying devices sold this Christmas, the U.S. Government is stepping in amid safety concerns.

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  Hempstead Village Hosts Toy Gun Exchange Event

  By Chris Boyle   December 24, 2015

  In an effort to curb gun violence, Hempstead kids were recently given the chance to trade in toy guns in exchange for safer play options.

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  VIDEO: Nassau County Announces New Rifles, Tactical Gear for Police In Response to Active Shooters, Terrorists

  By Chris Boyle   December 04, 2015

  Nassau County beefs up their efforts to combat terrorists and active shooters.

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  Nassau Firefighting Academy Holiday Fire Safety Demonstration Highlights the Dangers of Improper Christmas Tree Care

  By Chris Boyle   December 04, 2015

  Nassau County firefighters conduct live residential tree fire to drive home how deadly ignoring basic home safety can be during the holidays.

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  Ex-Corrections Officer Uses Prison Photography to Set Kids on the Straight and Narrow

  By Chris Boyle   December 02, 2015

  Former NYS Corrections Officer uses the lessons learned while on the job - along with his photography skills - to impart important life lessons to school children.

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  Get Ready To Play at @Play Amusements – Farmingdale’s New Kid-Friendly Entertainment Complex

  By Chris Boyle   November 28, 2015

  Farmingdale's former "Fun Zone" gets a new coat of paint and an exciting new direction sure to please both kids and their parents.