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Mayor eyes ability for Westhampton Dunes residents to rent more frequently
Posted: Updated:Westhampton Dunes residents may soon be able to rent out their homes more frequently.
As of now, homeowners are only allowed to rent in blocks of two weeks or more, and it can only be done five times per season.
News 12 has learned the mayor wants to consider opening up Westhampton Dunes to nightly or weekend renters, through sites like Airbnb and Homeaway.
The mayor says it is a controversial issue, with some residents worried it could turn the area into a party town.
The rental issue will go before the village board this Friday.
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Payless ShoeSource files for bankruptcy protection
Payless ShoeSource files for bankruptcy protection
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Forecast: Bright and chilly, followed by snow, sleet Wednesday
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Witness: 12-year-old hit by driver who went through red light
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Receiver of taxes announces bid to run for Town of Hempstead supervisor
Republican Don Clavin announced he's running for Town of Hempstead supervisor.
Republican Don Clavin announced he's running for Town of Hempstead supervisor.
Republican Don Clavin announced he's running for Town of Hempstead supervisor.Republican Don Clavin announced he's running for Town of Hempstead supervisor.Sanitation employees file suit claiming sex harassment, wrongful termination
Sanitation employees file suit claiming sex harassment, wrongful termination
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Mother of girl killed in boating accident renews push for safety legislation
A Deer Park woman is renewing her fight to get state legislation on boating safety passed following the death of her daughter.A Deer Park woman is renewing her fight to get state legislation on boating safety passed following the death of her daughter.2 women claim late Bishop McGann, LI clergy members sexually abused them
2 women claim late Bishop McGann, LI clergy members sexually abused them
News 12 has learned both of the women grew up in the Saint Agnes Parish in Rockville Centre and are now in their 60s.News 12 has learned both of the women grew up in the Saint Agnes Parish in Rockville Centre and are now in their 60s.Fallen detective's widow: Donate to Healing Haven Animal Foundation
Fallen detective's widow: Donate to Healing Haven Animal Foundation
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Massive show of support at wake services for fallen detective
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‘We need a better system’: Accused Nassau porch thief apologizes
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Photos from Toy Fair 2019
Photos from Toy Fair 2019
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2019 Jones Beach Summer Concert Lineup
Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2019.
Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2019.
Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2019.
Just Married on Long Island
Just Married on Long Island
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News 12 Long Island wants to announce your wedding. Share your pictures and videos with News 12 Long Island viewers!
Performers at The Paramount
Performers at The Paramount
Take a look at the performers coming to The Paramount in Huntington.
Take a look at the performers coming to The Paramount in Huntington.
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Your Kids Corner Photos
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Looking for something fun to do with the kids this weekend? News 12 has you covered.
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What's Cooking Photos
Stephen Gallagher, of The Trattoria in St. James, shows News 12's Lily Stolzberg how to make corteccia pasta with roasted cauliflower and golden raisins and garlic bread crumbs.
Each week, News 12's Lily Stolzberg heads into the kitchen with a different chef to cook up some delicious meals.
Each week, News 12's Lily Stolzberg heads into the kitchen with a different chef to cook up some delicious meals.
Birthday Smiles
Birthday Smiles
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
Westminster Kennel Club's annual dog show trots into New York
Westminster Kennel Club's annual dog show trots into New York
Westminster Kennel Club
Westminster Kennel Club
Photos from the 143rd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Piers 92/94 in February, 2019 in New York City.Photos from the 143rd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Piers 92/94 in February, 2019 in New York City.61st annual Grammy Awards
61st annual Grammy Awards
Photos from the 61st annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.Photos from the 61st annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.Dog Day Fridays for February 8
Dog Day Fridays for February 8
Pongo is a 1-and-a-1/2-year-old boxer mix
Pongo is a 1-and-a-1/2-year-old boxer mix
This week's dogs are up for adoption at Remember Me Rescue NY.This week's dogs are up for adoption at Remember Me Rescue NY.
