Thema Ponton

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Jun 23, 2026, 6:22 AM

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The holidays aren't supposed to be "taxing."

But this Fourth of July is costing us more this year because of higher gas prices.

As Thema Ponton explains in this Taxing Long Island report, driving for the Fourth might actually save you money.