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OLA Secures Place in NYS Budget for $50,000,

authorStaff Writer on Jun 10, 2024
For the first time in its 22-year history, OLA of Eastern Long Island has secured a place in the New York State budget, ensuring the advocacy organization will receive $50,000... more

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