Blogger Roundup: The Neighborhood Blogosphere

The Sachem community has no shortage of opinions, and our guest bloggers on Patch regularly contribute to the vibrant conversations that take place in the barber shop, on the street corner or in the parking lot after a school meeting. Patch brings those conversations into one meetinghouse. Here's a roundup of the latest blogs in our community.

Why Creating a Suffolk County Municipal Electric Company Should Be Explored

Making his debut as a Sachem Patch blogger, New York State Assemblyman Al Graf lends his thoughts on how to better serve Long Island with electric power that doesn't break the bank.

"The cost of electricity is the driving factor that is making Long Island unaffordable for our children, seniors, neighbors, friends, and businesses."

Graf breaks down the electric costs to certain municipalities and school districts, arguing that a conversation should be had about creating a municipal electric company. Read this post and keep checking back with Sachem Patch to view other posts by Assemblyman Graf.

Resources for Small Business Available at Live-brary.com

Many small business owners are challenged with the amount of time, energy and expense it can take to conduct market research, investigate competitors and generate sales opportunities, especially in this economy.

The good folks at the Suffolk County Library system posted a blog to inform small business owners of the free resource for businesses at Live-brary.com. This database service is available at all Suffolk County Libraries, and small business owners can access it simply with a libary card. Check out this blog for a look at what Live-brary.com can do to help you grow your business.

Can Chiropractic Help Arthritis?

Dr. Laura Bowen weighs in this week with a detailed discussion of the "types" of arthritis people suffer from, and the role chiropractic treatment can help in alleviating some of the pain symptoms.

By aligning the body with specific adjustments, and reducing stress on the nervous system, chiropractic therapy can often be an effective treatment for arthritis. Read this blog if you or a loved one suffers from the aches and pains of arthritis.

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