New York fire departments settle over Confederate flag displays and discrimination issues
The New York State Division of Human Rights announced the resolution of complaints against the Brookhaven, Levittown, and Holbrook Fire Districts and Department ...
Long Island fire districts pay $28,000 in fines for displaying Confederate flags
Three Long Island fire departments that displayed the Confederate flag have now reached a settlement over alleged ...
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2 LI volunteer fire departments settle discrimination claims over Confederate flags
Two volunteer fire departments on Long Island have agreed to stop displaying Confederate flags and symbols on their property, undergo state human rights law training and pay fines to settle claims ...
Confederate flag at Long Island St. Paddy’s Day parade sparks outrage days after local fire depts. settle suit over display of same symbol
The controversial display of a Confederate flag at a Long Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade Sunday has sparked outrage, drawing apologies and promises of change from local organizers. The flag, which ...