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Nassau and Suffolk counties are home to numerous colleges and universities, including: Stony Brook University, Hofstra University, Adelphi University, SUNY @ Old Westbury, Farmingdale State University, Long Island University - C.W. Post Campus, Long Island University - Southampton College campus, Nassau Community College, Suffolk County Community College. |
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In 1796, the Lighthouse at Montauk was established as New York's first coastal beacon. |
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The US Census of 2000 determined that the homeownership rate in Suffolk County is 79.8%. |
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