West Islip Blogs of the Week: Jan. 27

What are your neighbors thinking about? Is a national-news story peeking the interest of the neighborhood or is someone simply sharing their insight on every day life? No worries if you missed the past week – we've collected the top blog posts across our local Patch sites in one convenient place.

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Cold Weather Spells Bad News for Older Long Islanders

Blogger William Stoner notes how the cold spell we have seen over the last week can make for dangerous roads for older drivers. Stoner also gives tips on how to stay safe on the roads during the winter.

Can Chiropractic Help Arthritis?

Dr. Laura Bowen discusses how taking proper care of your back can help alleviate the problems brought on by arthritis throughout the rest of the body, especially in joints like knees and elbows. 

Buyer Broker vs Broker's Agent

Local real estate agent Kristin Schuster notes the differences between a Brokers Agent and a Buyer Broker and how they can affect how you buy a new home. Those looking to buy around Long Island should give this a read!

IRS Plans Jan. 30 Tax Season Opening for 1040 Filers

Filing your taxes before the April rush? No sweat –IRS Spokeswoman Dianne Besunder has all you need to know about filing early this year. Her writing includes the details on who can and cannot file early.