Big Tax Symposium; Oyster Bay Budget Figures

Here are the top stories in and near Plainview Wednesday:

1. The 11th annual Long Island Tax Professionals Symposium is being held Wednesday at the Crest Hollow Country Club in nearby Woodbury. It features more than 80 tax-related sessions for professionals. See more here.

2. Oyster Bay's own Billy Joel announced he'll play a concert at Madison Square Garden in January: See details here.

3. We'll have a report on the final Oyster Bay budget figures that were approved at Tuesday's town board meeting.

4. In nearby Farmingdale, a formal groundbreaking of a major new development near the LIRR station is scheduled for this morning.

5. Today's weather: The NWS is calling for a clear, brisk day with highs in the mid-40s. Details here: