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10/23/2024

Folks in Dyker Heights seem to have taken matters into their own hands.

By the looks of things, it seems folks in Brooklyn have exacted a measure of street justice on … Continued

10/19/2024

This is just crazy. Be careful out there on the roads.

A driver on the Belt Parkway in Queens has shared a chaotic dashcam video of another car cutting them off and reversing into the driver's car.

10/07/2024

Baby, I'm worth it.

A new study confirms that Long Island weddings on average are the most expensive in the United States.

09/18/2024

The sky was beautiful last night.

Long Islanders were treated to a stunning sight Tuesday night as a Harvest Moon, along with a partial lunar eclipse, was visible.

09/17/2024

Good ones under $500K are getting harder and harder to find.

These properties may require compromise — in size, location or condition. But they may offer a foothold in the market for first-time buyers or those on a tighter budget.

08/27/2024

Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico says village policies keep neighboring black and brown people from the beach

Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico levels racism charges; says village policies keep black and brown people from the beach.

08/21/2024

"Eradication is not likely, but … "

It feels as if spotted lanternflies are everywhere. The beach. The shopping plazas. The parking lot outside work.

08/16/2024

Simply amazing!

A whale put on a show for beachgoers at Davis Park on Thursday, and one lucky visitor captured it on video.

08/14/2024

Cownose rays migrate in distinct geometric patterns on the surface of the ocean — very similar to geese.

Cownose rays sometimes travels in groups of hundreds or even thousands. They prefer shallow, coastal waters and are typically spotted during the warmer months.

08/12/2024

The harsh reality of starter home realty.

LI accounts for nearly 12% of such high-cost U.S. communities, showing how it stands out as a particularly challenging market for first-time homebuyers.

08/12/2024

Leadership from our elected leaders would help, in the form of reduced taxes for locals.

With Long Island hotel prices out of reach for many locals, the time is now to waive exorbitant hotel/motel taxes for county residents.

08/12/2024

Did you see it?

Early risers were surprised with a special viewing of the Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, in the northeast, … Continued

08/10/2024

What a wonderful Long Islander right here.

A dream day at the beach soon turned into a nightmare for Hyunjoo Han, when she realized she lost her wedding and engagement rings.

07/29/2024

Two dogs were also saved.
— news from GreaterLongBeach

The Point Lookout rescue was among 20 emergency calls that the Long Beach Fire Department responded to on Saturday.

07/26/2024

The husband and wife both face a long road to recovery due to their devastating injuries.

The Zamzams — parents of three small children, aged 6, 4 and 1 — perform in venues across Long Island with the Hot Date Band.

07/26/2024

Tour the new Jones Beach Theater.

Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater has a fresh look for 2024 after undergoing a multi-million dollar renovation.

07/18/2024

This place is gorgeous

The $5 million project involved turning the old First National Bank, built in 1930, into a space that has something for everyone.

07/15/2024

Motivated by their love of the water.

Couples, friends and families get to choose from four jet-skis and even a 31-foot Boston Whaler that’s built for absolute comfort.

07/12/2024

Most Stop & Shops on Long Island are safe for now.

Across its five-state footprint in the northeast, the grocery store chain will close a total of 32 stores.

07/11/2024

MacArthur sounding better and better.

More than one out of five JFK flights is delayed by at least 15 minutes and nearly 3 percent of flights end up being canceled, according to the study.

07/10/2024

Even without the race, the event raised over $92K

Due to poor weather conditions, the annual Maggie Fischer Memorial Great South Bay Cross Bay Swim was canceled in 2024.

07/02/2024

Fire Island is always a blast!

Here is Greater Long Island's list of Fourth of July parades, firework shows, and festivities of Independence Day weekend 2024.

06/24/2024

An amazing rescue. And a man lucky to be alive.

He had been floating in his life jacket for about an hour and a half before rescue workers reached him and brought him to safety.

06/23/2024

Fortunately, someone in the group had a working cell phone.

The owner of the raft was issued several summons for imprudent operation and insufficient safety gear.

06/11/2024

Whoa! Ronkonkoma to the ferry :)

“Our airport customers have been expressing their enthusiasm for more air service at ISP, and JetBlue is ne of the most frequent requests,"

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