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Increase in Whale Deaths Along Eastern Atlantic Coast: What Is Causing The Ongoing Crisis?
A dead female humpback whale decomposing on a beach on Fire Island, New York in May 2018 in the Point O’ Woods area. This whale was about 33 feet long, estimated to be 3 to 5 years old, and showed evidence of blunt force trauma consistent!-->…
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Levittown Mother of Six Still Waiting After 10 Years on Kidney Transplant List
Arlene Barsch, a mother of six, has spent the past decade on a kidney transplant waiting list and recently launched a public campaign in hopes of finding a living donor. Advocates note that public awareness campaigns like this one can help!-->…
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NYPD Officers Again Barred From Marching in Uniform at NYC Pride Parade
The NYC Pride March remains one of the largest and most visible celebrations of LGBTQ+ pride in the world. But the ongoing dispute over uniformed officer participation has exposed continuing tensions between advocacy groups and public!-->…
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Free Outdoor Movie Nights Return to Long Island Parks for Summer 2025; June Through August “Movies…
The screenings, ranging from family-friendly animated favorites to major blockbusters - run from late June through August and are hosted by municipalities, libraries, and local organizations. Many events include pre-movie entertainment!-->…
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Uncle Giuseppe’s Acquires Edgewood Warehouse for $13.45M to Support Long Island Expansion
Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace is a regional specialty supermarket chain known for its Italian-inspired grocery experience, combining traditional supermarket offerings with gourmet prepared foods, fresh bakery items, and full-service!-->…
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Shark Bite Suspected at Jones Beach After Woman Injured in Waist-Deep Water
Sand tiger sharks (Carcharias taurus) are frequently found along the Atlantic coast from Massachusetts to Florida. The shallow, warm waters off Long Island’s southern coast, including areas near Jones Beach, Fire Island, and Montauk, are!-->…
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Aquebogue Woman Wins $1 Million Powerball Prize with Suffolk County Ticket Purchased at Kings…
According to state lottery officials, Maria Messina, a resident of Aquebogue, opted to receive her winnings as a lump-sum payment. After standard federal and state withholdings, she took home $651,000.
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MacRumors: Renovated Apple Store Set to Reopen Soon at Roosevelt Field in Garden City
According to reports from tech publication MacRumors, the newly updated store will feature a modernized wood-and-glass façade and include an Apple Pickup station for customers who order products online for in-store collection. File photo:!-->…
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PSEG Long Island to Automatically Enroll Customers in New Time-of-Day Rate Plan by End of 2025
Under the new TOD system, customers will pay different rates for electricity depending on the time of day it is used. Electricity will cost the most during peak hours, defined as weekdays from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., and significantly less!-->…
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Zohran Mamdani Defeats Cuomo in Stunning NYC Mayoral Primary Upset
State Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani, who represents parts of western Queens, ran on a bold left-wing platform that included sweeping policies such as free public transit, a $30 minimum wage by 2030, universal childcare, and significant!-->…
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Patchogue Man Charged After Leaving 2-Year-Old in Hot Car Outside Centereach Walmart
Emergency responders from Centereach were among those who assisted in the June 24 rescue of a 2-year-old child left unattended in a vehicle outside the Walmart at Centereach Mall during dangerously high temperatures. The boy was!-->…
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New York to Enforce Statewide Cell Phone Ban in Public Schools Starting Fall 2025
New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s administration has introduced a statewide “bell-to-bell” cell phone ban for all public and charter schools, aimed at reducing classroom distractions and improving student mental health. The new policy will!-->…
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Five MS-13 Members Indicted in Kings Park Murder and Conspiracy to Kill Gang Associate
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Enforcement and Removal Operations (ICE ERO) officers escort 27-year-old David Alejandro Orellana‑Aleman during his arrest in Hyattsville, Maryland, on February 27. Orellana‑Aleman, a Salvadoran!-->…
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Celebrate Independence Day: What to Do on Long Island for July 4th, 2025 – Fireworks, Family…
With Independence Day falling on a Friday, residents and visitors have a three-day stretch to celebrate. Long Islanders can expect a lively weekend filled with fireworks, seaside gatherings, and classic summer experiences - making this!-->…
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Lawsuit Challenges Nassau County ICE Partnership Under New York Law; Brought by Civil Liberties…
The suit, brought by the New York Civil Liberties Union on behalf of local residents, the Diocese of Long Island, and immigrant advocacy groups, claims the agreement violates New York state law, risks racial profiling, and undermines trust!-->…
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Power Outages Reported Across Nassau, Suffolk By PSEG; Extreme Heat Overloads Grids, Triggers…
High demand for electricity coincides with record-breaking temperatures, with Central Park tying a 96°F high and Newark reaching 103°F, marking its hottest June day since recordkeeping began . The NYISO issued an Energy Warning after!-->…
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Monster and CareerBuilder Go Bankrupt; Will Sell off Business Assets to Satisfy Outstanding Debts
CareerBuilder and Monster.com were once dominant players in the digital hiring space but have struggled in recent years as newer platforms like LinkedIn and Indeed gained market share. File photo: Sharaf Maksumov, licensed.
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Long Island Residents Turn to App for Real-Time ICE Activity Alerts; Offering Timely Alerts About…
An increasing number of Long Island residents are relying on an app that delivers verified sightings within ten minutes, enabling users to adjust their plans or avoid areas with active enforcement. The app interface includes location,!-->…
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Lindenhurst Man Pleads Guilty in Deadly Massapequa Crash While High on Cocaine and Fentanyl
Michael DeAngelo 33-year-of Lindenhurst, Long Island, has a prior criminal record and was under the influence of drugs at the time of the crash. Sentencing is scheduled for June 28, 2024, in Mineola, Nassau County. The case has sparked!-->…
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Empire State Fair Returns to Nassau Coliseum with Rides, Shows, and Fireworks, June 27 Through July…
The Empire State Fair is returning to the Nassau Coliseum, home of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The fair features amazing entertainment such as the all new Circus Murcia under the big top, an educational experience at the!-->…
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Dangerous Heat Wave Grips Long Island as Temperatures Soar into Triple Digits
Temperatures are expected to reach the upper 90s, with heat index values - or “feels like” temperatures — rising to between 104 °F and 108 °F. Some inland areas may hit 100 °F, which is extremely rare for the region. File photo: Simon!-->…
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WATCH: President Trump So Visibly Frustrated Over Failed Ceasefire He Utters Expletive to Press Live…
President Trump appeared so visibly frustrated when it became clear that hostilities were continuing that a emotional response to the press included an expletive uttered live on air, signaling the intensity of the moment and the sudden!-->…
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Regional Leaders Launch Ambitious 10-Year Plan to Restore Long Island Sound
Seagulls flying in the wind over the Long Island sound looking at the bluffs hills at Sunken Meadow State Parks beach. The 2025–2035 plan outlines four core objectives: improving water quality and watershed health, expanding habitats and!-->…
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Coyotes Establish Breeding Populations on Long Island, Driven by Swimming Skills and Abundant Prey
While coyotes are reportedly establishing breeding areas on Long Island, residents should not approach them. Instead, make loud noises to scare them off and report sightings to local animal control authorities for tracking and safety!-->…
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Lobster Populations Begin Rebounding in Long Island Sound After Years of Decline; Once Thriving…
Famous “the end” sign at Duryea’s dockside restaurant in Montauk, New York. Once a thriving industry along the Connecticut and Long Island coastlines, the lobster fishery experienced a dramatic collapse in the late 1990s and early 2000s,!-->…
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“No Kings” Protests Across Long Island: Voices of Local Activism Rise in Unity
People holding signs at an Anti-Trump protest against the current administration's actions on immigration and civil rights in Midtown Manhattan. The protests on Long Island were part of a coordinated national effort that reportedly!-->…
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2025 Folio Awards Recognize the Best in News & Digital Media – Local, Regional &…
Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree: CBS News Co-Anchor Maurice DuBois with Fair Media Council's Jaci Clement. FMC advocates for quality news and works to create a media-savvy society. FMC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered!-->…
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Reconstituting the Democrat Party – A Proposed Six-Point Plan
Vice-President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden attend 23rd anniversary commemoration at 9-11 memorial in New York on September 11, 2024. It’s no secret that, at 27 percent approval rating, the Democrat Party is desperate to repair!-->…
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Mastic Man Sentenced to 25 Years to Life for Fatal Shooting of Longtime Friend
James Brown, 45, was found guilty in May of Murder in the Second Degree and two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon following a jury trial. Prosecutors said Brown shot and killed his 45-year-old friend, also of Mastic, on the evening!-->…
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Long Island Bagel Shop Manager Detained by ICE Amid Greater Enforcement Activity
ICE officials identified the individual as having overstayed his visa approximately 20 years ago. The Port Washington case followed what law enforcement sources describe as a series of increased ICE operations in the region, including!-->…
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