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Copiague’s Long Island Family Festival Returns September 12–14 with Rides, Music & Waterfront…
The weekend kicks off on Friday, September 12, with the opening of the carnival rides and food court at 6:00 p.m., giving families a chance to unwind by the bay as the sun sets. On Saturday and Sunday, the festival grounds open early with!-->…
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Celebrate Celtic Culture at the Long Island Celtic Festival & Highland Games on August 23
Hosted on the historic estate grounds of Old Westbury Gardens, the festival transforms the manicured gardens and sprawling green spaces into a Celtic village, complete with pipe and drum performances, folk musicians, and food truck fare!-->…
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Seafood, Sustainability & Summer Fun: Long Island Seafood Festival Returns August 23–24
Visitors enjoy fresh seafood, waterfront views, and live music at the Long Island Maritime Museum during the annual Seafood Festival in West Sayville, a beloved summer tradition celebrating Long Island’s maritime roots. File photo:!-->…
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Long Island Emerges as National Leader in USPS Delivery Efficiency Following Major Facility Upgrades
A customer enters a USPS location in Long Island which has recently become a national leader in mail delivery speed and efficiency, following major infrastructure upgrades at postal facilities in Huntington Station and Hicksville. These!-->…
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Your Ultimate Long Island Weekender: Things to Do Saturday, July 26 & Sunday, July 27; Here’s…
Nothing says summer on Long Island like laughter, sunshine, and the simple joy of a weekend well spent. From beachside concerts to local fairs and frozen treats by the shore, this weekend is all about making memories that feel as sweet as!-->…
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POLL: Staggering 71% of Long Islanders Say Affordability Is the Worst Part of Living Here
A man holds a cardboard sign while sitting near a highway offramp - a visual reminder of the growing economic hardship many New York residents face, as 71% of Long Islanders now say affordability is the region’s most serious problem. File!-->…
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Neil Young to Perform at Jones Beach August 23 as Part of “Love Earth” Tour; Mix of Classic Hits…
Neil Young performing live in Amsterdam during his 2019 tour with Promise of the Real. The music legend is scheduled to appear at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on August 23, 2025, as part of his “Love Earth” tour. File photo: Ben!-->…
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Long Island Man Indicted in Manhattan Bomb Plot Involving Rooftops and Subway Tracks
Michael Gann, 55, of Inwood, is seen holding what appear to be improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in one image and allegedly placing an IED on a Manhattan rooftop in another. Federal authorities say Gann built at least seven IEDs using!-->…
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Massapequa Man Scammed Out of $112K in Sophisticated Real Estate Wire Fraud Scheme
According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams, which include real estate wire fraud, resulted in over $2.7 billion in reported losses in 2022 alone. Real estate closings are a frequent!-->…
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Real World Underground ‘Fight Club’ in Shirley Broken Up by Suffolk Police After Gunfire…
A stock image representing the kind of underground, bare-knuckle fight culture that police say fueled the recent illegal “Fight Night” gathering in Shirley, Long Island. The event, broken up by authorities, drew dozens of teens and young!-->…
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Summer Heats Up at Jones Beach Theater as Major Acts Roll In
An elevated view of the iconic Jones Beach Theater captures the venue’s unique waterfront setting with the New York City skyline visible in the distance. The open-air amphitheater, surrounded by tranquil bay waters, sits quietly before!-->…
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Immigration Detainer Lodged Against MS-13 Gang Member Convicted in Brutal Attack at Pilgrim Psych…
On July 18, 2025, Yeison “Yerba” Chavez Campos, 23, of Huntington Station, was convicted of Gang Assault in the First Degree, Kidnapping in the Second Degree and other related charges after a jury trial, for his role in a January 6, 2024!-->…
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Ten Indicted in Major Cocaine Trafficking Operation That Turned Suffolk County Home Into Open-Air…
Pictured: The residence on Brown Street in Riverside, Long Island, where authorities allege an open-air drug market operated daily. Investigators say the property served as a central hub for street-level cocaine sales and was under!-->…
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Your Ultimate Long Island Weekender: Things to Do July 19–20, 2025; Summer Vibes Are In Full Swing…
Smiles, sunshine, and nonstop summer vibes - Long Island is serving up another unforgettable weekend packed with festivals, music, and memory-making moments! Use the event list below to map out your plans, and don’t forget to check the!-->…
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High-Tech Robotic Dog Now Patrolling Long Island Construction Sites in Push Toward Automation and…
Spot is a four-legged robotic platform developed by Boston Dynamics. It’s designed to autonomously navigate complex environments like construction sites, gathering visual and spatial data. Spot is being used to enhance existing workflows,!-->…
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$9.5 Million in Federal Funds Awarded to Long Island Airports for Safety and Infrastructure Upgrades
Republic Airport, located in East Farmingdale in Suffolk County, is one of Long Island’s most important aviation hubs for general aviation, charter flights, and flight training. Unlike commercial airports such as MacArthur, Republic serves!-->…
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Nurse Injured in Nassau University Hospital Bathroom Attack; Hempstead Man Arrested
The incident occurred around 3:00 a.m. at the Nassau University Medical Center, on Hempstead Turnpike. Officers from the Second Precinct, who were present in the hospital on an unrelated matter, responded immediately and took the suspect!-->…
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Pharma Insider Speaks Freely in O’Keefe’s Latest Undercover Sting; “None Of That Stuff Was Safe And…
Johnson & Johnson was one of the major pharmaceutical companies involved in the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Its vaccine, developed by Janssen Pharmaceuticals (a J&J subsidiary), was granted Emergency Use Authorization!-->…
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Bay Shore Man Indicted on Sex Trafficking Charges Following Multi-Agency Investigation
Daniel Soto, 37, of Bay Shore, was indicted for Sex Trafficking and other related charges, for allegedly using violence, drugs, and manipulation to induce a victim to engage in commercial sex for his profit. Soto is also facing separate!-->…
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Nassau County Posts 173 First-Time Foreclosure Filings in Q2 – 31% Spike Makes It the Busiest…
These figures are particularly concerning for Nassau, a county that traditionally sees less volatility in housing distress compared to its urban neighbors. Analysts suggest the increase may be driven by a combination of factors, including!-->…
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George Santos to Begin 87-Month Prison Term for Fraud, Identity Theft; To Surrender By July 25;…
Former U.S. Congressman George Santos, 36, is required to surrender to federal authorities by July 25. He will also serve two years of supervised release upon completing his sentence. In addition to prison time, the court ordered Santos to!-->…
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MacArthur and LaGuardia Airports Land Spots on Washington Post’s Top 50 List; Macarthur Highest…
MacArthur Airport, operated by the Town of Islip, was the highest-ranked airport in New York State and the only one from Long Island to make the list. Known for its ease of navigation and lack of congestion compared to larger metropolitan!-->…
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Scoop by Scoop: Long Island Ice Cream Tour Celebrates 15 Sweet Years This Summer; East – July…
The grassroots ice cream crawl, created in 2011 by co-founders Jeff Noreman and Derek Steen, showcases the best homemade ice cream and gelato from family-owned shops across the Island. Each stop features homemade, small-batch ice cream,!-->…
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Four Connecticut Men Rescued After Clinging to Capsized Boat for an Hour in Long Island Sound
The group had departed from Stratford, Connecticut, aboard a 20-foot center console powerboat when the vessel capsized shortly before midnight. By 12:07 a.m., police were notified of a possible distress situation. An aerial shot of the in!-->…
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Suffolk County Issues Urgent Warning After Deadly Overdoses Linked to Fentanyl-Laced Drugs in Coram
National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day with Facing Fentanyl, a group made up of families who lost loved ones to fentanyl poisoning. Distribution of Kloxxado. New York, NY USA - August 21 2023. File photo: Diane Bondareff, licensed.!-->…
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Riverhead Gears Up for Long Island’s “Alive on 25” Summer Block Party, Vibrant Weekend July 18 and…
The iconic Big Duck, a giant white duck-shaped building located near Riverhead, New York. This historic roadside attraction stands out with its bright white exterior, yellow beak, and black glass eyes that once doubled as windows.!-->…
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Your Ultimate Long Island Weekender: Things to Do July 12–13, 2025; Summer In Full Swing, Packed…
From the lively boardwalk in Long Beach to the tranquil sunflower fields on the North Fork, July 12th and 13th promise a vibrant mix of culture, entertainment, food, and sunshine. We've combed through dozens of listings to bring you the!-->…
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Biden’s Doctor Pleads the Fifth Amid Cognitive Investigation; Declines to Answer Questions, What Is…
The inquiry is part of a broader effort by House Republicans to determine whether the public has been misled about President Joe Biden’s ability to fulfill the duties of the presidency. File photo: Chip Somodevilla, licensed.
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New York to Begin Mailing Out ‘Inflation Refund’ Checks — But Don’t Expect Much Relief
Hochul said the checks are designed to offer “immediate relief for working and middle-class families,” especially those who’ve felt squeezed by rising costs at the pump, grocery store, and utility counter. But for many New Yorkers, the!-->…
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Long Island’s Taglio Pizza Named One of Top 100 Pizzerias in the World; #3 In the United…
Taglio specializes in pizza al taglio, a Roman-style pizza served by the slice and baked in rectangular blue-steel pans. The dough undergoes a 72-hour fermentation process, resulting in a light and crispy base that supports unique toppings!-->…
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