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Mar 1, 2026

Mastic Beach Singer-Songwriter Debuts New Album

I’m very much an in-the-moment kind of person.

Mar 1, 2026

Blood Moon To Glow Over Long Island

Early risers will witness Wednesday’s lunar eclipse.

Feb 28, 2026

Helping Hands: Library Starts Spring Drive

Library steps up to meet community needs.

Feb 27, 2026

Hostage Recounts 738 Days In Hamas Captivity

Yosef Chaim Ohana, free after 738 days.

Feb 27, 2026

The Lunchbox of Champions

School lunchboxes not the place for adult beverages.

Feb 27, 2026

Veteran Speaks On War’s Moral Weight And Lasting Cost

Vietnam veteran Mike Williams discusses the humanity of war.

Feb 27, 2026

Blakeman Vows To Scrap CLCPA, Slash Utility Bills

Energy costs skyrocketing, Blakeman says he’ll cut them in half.

Feb 27, 2026

Yes, We Are Rebuilding: Our Answer To The Community

Romaine says Yes to rebuilding the Stump Pond Dam.

Feb 27, 2026

Community Rallies For Liv’s Lifesaving Fight

Join in the fight to save Liv’s life.

Feb 27, 2026

Bonner Honored as St. Patrick’s Grand Marshal

Councilwoman Jane Bonner was formally honored as Grand Marshal of the 74th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade during the Friends of St. Patrick Dinner Dance in Mount Sinai.

Feb 25, 2026

All Kids Fair Returns to Melville April 19

The popular All Kids Fair will return to Melville this spring, marking its 15th year of bringing fun and family-friendly resources together under one roof.

Feb 24, 2026

Letter to the Editor

It was a bad blizzard, but Long Island did okay.

Feb 24, 2026

Medicaid Income and Asset Levels 2026

How do I qualify for Medicaid home health care in New York in 2026?

Feb 24, 2026

Supreme Court Ties President’s Trade Hands

Supreme Court wades into the White House.

Feb 23, 2026

Ice Harvesting: A Frozen Piece of History

Ice was big business back in the days before refrigeration.

Feb 23, 2026

Blizzard Shatters Snowfall Record, Winds Top Hurricane Force

Record storm adds to snow grief.

Feb 23, 2026

The Devaluation of the Dollar

The dollar melts while gold shines.

Feb 23, 2026

Spring Egg Hunt, Makers Fest in Blue Point

Families across the South Shore will have a chance to welcome spring with a full day of festivities when St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church hosts its Springtime Egg Hunt & Makers Festival on Saturday, March 28

Feb 23, 2026

Governor Signs Historic Medical Aid in Dying Law

People will have the right to end their lives under New York law signed by the governor.

Feb 23, 2026

Friendship, Faith, And Fifty Years With Rev. Jesse Jackson

Words of remembrance for Jesse Jackson

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West Indian Advocacy Group Accuses NYC Officials of Discrimination

The West Indian Semaroon Tribe has launched a legal battle against New York City officials over alleged constitutional violations and discrimination related to cannabis enforcement policies.