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By Brian Re February 08, 2017
Up to 12 inches of snow is expected to drop on Long Island as a significant winter storm approaches the Tri-State area.
By Long Island News & PR February 08, 2017
The American Red Cross urgently needs blood donors to make an appointment to give this winter so that patients can continue to receive lifesaving treatments.
By Long Island News & PR February 08, 2017
Following the discoveries of illegal dumping within several Long Island parks, county legislators approved an initiative that will provide greater citizen involvement in the protection of the county’s public lands.
By Long Island News & PR February 08, 2017
Village of Hempstead Mayor Wayne J. Hall Sr. today announced the success of his signature initiative to facilitate the empowerment of Hempstead residents.
By Long Island News & PR February 08, 2017
Capping off a highly productive first month in Congress, Rep. Tom Suozzi (D - Long Island, Queens) was named Vice-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional “Problem Solvers Caucus.”
By Long Island News & PR February 08, 2017
Governor Cuomo announced a $15 million proposal to accelerate the use of renewable heating and cooling technologies in New York to stimulate the clean energy economy.
By Long Island News & PR February 08, 2017
Assemblywoman Jean-Pierre releases statement on standing up for immigrant rights.
By Long Island News & PR February 08, 2017
Suffolk County Health Commissioner Dr. James Tomarken encourages residents who use tobacco to obtain help in breaking their addiction by signing up for Suffolk County’s “Learn to Be …Tobacco Free” program.
By Long Island News & PR February 08, 2017
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, joined by more than 600 students and supporters, today kicked off the Excelsior Scholarship Campaign.
By Long Island News & PR February 08, 2017
Eliminating methane rules would significantly increase emissions of harmful greenhouse gases – the equivalent of adding 950,000 vehicles to the road.
By Christian Abbatecola February 07, 2017
The NWS predicts a high likelihood for snow on Thursday, which could result in half a foot of accumulation.
By Long Island News & PR February 07, 2017
16 Attorneys General announced the filing of an amicus brief in support of Washington and Minnesota in the federal lawsuit against the Trump Administration’s executive order on immigration.
By Long Island News & PR February 07, 2017
DEC announced that New York has adopted official sea-level rise projections that will help state agencies and coastal communities better plan for the impacts of a changing climate.
By Long Island News & PR February 07, 2017
The guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) with embarked U.S. Coast Guard maritime law enforcement personnel began its support of Oceania Maritime Security Initiative (OMSI) Jan. 31.
By Long Island News & PR February 07, 2017
The Arbor Day Foundation has recognized Suffolk County Community College's Eastern Campus in Riverhead as a 2016 Tree Campus USA.
By Long Island News & PR February 07, 2017
Staller Center for the Arts presents a unique theatrical circus, Cuisine & Confessions, with nine outstanding acrobats combining dance, music, comedy and theater on the Staller Center Main Stage.
By Long Island News & PR February 07, 2017
Long Island Cares, The Harry Chapin Food Bank is on target having achieved its goal of serving 7,000 children through their mobile children's breakfast food trucks in the first year of operation.
By WFSD News February 07, 2017
William Floyd School District adds new and exciting academic opportunities for students in an effort to equip and prepare students for their future.
By Long Island News & PR February 07, 2017
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation – Long Island Region, is proud to offer opportunities for the operation of Softball and Volleyball leagues at state parks.
By Long Island News & PR February 07, 2017
After two rounds of auditions, FREE, in partnership with the BroadHollow Theatre Company, held the finals for the first annual Long Island “Special Needs Got Talent” competition.
Kelly Tenny
Wendy Lau
Brian Re
Chelsea Triola