From reviews and recommendations of the best parks on Long Island to visit, to insights about the local eco-system and local forecast updates, we've got what you'll want to know about nature, local environmentental issues, and Long Island weather right here.
By Joe Randazzo May 14, 2013
Workshops for Sandy relief are being held in Lowes and Home Depot from May 16 to the 21.
By Lyndsay McCabe May 13, 2013
Since noise guns and dogs have not worked to rid North Hempstead of Canada geese, the town is moving to have the local geese population euthanized and the birds' meat sent to local pantries.
By Lyndsay McCabe May 12, 2013
The Southold Town Board has proposed zoning Plum Island into a research district and a conservation district to prevent development after the animal-disease laboratory is shut down.
By Lyndsay McCabe May 12, 2013
The moratorium on applications and permits for wind turbines in Huntington has been extended until December while the board decides on regulation of key aspects of wind turbines, including the permissible size, height, and noise ...
By Vickie Moller May 09, 2013
Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell announced Tuesday in a news release that $475.25 million in relief funding is being made available for 234 rebuilding projects along the Eastern Seaboard following Superstorm Sandy.
By Debbi Spiegel May 08, 2013
May is Skin Cancer and Melanoma Awareness Month.
By Wendy L May 08, 2013
Before heading out to the nurseries, know which flowers to avoid. One of the more popular and affordable selections for home gardeners is doomed by a mold known as downey mildew.
By Wendy L May 05, 2013
Bamboo plants may offer beauty, but also many problems if not managed properly. Malverne jumps on the band wagon to ban bamboo planting outdoors.
By Vickie Moller May 02, 2013
Sustainable Long Island, a non-profit organization that has been working toward economic development, environmental health and social equity for Long Islanders since 1996, has just been awarded $130,000 in grant funding from the Unitarian Universalist ...
By Vickie Moller May 02, 2013
Imagine coming home to the overpowering smell of oil in your home every day--for eight years.
By Wendy L May 02, 2013
Whether you're looking to find that perfect Mother's Day gift or outdoor fun the entire family can enjoy this weekend, we have it here with festival, fairs and more!
By Vickie Moller April 30, 2013
Six months after Superstorm Sandy ravaged the East Rockaway Junior/Senior High School, filling it with five feet of water, 1,300 students returned to the renovated building for the first time yesterday.
By Wendy L April 29, 2013
The state is offering a buyout program for homeowners in low-lying flood zone areas impacted by Sandy, but it appears more are looking to rebuild.
By Lyndsay McCabe April 27, 2013
The Suffolk County SPCA received three alligators Saturday at the first Illegal Reptile and Amphibian Amnesty Day in New York State
By Debbi Spiegel April 27, 2013
Spring is a great time to visit with animals and nature.
By Lyndsay McCabe April 26, 2013
The humpback whale that washed ashore on April 17 turns out to be Istar, who has been tracked for most of her life and is a celebrity in the world of marine biology.
By Wendy L April 26, 2013
Turn in your illegal or unpermitted reptile and amphibian with no questions asked this Saturday!
By Debbi Spiegel April 24, 2013
Tree-friendly events happening this weekend.
By Wendy L April 22, 2013
Are your trees, shrubs and grass still lacking green? It may not be a matter of a late Spring bloom...
By Debbi Spiegel April 20, 2013
Celebrate Earth Day 2013 with these freebies.