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Legislator Trotta’s Bill to Ensure Direct Access to Emergency Services via 911 Passes Unanimously

By Long Island News & PRsJuly 31, 2014
Bill ensures that dialing 911 will connect callers to emergency dispatchers.

Summer Just Got Better with Ice Cream that Changes Color with Every Lick

By Wendy LJuly 31, 2014
Ice cream just got better! A Spanish scientist has created ice cream that can change color just by licking it.

LongIsland.com’s 2014 August Family Fun Guide: Concerts, Festivals & Preparing for School!

By Sharon LindellJuly 31, 2014
August is the start of the dog days of summer. It is the hottest time of year and also the time of year where kids are starting to get ready for back to school. But there is ...

Suffolk SPCA: Severely Neglected Dog "Ziggy" Finds Forever Home

By Long Island News & PRsJuly 31, 2014
The Suffolk County SPCA will be holding a Press Conference at the Town of Babylon Animal Shelter on Friday August 1st at 11am to announce that "Ziggy" has found his "forever home" and will be adopted by ...

LI’s Adorable Adoptable Pets: Take Jasmine Home for National Mutt Day

By Lyndsay McCabeJuly 31, 2014
Today is National Mutt Day, so support mixed breeds. Don't shop - Adopt!

Hot Spots: Weekend Watch for Outdoor Sports & Fun and Music Concerts

By Wendy LJuly 31, 2014
From day to night, there's entertainment all weekend long to enjoy on Long Island!

NCPD Scam Alert: Nassau Residents Warned About Residential Distraction Burglaries

By Long Island News & PRsJuly 31, 2014
The Nassau County Police Department is advising residents that individuals are perpetrating a series of burglaries and scams throughout Nassau County.

Governor Cuomo Expands NY Rising Program to Help 6,575 Homeowners Impacted by Extreme Weather Pursue Home Elevations

By Long Island News & PRsJuly 30, 2014
Record Level of Assistance Provided Through Home Elevation Initiative.

Mystery Ship Found under WTC is Traced Back to 1770s

By Wendy LJuly 30, 2014
Four years after a mystery ship was unearthed at the site of the WTC during excavation, there are now answers to its age and origin.

Tasty Tapas Restaurants & Bars to Try

By Kelly TennyJuly 30, 2014
Sick of huge restaurant portions? Why not try a tapas restaurant instead and enjoy many different foods during your meal!

AG Schneiderman Announces Arrest of Two LI Convenience Store Owners and Eight Co-conspirators Alleged to Have Stolen Nearly $1 Million from SNAP

By Long Island News & PRsJuly 30, 2014
Theft Included Emergency Funds Allocated to Help Feed Those Left Hungry By Hurricane Sandy

State Education Department Launches Virtual Learning Initiative Round II

By Long Island News & PRsJuly 30, 2014
$2.4 Million in Federal Race to the Top Funds Will Provide Low-Income Students Better Access to Advanced Placement (AP) Courses.

Seven More Mosquito Samples Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Suffolk

By Long Island News & PRsJuly 30, 2014
Residents urged to eliminate stagnant water near homes.

Adopt Your Best Friend: July 31st is Mutt's Day

By Sharon LindellJuly 30, 2014
A cute dog or cat can make a family or home complete. Instead of buying your friend or new family member, adopt an animal from one of the many animal organizations on the island! Support Long Island ...

Ebola Outbreak a Threat to the U.S.?

By Wendy LJuly 29, 2014
Since March the largest Ebola outbreak in history has infected at least 1,200 people and killed more than 670 of them, including two Americans. What's the chance of it spreading to the U.S.?

Facebook Ending Message Support on Mobile App, Forces Users to Download Separate Messenger App

By Christian AbbatecolaJuly 29, 2014
In a move liable to frustrate many mobile users, Facebook is discontinuing its messaging service through its primary app.

Unconventional Grilling & Cooking Techniques

By Kelly TennyJuly 29, 2014
Learn about new, unconventional ways to cook your favorite grill foods this summer!

Schumer: Over 40k Long Islanders with Disabilities Face Huge Financial Burden

By Long Island News & PRsJuly 29, 2014
Plan Creates Tax-Advantaged Savings Accounts, Like those for College, To Help Parents Better Afford Medical Care, Education, Transportation & Other Services

Efforts Continue to Eradicate Invasive Giant Hogweed Plants

By Long Island News & PRsJuly 28, 2014
DEC Warns New Yorkers to Avoid Giant Hogweed Plants & Report New Locations.

NCPD: Man Found Drowned at Syosset Woodbury Park

By Long Island News & PRsJuly 28, 2014
A Woodbury man was pronounced dead after attempts to resuscitate him failed.
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Christian Abbatecola is a staff writer for LongIsland.com and has previously written for other publications including Best Buy Mobile Magazine. A ...
 
Lyndsay McCabe is a freelance writer and regular contributor to LongIsland.com's News Section. She is a Long Island native who graduated ...
 
Wendy Lau is a native New Yorker. She currently covers the Hot Spots & Night Life section's "Weekly Watch" and "Weekend ...
 
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Legislator Trotta’s Bill to Ensure Direct Access to Emergency Services via 911...

By Long Island News & PRs 6 hours, 38 minutes ago.

Parkway lanes to Henry Hudson Bridge closed Sunday, August 3rd for NYC Triathlon

By Long Island News & PRs 7 hours, 23 minutes ago.

Governor Cuomo Announces Start of New Minimum Wage Policy for Thousands of...

By Long Island News & PRs 7 hours, 32 minutes ago.

Suffolk SPCA: Severely Neglected Dog "Ziggy" Finds Forever Home

By Long Island News & PRs 10 hours, 55 minutes ago.

Aerial Larvicide Spraying in Suffolk July 31

By Long Island News & PRs 13 hours, 47 minutes ago.
 
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