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National Grid Employee Linked to Two LI Gas Explosions

By Eric AndersonMarch 09, 2014

An investigation found errors made by a National Grid employee before two gas explosions in 2011 and 2012.

NCPD Arrests One Man for Selling Heroin, Another for Murder

By Christian AbbatecolaMarch 09, 2014

A Bellerose man was arrested after selling heroin to undercover officers on three different occasions, and one suspected subject has been caught for a February murder.

Governor Cuomo Launches New Hunting, Hiking, Fishing and Recreational Projects for the State

By Joe RandazzoMarch 09, 2014

The new outdoor access projects connect hunters, anglers, bird watchers, and outdoor enthusiasts to 380,000 acres of untapped land.

Head to NYC for the 2014 St. Patrick's Day Parade - Tips for a Safe & Fun Trip

By Sandra StelmachMarch 09, 2014

Get the luck of the Irish with New York City’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade!

Celebrate Johnny Appleseed Day on March 11, Really?

By Vickie MollerMarch 09, 2014

Is Johnny Appleseed a fabled character, a myth, a legend? Or did he actually live? If he did live, what exactly did he do?

$2 Million Counterfeiting Operation Brought Down by Nassau County Officials

By Joe RandazzoMarch 08, 2014

DA Rice’s investigation found that millions of dollars were made by a counterfeiting ring that created fake beauty products.

The Truth Behind St. Patrick’s Day Folklore, Traditions, and Symbolism

By Lyndsay McCabeMarch 08, 2014

Why do we put up pictures of three-leaved clovers, or small red-haired men in celebration of Saint Patrick's Day? Find out why in this guide to the folklore, traditions, and symbolism of Saint Paddy's Day.

Honor Your Heritage With a Beautiful Irish Theme Wedding!

By Chelsea TriolaMarch 08, 2014

Need some ideas on a theme for your big day? Check out these elegant Irish theme wedding ideas!

Spring Forward for Daylight Savings: Ways to Make Up for Lost Time

By Sharon LindellMarch 08, 2014

We all enjoyed that extra hour back in the Fall, but now we have to give it back this Spring. Check out how to catch up on lost time for Daylight Savings.

Suspect Wanted for Attack on Gay Couple

By Eric AndersonMarch 08, 2014

Elected officials and volunteers handed out fliers with a sketch of the suspect in Greenwich Village.

Robert Moses State Park Gets $23 Million to Strengthen Shores, Restore Beaches, and Improve Roads

By Christian AbbatecolaMarch 07, 2014

Sands dredged from nearby waterways will be used to fill eroded beaches and build protective dunes along the popular South Shore beach.

FASNY Reminds New Yorkers: Spring Into Safety At Home & At Work

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 07, 2014

Check Your Smoke & CO Detector Batteries When Changing Clocks on Sunday, March 9, 2014.

Shamrock ‘n’ Roll: Where to Hear Irish Music to Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day

By Lyndsay McCabeMarch 07, 2014

Get in the spirit of St. Patrick's Day and check out some of these concerts to enjoy traditional and non-traditional Irish music!

Cutting Sugar Intake in Half Necessary, New Draft Guidelines from WHO

By Wendy LMarch 07, 2014

The next time you think about gulping down a can of soda, sweet beverage or munching away at sugary food, think again! The World Health Organization has new draft guidelines for sugar intake.

AG Schneiderman Releases Top 10 Consumer Frauds Of 2013

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 06, 2014

Internet, Automobile And Credit Issues Were Top Frauds Reported To AG’s Office

Poster Workshop for Kids to Help Protect Beach Nesting Birds

By Stella MillerMarch 06, 2014

Huntington-Oyster Bay Audubon Society will host a poster workshop for kids ages 8 to 18 as part of the “Be a Good Egg Campaign” at the Cold Spring Harbor Library on March 30 at 2pm.

Hot Spots: Weekend Watch for Ringling Bros. Circus, Motown Music, Plays and More

By Wendy LMarch 06, 2014

Long Island is packed with entertainment and fun for the end of the week! Enjoy the circus with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, Disney plays, a Shakespeare play, Motown music and more!

Insurance Agent Pleads Guilty to Stealing Nearly $1 Million From Homeowners, Title Insurance Companies and Taxpayers

By Long Island News & PRsMarch 06, 2014

Timoney, 55, used stolen money to pay child support, pay for personal expenses and maintain his other properties.

Shelter Pet of the Week: Meet Becky

By Lyndsay McCabeMarch 06, 2014

Open your heart and your home this week to a gorgeous beagle mix from Last Chance Animal Rescue (LCAR) named Becky.

Statue of Liberty and Other World Heritage Sites to Be Underwater with Rising Sea Level Threat Due to Global Warming, Study Finds

By Wendy LMarch 06, 2014

The impact of global warming may eventually hit natural and cultural heritage sites like the Statue of Liberty, the Tower of London and the Sydney Opera House -- submerging them underwater, according to a new study.




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	Christian Abbatecola Christian Abbatecola is a staff writer for LongIsland.com and has previously written for other publications including Best Buy Mobile Magazine. A ...

	Vickie Moller Vickie Moller is a professional freelance writer and a regular contributor to LongIsland.com. Her focus is on Long Island’s schools and ...

	Lyn Mccabe 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 Wendy Lau is a native New Yorker. She currently covers the Hot Spots & Night Life section's "Weekly Watch" and "Weekend ...

	Eric Anderson Eric Anderson is a freelance journalist from Babylon, NY. A native Long Islander, Eric graduated from the State University of New ...

	Chelsea Triola Chelsea attended St. Joseph's College with a Major in English and a concentration in Journalism, and plans on returning to her ...

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