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 Long Island News & PR January 19, 2017
The Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA), is a non-native, invasive aphid-like insect that infests Eastern Hemlocks throughout New York State, and across most of the eastern US.
By Long Island News & PR January 18, 2017
Leg. Hahn to serve as Chairperson of two major committees for 2017: the Legislature’s Environment, Planning & Agriculture and Parks & Recreation committees.
By Long Island News & PR January 18, 2017
If you are interested in renting one of the 12 reservable picnic pavilions on a weekend or holiday, registration will be held on a first come, first serve basis on March 4, 2017.
By Long Island News & PR January 17, 2017
NYS Assemblyman Steve Englebright (D-Setauket) is the 2016 recipient of the distinguished Nelson A. Rockefeller Award.
By Long Island News & PR January 17, 2017
The Governor's 2017 agenda is a bold, comprehensive set of proposals that aim to drive economic growth, strengthen the middle class, bolster the state’s vital infrastructure and create a more sustainable environment.
By Long Island News & PR January 13, 2017
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency affirmed that automakers can and must make cars and trucks more efficient.
By Long Island News & PR January 13, 2017
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman issued a statement on Fiat Chrysler.
By Long Island News & PR January 13, 2017
Oak wilt, a deadly fungal disease for oak trees was discovered in six new locations in New York last year.
By Long Island News & PR January 12, 2017
In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, entrance into National Park Service sites across the country on Monday, January 16, 2017 will be free!
By Long Island News & PR January 12, 2017
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 01-03 (ISLIP) is offering the original Coast Guard “About Boating Safely” Course.
By Long Island News & PR January 11, 2017
VW to pay $2.8 billion criminal fine in guilty plea and $1.5 billion settlement of civil environmental, customs and financial violations.
By Long Island News & PR January 11, 2017
Governor Cuomo announced to a Long Island audience that New York is committed to building 2,400 megawatts of offshore wind power by 2030 – enough to power 1.25 million homes.
By Long Island News & PR January 10, 2017
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today called on the Long Island Power Authority to approve a 90 megawatt offshore wind project 30 miles southeast of Montauk.
By Long Island News & PR January 10, 2017
Animal rescued group takes on dogs being left out in the cold.
By Long Island News & PR January 09, 2017
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the closure of the Indian Point Energy Center by April 2021.
By Long Island News & PR January 09, 2017
Adverse weather conditions combined with a winter storm warning require action from pet owners.
By Long Island News & PR January 08, 2017
Nassau County SPCA again urges pet owners to keep their families and pets safe during winter storm.
By Long Island News & PR January 08, 2017
Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter has announced that a State of Emergency has been declared in Islip.
By Brian Re January 07, 2017
6-12 inches of snow will fall on Long Island today, with portions of eastern Long Island experiencing the highest accumulation.
By Kelly Tenny January 07, 2017
Get a look at Long Island aquatic animal life during a seal walk, hike or cruise this winter!