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 November 08, 2016
Start of work to connect homes with PFOS-contaminated private wells to the municipal water system in Westhampton Beach begins.
By Long Island News & PR November 08, 2016
The U.S. Small Business Administration is reminding businesses, nonprofit organizations, homeowners and renters, that the deadline to submit an SBA disaster loan application for losses caused by Hurricane Sandy is Dec. 1, 2016.
By Long Island News & PR November 02, 2016
Nitrogen oxide emissions contribute to the formation of ground-level ozone, the principle component of smog.
By Long Island News & PR November 02, 2016
October 30-November 5 will mark Winter Weather Awareness Week in NY and DHSES says now is the time to ensure that your family, business and vehicles are prepared.
By Brian Re November 01, 2016
A variety of family fun and holiday events ensure that every day this November will be packed with entertainment for all ages here on Long Island!
By Long Island News & PR October 31, 2016
The construction phase of a multi-faceted saltmarsh resiliency project will begin at Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) on Tuesday, November 1, 2016.
By Long Island News & PR October 31, 2016
As the fourth anniversary of Superstorm Sandy nears, PSEG Long Island continues to make significant improvements to better serve its customers.
By Long Island News & PR October 31, 2016
Public health, environmental, justice, and labor groups issuing a call to Governor Andrew Cuomo to finally enact and fully fund the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) of 2006.
By Kelly Tenny October 29, 2016
Make this Halloween extra scary by sharing one of the stories about real haunts on L.I.!
By Long Island News & PR October 28, 2016
AccuWeather reports the Eastern Hemisphere is in for a treat this Halloween weekend as a rare Black Moon will rise in the sky.
By Long Island News & PR October 28, 2016
DEC urge outdoor adventurers to suspend exploration of cave and mine sites that may serve as homes for bat hibernations.
By Long Island News & PR October 28, 2016
Governor Cuomo announced the collection of more than 105,000 pounds of pesticides and other potentially hazardous chemicals during two recent CleanSweepNY collection events.
By Long Island News & PR October 27, 2016
Plans to conduct a controlled, prescribed burn between October 25 – November 30, 2016 at the Sayville Unit of Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge announced.
By Long Island News & PR October 21, 2016
Flows are being increased due to this weekend's anticipated rainfall and its effect on reservoir water levels.
By Long Island News & PR October 21, 2016
Over 900 students and teachers from eighteen different schools grades three through twelve will join natural resource experts to engage in hands-on citizen science exploration.
By Long Island News & PR October 17, 2016
On Thursday, October 13th, people packed into the Yes We Can Community Center for a town hall convened by New York Renews.
By Long Island News & PR October 14, 2016
Beginning October 16, drivers are allowed to install snow tires with metal studs. By law, these tires can be used in New York State only from October 16 through April 30.
By Long Island News & PR October 14, 2016
The Arbor Day Planning Committee is accepting original art and photography submissions to be selected as the New York State Arbor Day Poster.
By Long Island News & PR October 14, 2016
Today, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries) finalized new policies that stand to jeopardize fisheries management in the U.S.
By Long Island News & PR October 12, 2016
The public is invited to comment on a proposed remedy to address contamination related to the 230 Duffy Avenue Site #C130141 (Hicksville, Nassau County).