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 August 02, 2016
New York State Public Service Commission's approval of New York’s Clean Energy Standard - most comprehensive and ambitious clean energy mandate in the state's history.
By Cait Russell July 31, 2016
Between Long Island's outdoor concerts, main street festivals, and farmers markets, this August has no shortage of activities for all ages!
By Long Island News & PR July 29, 2016
Due to current heavy rain it is not expected to open tomorrow.
By Long Island News & PR July 29, 2016
Due to the heavy rainfall on Friday, July 29, 2016, the Suffolk County Department of Health Services has issued an advisory against bathing at 62 beaches.
By Long Island News & PR July 28, 2016
Lake Ronkonkoma Beach, in the town of Islip, and Benjamin Beach in Bay Shore are closed to bathing due to the finding of bacterial levels in excess of acceptable criteria.
By Long Island News & PR July 28, 2016
DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced the adoption of regulations for the Atlantic Ocean surfclam fishery.
By Christian Abbatecola July 28, 2016
The Perseids are set to peak between August 11th and August 12th this year.
By Long Island News & PR July 28, 2016
Swimming is currently closed at Zach’s Bay located within Jones Beach State Park.
By Long Island News & PR July 27, 2016
Press conference today to to discuss an increase in heat related illnesses at the hospital this week due to the higher temperature.
By Long Island News & PR July 27, 2016
The Citizen Pool Survey takes place this time of year when ALBs are expected to become adults, emerge from the trees they are infesting and become active outside those trees.
By Long Island News & PR July 27, 2016
The weather for the next few days calls for hot and humid temperatures.
By Long Island News & PR July 27, 2016
Lake Ronkonkoma Beach, in the town of Islip, and Tanner Park Beach in Copiague are closed to bathing.
By Long Island News & PR July 26, 2016
The best defense during the heat wave is prevention.
By Long Island News & PR July 26, 2016
The extended hours will begin today and continue through Thursday, July 28.
By Long Island News & PR July 26, 2016
Governor Cuomo today directed the New York State Department of Public Service to take immediate steps to lower statewide energy usage due to weather predictions.
By Christian Abbatecola July 25, 2016
A thunderstorm watch has been placed in addition to the running heat advisory.
By Long Island News & PR July 25, 2016
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory, which is in effect from 11 am to 6 pm EDT on Monday. Pets should be kept indoors during this time.
By Long Island News & PR July 24, 2016
NYSDOH is urging New Yorkers to take precautions against excessive heat and high temperatures this weekend by going to cooling centers around the state.
By Long Island News & PR July 22, 2016
Recent sampling performed by SUNY Stony Brook has confirmed new cyanobacteria blooms in Sagaponack Pond, Kellis Pond and Stony Brook Duck Pond.
By Long Island News & PR July 22, 2016
US EPA has identified two chemicals known as PFOS (perfluorooctane sulfonate) and PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid) as emerging contaminants.