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 25, 2015
Freeport Village Mayor Robert T. Kennedy will join American Red Cross and Salvation Army Officials at 11:30 am on Tuesday Aug. 25, at 9 North Long Beach Avenue to announce a new state of the ...
By Long Island News & PR August 24, 2015
With the rapid decline of our local pollinators, including monarch butterflies and bees, Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker, with the help of local volunteers, will plant an Educational Agriculture Support Initiative (EASI) pilot garden on ...
By Long Island News & PR August 21, 2015
Suffolk County Health Commissioner Dr. James L. Tomarken announced today that nine mosquito samples and two birds have tested positive for West Nile virus.
By Long Island News & PR August 21, 2015
Great Pond at Peconic Dunes Camp in Peconic is closed due to the finding of bacteria at levels that exceed New York State standards.
By Long Island News & PR August 21, 2015
Governor Cuomo announced that attendance at New York State Park campgrounds is on pace for another record-setting year, and reminded New Yorkers that many of the state’s finest camping facilities are open for fall camping ...
By Long Island News & PR August 18, 2015
Senator Ken LaValle joined other elected officials, environmentalists, and civic leaders to call upon the Army Corp of engineers and the EPA to stop the ill-conceived plan for dumping dredge spoils in the Long Island ...
By Long Island News & PR August 18, 2015
Governor Cuomo announced the creation of “NY Responds” – a comprehensive new approach for coordinating and strengthening the State’s emergency preparedness.
By Long Island News & PR August 18, 2015
In an effort to help Nassau County residents cope with high temperatures and humidity, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano has announced that cooling centers will be open this week with the assistance of our ...
By Long Island News & PR August 12, 2015
Due to the heavy rainfall, the Suffolk County Department of Health Services has issued an advisory against bathing at 64 beaches.
By Long Island News & PR August 12, 2015
Due to heavy rainfall, the Nassau County Department of Health is issuing an advisory against bathing at 19 beaches, effective today, August 11, 2015.
By Long Island News & PR August 11, 2015
If weather permits, the Suffolk County Department of Public Works will treat sections of the following communities as part of its ongoing effort to control adult mosquitoes.
By Lyndsay McCabe August 05, 2015
The fantastic celestial show that is the annual Perseid Meteor Shower will peak next week, so be sure to find a great stargazing spot!
By Long Island News & PR August 05, 2015
The Suffolk County Department of Health Services has confirmed the presence of cyanobacteria (also known as blue-green algae) at McKay Lake in Calverton.
By Long Island News & PR August 04, 2015
Stony Brook and Brookhaven in Suffolk County were some of the worst hit areas. Approximately 700 utility crewmembers are assisting PSEG Long Island with power restoration efforts in Suffolk County.
By Long Island News & PR August 04, 2015
Coal and gas power plants will pollute 32 percent less nationwide and clean energy sources such as solar will meet more of the state’s electricity needs, according to limits on carbon pollution finalized today that ...
By Long Island News & PR July 31, 2015
A stroll in the park. The backyard barbeque. Hiking in the woods. Dusting off the tree swing. Summer outdoor activities offer a prime opportunity to help protect the nation’s hardwoods from a potentially landscape-altering pest, ...
By Long Island News & PR July 30, 2015
Extreme weather in the summer can include soaring temperatures, thunderstorms, and dry conditions. Extreme weather poses serious health risks, causing illnesses, injuries and sometimes death.
By Lyndsay McCabe July 29, 2015
The Earth will be passing through the Perseid meteor shower in the second week of August, so prepare yourself to spot some of the brightest meteors across the night sky!
By Long Island News & PR July 29, 2015
In an effort to help Nassau County residents cope with high temperatures and humidity, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano has announced that cooling centers will be this week with the assistance of our partners ...
By Long Island News & PR July 29, 2015
The weather for the next few days calls for hot and humid temperatures. PSEG Long Island continues to monitor the weather forecast and has enough capacity available to meet the projected service-area peak demand for ...