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By Long Island News & PR April 21, 2016
Long Island Hurricanes Youth Mountain Bike Programs competed in this season’s first race this past weekend.
By Long Island News & PR April 21, 2016
In the wake of the recent devastating earthquakes in Ecuador and Japan, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today encouraged New Yorkers to donate to reputable organizations assisting in relief efforts and to avoid scams seeking to ...
By Legislator Anker's Office April 21, 2016
Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker has proposed acquiring the blighted Kmart property in Middle Island, located on Middle Country Road across from Artist Lake, to create a community park with athletic fields.
By Long Island News & PR April 21, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the next phase of the $40 million NY Prize microgrid competition which seeks to modernize New York State’s electric grid, help communities reduce costs, and promote clean energy.
By Don Miller April 20, 2016
On Saturday, April 16, 2016, WABC-TV aired a special entitled, “PROTECT OUR CHILDREN: COPING, STRESS, & MOVING FORWARD” at 7 p.m., EDT. (Also re-run on Sunday, April 17 at 5:30 a.m.).
By Long Island News & PR April 20, 2016
The ASPCA pledged $5,000 and a Minnesota business added $1,000 to the reward offered by Suffolk County SPCA bringing the reward to $8,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction of the individual(s) responsible ...
By Long Island News & PR April 20, 2016
Red flag fire warnings have been issued in several parts of New York State due to dry conditions and rising temperatures, the Department of Environmental Conservation announced today.
By Long Island News & PR April 20, 2016
If you’re looking for live musical theatre right in your own back yard Stony Brook Village is the place to be. “The Mickey Rooney Story,” opening May 4 at WMHO’s Educational & Cultural Center, will ...
By Long Island News & PR April 20, 2016
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and children from the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County (UCP) today announced plans for the 2016 Nassau County Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged, which takes ...
By Long Island News & PR April 20, 2016
Suffolk County Legislator Tom Barraga (R-West Islip) recently met with Ted and his spouse Mary, to present Ted with a Proclamation honoring him for his military service.
By Don Miller April 20, 2016
NBTY, a global manufacturer, marketer, distributor and retailer of market-leading vitamins, supplements, and sports and active nutrition products, has provided $20,000 in support of Island Harvest Food Bank’s “Students Feeding Students” challenge.
By Long Island News & PR April 20, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and Senator Charles E. Schumer today announced the expansion of a successful sleep apnea testing program for MTA employees.
By Long Island News & PR April 20, 2016
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced $1.8 million in Conservation Partnership Program grants for 55 nonprofit land trusts across the State. Representatives of the DEC and the Land Trust Alliance ...
By Long Island News & PR April 20, 2016
Today, Kaminsky 2016 announced the support of President Barack Obama. A robocall featuring the President’s support was released by the campaign on Monday night.
By Long Island News & PR April 19, 2016
The Missing Persons Squad is investigating a Missing Juvenile that occurred on Monday, April 18, 2016 at 10:00 am in North Bellmore.
By Long Island News & PR April 19, 2016
Sickweather is prepared to help New Yorkers stay healthy this Spring with local Sickweather forecast.
By Long Island News & PR April 19, 2016
The Suffolk County Police Department has issued a Silver Alert for a missing Center Moriches man who suffers from dementia.
By Long Island News & PR April 19, 2016
QuickChek, a market leader in food services dedicated to serving its communities, has been named a sponsor of the 6th Precinct Cops Who Care charity bicycling tour to raise funds for local military veterans.
By Long Island News & PR April 19, 2016
Suffolk County Community College students Amie Bernstein and Elisandra Fini have been named one of the top 20 two-year college students in the nation as a member of the 2016 All-USA Community College Academic Team.
By Long Island News & PR April 19, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that as part of Earth Week 2016, which takes place this week, numerous family-friendly events are being held to encourage New Yorkers to experience the great outdoors and learn ...