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 Joe Randazzo July 19, 2013
Long Island has been experiencing a relentless heatwave for days on end - prompting officials to issue an Excessive Heat Advisory and Air Quality alert for the area.
By Wendy L July 19, 2013
The heat wave has caused roads on Long Island to buckle. Find out why and if relief is in sight from this hot weather.
By Vickie Moller July 18, 2013
Earlier this month, Congressman Steve Israel called attention to a newly-released National Resources Defense Council report highlighting significant water quality issues at New York beaches and what can be done to mitigate them to ensure ...
By Lyndsay McCabe July 18, 2013
As of Tuesday, homeowners with invasive bamboo that is not contained or stretches within ten feet of the property line will face a $500 per day fine.
By Debbi Spiegel July 16, 2013
There boating options on both the North and South Shores this summer!
By Wendy L July 15, 2013
The heat is on this week with temperatures hitting 90+ degrees for several days straight. Know how to stay cool and safe during this heat wave and find the latest update on public beaches and ...
By Joe Randazzo July 14, 2013
A letter written by Sidonie Fery when she was ten-years-old washed ashore during Hurricane Sandy. She tragically passed away three years earlier.
By Joe Randazzo July 11, 2013
The three men were in possession of 1,500 horseshoe crabs. The legal limit without a permit is five and with one is 30.
By Wendy L July 10, 2013
A dolphin found stranded on Jones Beach appeared ill and kept going into shock while being transported to a rescue center. A necropsy will be performed today.
By Cait Russell July 10, 2013
With numerous thunderstorms and showers expected today, and throughout the week, the National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for LI.
By Joe Randazzo July 09, 2013
You have until July 15 to cast your vote!
By Vickie Moller July 09, 2013
Real estate moguls Donald Monti, founder of Renaissance Downtowns, and Scott Rechler, CEO and chairman of Uniondale-based RXR Realty, are combining their extensive experience and considerable resources to make the vision of revitalizing Long Island's ...
By Debbi Spiegel July 09, 2013
Long Island has many of great beach camping spots.
By Wendy L July 08, 2013
The workweek kicks off with more heat and humidity, but some relief is in sight. Also, find tips and advice on staying cool and safe in such hot weather.
By Lyndsay McCabe July 07, 2013
Liberty Natural Gas has proposed building a liquified natural gas (LNG) port 19 miles south of Jones Beach in an effort to make LNG more available to the public and cut down on energy costs, ...
By Joe Randazzo July 06, 2013
TSA assistance has been extended to August 6, 2013.
By Lyndsay McCabe July 06, 2013
1,000 to 1,200 pounds of dead bluefish have been hauled in from the Shinnecock Bay, but not other fish species is showing signs of a die-off. Stony Brook University researchers are now stepping in to ...
By Vickie Moller July 03, 2013
Due to the unusually heavy rainfall and residual flooding we've been experiencing across Long Island and New York State, park officials are warning boaters that high waters and fast moving rivers and streams may be ...
By Wendy L July 03, 2013
New York City's expanded recycling program mailers end up on Long Island. An effort to reduce waste appears to have created more waste.
By Joe Randazzo July 02, 2013
This week Long Island saw its first coyote and several poisonous Portuguese man-of-wars washed up on our shores.