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 May 20, 2015
As the summer season kicks off Memorial Day weekend with the Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach and the opening of the swimming season this weekend, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and ...
By Long Island News & PR May 20, 2015
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is now accepting public comments through June 29 on three regulatory proposals for hunting and trapping of wild turkey, deer and fisher, Commissioner Joe Martens announced ...
By Long Island News & PR May 20, 2015
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today announced a new pamphlet released by his office aimed at helping consumers choose personal care products that do not contain this known form of plastic pollution.
By Long Island News & PR May 19, 2015
The Public Information Office reports the details of an animal rescue that occurred on Friday May 15, 2015 in Wantagh.
By Long Island News & PR May 18, 2015
At the May 12 General Meeting of the Suffolk County Legislature, IR 1272-2015, Creating an Educational Agriculture Support Initiative (EASI) Pilot Program, sponsored by Legislator Sarah Anker, was unanimously passed. The program will provide support ...
By Long Island News & PR May 14, 2015
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that New York State has extended the ban on residential brush burning until May 21 due to continued dry conditions across the state.
By Cait Russell May 10, 2015
Looking for the best fun happening Memorial Day Weekend 2015? We've got you covered with the scoop on fireworks, festivals, the Air Show, & More!
By Long Island News & PR May 06, 2015
With a coyote sighting in New York City last week, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and the Nassau SPCA today issued the following safety and behavior tips for residents in the event coyotes reach ...
By Cait Russell May 01, 2015
As the temperatures rise, the fun is really starting to heat up here on Long Island! Get the scoop on all the best fun happening across LI this May right here!
By Long Island News & PR April 28, 2015
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that state buildings will participate in the New York State Lights Out Initiative, joining the Audubon Society in the charge to reduce sources of light pollution that disrupt and ...
By Long Island News & PR April 23, 2015
On April 18, 2015, Legislator Sarah Anker joined members of the Mount Sinai Harbor Advisory Committee and local volunteers for the William Waltz Annual Cedar Beach Cleanup.
By Long Island News & PR April 22, 2015
Another Alligator Spotted in Suffolk County.
By Allison Gayne April 17, 2015
Smithtown West High School Junior Rachel Gladstone is organizing the first Sunken Meadow Recycling Project 5K Race and Half Mile Fun Run as part of her Girl Scout Gold Award.
By Long Island News & PR April 16, 2015
Crews arrive from New Hampshire, Maine and Nova Scotia.
By Long Island News & PR April 15, 2015
The NYS DEC today reminded anglers of the new striped bass limits, effective today, to comply with the Atlantic States Marine Fishery Commission's mandated 25-percent harvest reduction.
By Long Island News & PR April 09, 2015
The NYS DEC today issued guidance on preventing conflicts with coyotes.
By Long Island News & PR April 09, 2015
Eighteen parks across Long Island will hold volunteer events as part of the fourth annual I Love My Park Day on Saturday, May 2nd.
By Amy Gernon April 07, 2015
Look Up at the Sky Day and the annual Lyrid Meteor Shower are coming up this month--get ready to do some stargazing!
By Cait Russell March 31, 2015
Spring into Fun this April with Festivals, Carnivals, Easter Brunches and more this April!
By Marisa Spano March 29, 2015
Spring is here, which means its time to start thinking about heading to the beach! Check out these fun ways to make the most out of the beach this Spring!