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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 Christian Abbatecola August 28, 2013
Researchers believe they have discovered the reason hundreds of dolphins have washed up from Long Island down to North Carolina.
By Vickie Moller August 26, 2013
For ten days, firefighters have been struggling to slow the pace of The Rim fire in the Stanislaus National Forest near Yosemite National Park, which, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, ...
By Lyndsay McCabe August 23, 2013
A bill proposed on Thursday will force shops and grocery stores to charge ten cents per plastic or paper bag used for a purchase in an effort to cut down on bag waste.
By Lyndsay McCabe August 21, 2013
Reddish brown algae blooms have taken over much of the bays and estuaries on the east end, and are killing off fish and shellfish in record numbers.
By Debbi Spiegel August 21, 2013
We have the antidote for the “woulda, coulda, shouldas”: the Summer Bucket List.
By Joe Randazzo August 13, 2013
Suffolk County Legislator Rick Montano has devised a resolution to make sure the equestrian haven doesn't become retail space.
By Nicole Kohn August 13, 2013
A Flash Flood Watch and Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for Long Island by the National Weather Service.
By Lyndsay McCabe August 11, 2013
Certain state parks will be open Sunday night into Monday morning for visitors to watch the Perseid meteor shower for free.
By Lyndsay McCabe August 09, 2013
Roxanne, a 9 foot long, 600 pound Risso's dolphin, was rescued in June and the Riverhead Foundation is fundraising in order to afford her release.
By Wendy L August 08, 2013
A recycling center in Lindenhurst is already processing 370 tons of waste on a daily basis. It has now submitted a proposal to triple that amount. Some residents are now opposing it.
By Wendy L August 08, 2013
This weekend is packed with festivals and tournaments on Long Island! Find everything from tuna fishing, tomato taste-offs, craft beer and wine and more!
By Wendy L August 07, 2013
Blue-green algae were detected at Lake Ronkonkoma. After several days of closure, it is now re-open for swimming with the algae level dropped back down to safety standards.
By Debbi Spiegel August 07, 2013
Calling all stargazers!
By Wendy L August 06, 2013
The 40-acre lake has been invaded by an aquatic plant putting its long-term health at risk. Find out what is being done about it and how you can help.
By Debbi Spiegel August 06, 2013
Honor the beacons of light that symbolize safety and security for boats at sea.
By Lyndsay McCabe August 04, 2013
Are there wild turkeys in your neighborhood? Help the DEC by downloading a survey form and tracking the turkey population in your area so that the DEC can predict harvest potential for the fall.
By Joe Randazzo August 03, 2013
This month beached dolphins became an almost daily occurrence. This is an unusually high number as only two washed up on Long Island shores last year.
By Lyndsay McCabe August 03, 2013
The Long Island Native Plant Initiative is a volunteer-driven group that is working to preserve the biodiversity of Long Island by bringing back native plants that are better suited to withstand storms like Hurricane Sandy.
By Wendy L August 02, 2013
More than 86,000 pounds of fluke was harvested illegally by a Long Island fisherman.
By Wendy L July 31, 2013
Mosquito samples taken from Huntington, Greenlawn, Northport, East Northport, Holtsville, Selden, Farmingdale and Aquebogue have tested positive for West Nile Virus. Residents are urged to take caution.
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