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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 July 31, 2013
An exhibit on how to get ready for the next massive storm to hit Long Island is presently on display at the Harborfields Public Library.
By Lyndsay McCabe July 30, 2013
This weekend, sixty-four fish were caught off of Montauk, and all were released in order to promote sustainability and awareness of shark species in the area.
By Debbi Spiegel July 30, 2013
Kayaking is a popular activity on Long Island.
By Joe Randazzo July 28, 2013
The bill goes into effect 2014 and this will hinder sales for England, Asia, and Chinatown. This marks the end of shark fin soup in New York state.
By Joe Randazzo July 27, 2013
The Shelter Island town board passes the Dark Skies law by a 3-2 vote. All outdoor lighting on shelter island must be muted between sundown and sunrise.
By Wendy L July 26, 2013
A deadly bacteria has been found in parts of Southampton waters, including Mill Pond in Water Mill and Agawam Lake in Southampton Village. Know what to look out for and the risks blue-green algae poses.
By Joe Randazzo July 25, 2013
John Aldridge went overboard off the coast of Montauk. He used his boots as a floating device in the shark-infested waters for eight hours
By Wendy L July 24, 2013
Heavy rainfall amounts from earlier this week has left several Nassau County beaches closed for precautionary measures. Check here for the latest of what remains closed.
By Nicole Kohn July 22, 2013
Long Island weather... From one extreme to another!
By Sandra Stelmach July 19, 2013
Locals try to beat the heat by turning up their air conditioners but face potential power outages due to the heat.
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.
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