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 Lyndsay McCabe June 15, 2013
A 4-foot long alligator was spotted in the Peconic River on Sunday and Wednesday. Wildlife specialists have left bait to keep the gator in the area so that it can be caught.
By Debbi Spiegel June 14, 2013
Get the family outside for a night of stargazing, marshmallow roasting and all around fun.
By Wendy L June 13, 2013
Heavy rainfall amounts and flooding can mean certain Nassau County beaches are at risk of another closure this week. The health department issues closures as a precautionary measures against the spike in bacteria in the ...
By Cait Russell June 12, 2013
For the second time this week, Long Island has been issued a Flood Watch by the National Weather Service.
By Joe Randazzo June 12, 2013
The West Shore Road and Long Beach Boardwalk are two major repairs following Sandy in the midst of being completed.
By Joe Randazzo June 11, 2013
A study ordered by Michael Bloomberg shows we're in for a warmer climate change.
By Cait Russell June 10, 2013
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Long Island through tomorrow morning in response to the heavy rains expected later this afternoon.
By Joe Randazzo June 09, 2013
Homeowners have a very expensive choice on their hands.
By Chris Casey June 08, 2013
Local filmmaker Chris Casey is looking to create a documentary about Long Island's pollution problem with the support of the local community.
By Cait Russell June 07, 2013
Heavy rains caused by Tropical Storm Andrea have prompted the National Weather Service to issue numerous warnings, watches, and advisories for Long Island.
By Wendy L June 07, 2013
A dolphin weighing 600-pounds is rescued from a sandbar near Jones Beach and is recovering. Two weeks earlier, another dolphin was rescued from the Hudson River, but died.
By Joe Randazzo June 06, 2013
Rainfall is predicted to start after midnight tonight.
By Joe Randazzo June 02, 2013
Two employees in the Mangano administration are being honored by the New York State Professional Engineering Society.
By Lyndsay McCabe June 02, 2013
NOAA is predicting an "active or extremely active" hurricane season for the East Coast, so county executives are stepping out to get Long Islanders to prepare for the long haul, with a summer that can ...
By Joe Randazzo June 01, 2013
Seven months later, Hurricane Sandy has brought one more plight.
By Lyndsay McCabe June 01, 2013
More lifeguards will be hired this summer so that beaches and pools will open earlier and close later, giving more time for Long Islanders to cool off and enjoy summer.
By Joe Randazzo May 29, 2013
An emu escaped from its Lindenhurst home and was killed during Suffolk County Police's attempt to rescue the 250 pound bird.
By Joe Randazzo May 29, 2013
The President returns to the Shore to see how far the restoration process has come.
By Joe Randazzo May 24, 2013
Coney Island's New York Aquarium is up and running again.
By Michael Patrick May 22, 2013
Encountering Nature – and Death -- At The Old Inlet Breach.