Long Island News

Fresh 2026 Niche rankings spotlight East Hampton, Sag Harbor, and Southampton school districts in the Hamptons. See how they compare in Suffolk County and statewide.

The Amazon Fresh at 50 Manetto Hill Rd in Plainview shut its doors Sept. 28, 2025, just months after its October 2024 debut. This closure signals Amazon's full retreat from physical grocery stores nationwide by Feb. 1, 2026.

A tragic murder-suicide on Wyoming Court in Syosset killed five family members over an inheritance dispute. Police also report a DWI arrest with a gun and cocaine on the LIE near Syosset.

Levittown families worry about bacteria in Nassau beach waters as Point Lookout and Lido beaches prep for May 23, 2026 opening. Recent reports show 72% of Long Island Sound beaches earned A or B grades in 2024.

Suffolk police arrested a woman Monday for a theft rampage targeting businesses and cars in Shirley and Mastic. The spree has residents and shop owners on high alert for more crime prevention tips.

Babylon Town Board voted 4-0 to rescind the bid award for controlled demolition at 361 Eastern Parkway, East Farmingdale, after the owner completed the work. The decision came during the February 25, 2026 meeting at Town Hall.

Wonder's modern food hall at 3170 Long Beach Road in Oceanside features celebrity chefs Bobby Flay and José Andrés. It joins four recent Nassau County spots in Bellmore and Plainview.

Heatherwood Luxury Apartments has broken ground on the $82 million Heritage on Main, a 165-unit mixed-use project at 203-213 East Main St. in downtown Riverhead. The five-story building adds studios, one- and two-bedroom units plus retail and a rooftop terrace over the Peconic River.

Long Island's last Hooters at 25 Smith St. in Farmingdale has shut its doors after 16 years. The closure ends the chain's presence on the Island amid national struggles.

Trader Joe's celebrated its eighth Long Island location on February 16 in Miller Place with Brookhaven Councilwoman Jane Bonner. The 9,200-square-foot store at 300 Route 25A hired over 50 crew members.

Syosset's luxury home market shows 57 properties for sale at a $1.4M median price. Discover hot listings on Split Rock Road and key trends in this Nassau gem.

Step back in time to Long Beach, NY's sandy shores where Lenape tribes once roamed and elephants built the boardwalk. Relive the resort boom that drew 300,000 visitors in its first season.

Hudson Valley Property Group bought a 420-unit Hempstead apartment complex for $107M, planning $23M renovations. Hempstead schools also broke ground on a $42.3M middle school upgrade.

An Oyster Bay woman got 9 years in prison for a $30M fraud scheme that funneled stolen cash to U.S. political campaigns, including a Trump fundraiser. The case exposes risks of foreign money in local elections.

Smithtown residents face big Town Board decisions on traffic changes and more. Public hearings start March 3 at Town Hall on West Main Street.

Port Jefferson's charming shops and eateries face tough times amid broader Long Island economic pressures. From cautious growth forecasts to rising costs, local owners share the real challenges hitting Main Street.

A massive new development project is poised to reshape Suffolk County's waterfront, bringing mixed-use residential, commercial, and public green spaces to Long Island. Here's everything you need to know about this transformative initiative.