Long Island News

The Town of Oyster Bay Zoning Board of Appeals met Thursday in Massapequa to hear resident and developer zoning requests. Key appeals addressed variances for local properties amid growing development pressures.

Winter storms have left Southold Town Beach in Suffolk County severely damaged, with collapsed parking lots and dwindling sand. Town officials are now exploring long-term solutions beyond sand replenishment.

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk starts construction on a new ambulatory surgery center on Main Street in Patchogue with six operating rooms, opening in 2026. This follows the full merger and boosts local surgical access for Suffolk County residents.

Commack School District has closed nine schools since the 1970s due to population decline, but recent efforts show enrollment trends are now stabilizing. Here's what parents need to know.

Camp Rubirosa, the seasonal pop-up from NYC's Rubirosa, opens at 31 Race Lane in East Hampton. Enjoy Tie-Dye pizzas and camp-themed dining through mid-September.

The Macy's at Sunrise Mall in Massapequa shuts April 11 amid 66 nationwide closures in 2025 and more in 2026. Long Island shoppers face big changes at this 50-year landmark.

Smithtown Town Board greenlights zoning for Beechwood's 288-unit condo project on 71 acres. Groundbreaking nears for $220M development with affordable homes and resort amenities.

Hempstead's $42.3 million Alverta B. Gray Schultz Middle School project advances with key bids awarded. Completion set for 2027-28 school year.

Port Jefferson Rotary Club's 9th Annual Putt and Pub Crawl starts noon tomorrow, March 7, in downtown Port Jefferson. Putt 9 holes through village spots with food, drinks, and fun for a good cause.

Suffolk County towns, including those near Commack, propose 2026 budgets piercing the 2% tax cap. Residents watch closely as Smithtown eyes 9-10.7% hikes amid inflation pressures.

Port Jefferson Station sees vandalism, a violent robbery arrest, and ongoing arson investigations by Suffolk Police. Stay informed on local safety with LI Daily's weekly update.

Farmingdale Union Free School District ranks #377 out of 1,015 in New York, earning an A from Niche. Albany Avenue Elementary stands out at #255 among NY elementaries.

Peconic Equities kicks off $15M renovation at 303 Sunnyside Blvd in Plainview, turning a 1970s industrial site into a tech hub. Work modernizes facade, adds plaza, and boosts LIE visibility for businesses.

Farmingdale State College advances Long Island health via top nursing programs at Broad Hollow Biosciences Park. 98% NCLEX pass rate powers local wellness.

The Central Pine Barrens Commission meets March 18 in Farmingville to discuss land preservation and wildfire management. Here's what's on the agenda for Long Island's critical ecosystem.

SCWA released its Final Scope for the 12-mile North Fork pipeline, with Draft EIS due soon. The $35M project faces lawsuits and community opposition in Southold and Riverhead.

Levittown drivers face ongoing road closures on Hempstead Turnpike and Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway following recent fatal crashes. Expect heavy delays near local spots like Bethpage State Parkway.