Long Island News

The Hamptons luxury real estate market in Suffolk County is booming with Q1 2026 sales up 85.5%. Median prices top $2 million as cash buyers chase trophy homes.

Long Beach Zoning Board voted to rescind its February 26 decision and accept the final Environmental Impact Statement revised February 20. The rehearing is set for March 26 at City Hall.

Construction on One Carleton Green in Central Islip hits key milestones, turning a blighted lot into 96 affordable homes near the LIRR. The $65M project nears half-complete status ahead of 2027 finish.

Brookhaven IDA has finalized incentives for Integrated Structures' $8.375 million expansion at 17 Old Dock Road in Yaphank. The project adds 11 jobs paying $80,000 average.

Town of Oyster Bay Zoning Board of Appeals hearings in Massapequa tackle variances for sheds, additions and pools. Key cases on March 19 include Jonathan Hauser's shed appeal.

Get Charged Fast rolls out fast EV charging at Nassau Mall in Levittown as part of a five-site Long Island expansion. Eight dual-port chargers boost shopping convenience for EV drivers.

Long Beach small businesses are applying for the Level Up LB grant program, offering $10,000 grants and expert help. Hear from applicants and get tips to apply by March 31.

Farmingdale's annual St. Patrick's Day Parade steps off at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 15, from Northside School down Main Street to Village Green. Join Grand Marshal Brian Harty for bagpipers, marchers, and family fun in the Culinary Quarter Mile.

Hampton Avenue in Hampton Bays closes temporarily starting March 9 for Anglian Water utility works. Drivers should plan detours via nearby Montauk Highway.

The Barn has opened on Medford Avenue in Patchogue, restoring the beloved Dairy Barn legacy with specialty lattes and convenience items. Owner Irina Angeliades is expanding the nostalgic chain across Long Island.

Islip saw 12 pending home sales in January 2026 at a median listing price of $614,450, down 10.8% year-over-year. With 41 active listings, buyers have more options near East Islip's hot $1.4M market.

Farmingdale saw violent assaults, deli drug busts, and arrests this week. Nassau Police nabbed suspects after a bar fight dragged an officer and uncovered illegal drugs at local delis.

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.