Female fin whale found dead, decomposed on Long Island beach
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) - A female fin whale has been found dead on a beach on eastern Long Island.
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) - A female fin whale has been found dead on a beach on eastern Long Island.
Another day of problems for MTA railroads
When it comes to commuting, lately it seems like no matter which rail you choose you're in for a nightmare. On the day Gov. Andrew Cuomo declared a state of emergency for the MTA, both the Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Railroad's services went off course, right on cue.
When it comes to commuting, lately it seems like no matter which rail you choose you're in for a nightmare. On the day Gov. Andrew Cuomo declared a state of emergency for the MTA, both the Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Railroad's services went off course, right on cue.
Ex-Long Island officials indicted for conspiracy, fraud
Former Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto and six others were escorted to court in handcuffs after they surrendered to the Nassau County District Attorney's Office Thursday morning.
Former Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto and six others were escorted to court in handcuffs after they surrendered to the Nassau County District Attorney's Office Thursday morning.
Oyster Bay conspiracy and fraud indictments
Former Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto and six others were escorted to court in handcuffs after they surrendered to the Nassau County District Attorney's Office Thursday morning. Aside from Venditto, who was charged last year in the federal corruption case with Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano, others named in the indictment include his former public works and parks commissioners, his campaign manager, an employee with the highway department, and a couple connected to the town. Charges include conspiracy, defrauding the government, and misconduct.
Former Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto and six others were escorted to court in handcuffs after they surrendered to the Nassau County District Attorney's Office Thursday morning. Aside from Venditto, who was charged last year in the federal corruption case with Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano, others named in the indictment include his former public works and parks commissioners, his campaign manager, an employee with the highway department, and a couple connected to the town. Charges include conspiracy, defrauding the government, and misconduct.
Uber, Lyft now available outside NYC
The Uber and Lyft ride-hailing services are up and running in upstate New York and on Long Island.
The Uber and Lyft ride-hailing services are up and running in upstate New York and on Long Island.
Ride sharing apps to become legal in Long Island
Finding a parking spot at one of Long Island's busiest train stations is never easy.
Finding a parking spot at one of Long Island's busiest train stations is never easy.
Suffolk Police demonstrate dangers of fireworks
The Suffolk County Police Department blew up a tool shed in an empty parking lot Tuesday to show how easily something can go wrong when storing or handling fireworks, which are illegal in New York.
The Suffolk County Police Department blew up a tool shed in an empty parking lot Tuesday to show how easily something can go wrong when storing or handling fireworks, which are illegal in New York.
Lawsuit: Drunk woman injured knee during mechanical bull ride
A Long Island woman is suing a Manhattan restaurant after tearing a knee ligament, claiming she was too drunk to ride the eatery's mechanical bull ride.
A Long Island woman is suing a Manhattan restaurant after tearing a knee ligament, claiming she was too drunk to ride the eatery's mechanical bull ride.
NY state parks to allow swimming without lifeguards
The summer is for swimming but is it safe to be in the Long Island Sound without lifeguards?
The summer is for swimming but is it safe to be in the Long Island Sound without lifeguards?
Bloody brawl at graduation event
A graduation event at a Long Island high school descended into an ugly brawl.
A graduation event at a Long Island high school descended into an ugly brawl.
Closer Than You Think: Places to visit in Cold Spring Harbor
Cold Spring Harbor is a hamlet in the Town of Huntington in Suffolk County. It is named after the naturally cold freshwater springs that flow in the area. It has a small beach and all kinds of watersports.
Cold Spring Harbor is a hamlet in the Town of Huntington in Suffolk County. It is named after the naturally cold freshwater springs that flow in the area. It has a small beach and all kinds of watersports.
Where to go in Cold Spring Harbor
Cold Spring Harbor is a hamlet in the Town of Huntington in Suffolk County. It is named after the naturally cold freshwater springs that flow in the area. It has a small beach and all kinds of watersports. In the mid-1800s it rose to prominence as a whaling community. The Whaling Museum celebrates that history. This town is home to several educational organizations, like the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery and Aquarium and the DNA Learning Center.
Cold Spring Harbor is a hamlet in the Town of Huntington in Suffolk County. It is named after the naturally cold freshwater springs that flow in the area. It has a small beach and all kinds of watersports. In the mid-1800s it rose to prominence as a whaling community. The Whaling Museum celebrates that history. This town is home to several educational organizations, like the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery and Aquarium and the DNA Learning Center.
Long Island teens' silkworm project impresses researchers
Two teenage scientists on Long Island are shooting for gold with their green science project. Alyssa Iryami and Audrey Shine are still in high school but their experiment using silkworms and graphene is actually being done by researchers with their PhDs.
Two teenage scientists on Long Island are shooting for gold with their green science project. Alyssa Iryami and Audrey Shine are still in high school but their experiment using silkworms and graphene is actually being done by researchers with their PhDs.
Superstorm Sandy-affected homeowners face program deadline
Almost five years after Superstorm Sandy, rebuilding is still underway. Even though many residents are back in their homes, the work is still not finished.
Almost five years after Superstorm Sandy, rebuilding is still underway. Even though many residents are back in their homes, the work is still not finished.
Laser pointed at Delta plane over Long Island
Nassau County Police say a Delta flight was struck with a green laser beam as it flew only 3,000 feet above the Plainview- Old Bethpage area of Long Island.
Nassau County Police say a Delta flight was struck with a green laser beam as it flew only 3,000 feet above the Plainview- Old Bethpage area of Long Island.
Teen entrepreneur grows nanny network
A typical day for Noa Mintz includes a meeting with her CEO, juggling phone calls with clients, and of course finishing her school work.
A typical day for Noa Mintz includes a meeting with her CEO, juggling phone calls with clients, and of course finishing her school work.
MS-13 victim's mother pleads with Congress for help
A mom whose daughter was killed by MS-13 is begging Congress to step up the war on gangs.
A mom whose daughter was killed by MS-13 is begging Congress to step up the war on gangs.
Penn Station LIRR riders to be 'fairly compensated'
NEW YORK (AP) -- The head of the agency that runs the Long Island Rail Road says riders will be "fairly compensated" for being inconvenienced by construction work this summer at Pennsylvania Station.
NEW YORK (AP) -- The head of the agency that runs the Long Island Rail Road says riders will be "fairly compensated" for being inconvenienced by construction work this summer at Pennsylvania Station.
Severe weather hits NYC region
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York until 8 p.m. Monday.
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York until 8 p.m. Monday.
Long Island home's front yard transformed into farm
A Long Island couple wants to make it easier for families to eat locally. They're trying to bring small farms to neighborhoods across the New York area.
A Long Island couple wants to make it easier for families to eat locally. They're trying to bring small farms to neighborhoods across the New York area.