Community News

15th Annual Over 50 Fair Announces Class Schedule

LIMG September 5, 2024

The Over 50 Fair, in its 15th year, returns to the Hilton Long Island/Huntington on Sunday, September 22 from 10am to 4:30pm. Each year, Baby Boomers, seniors, and those a bit younger meet with over 80 exhibitors and attend over 25 classes geared toward them. The Over 50 Fair annually

Parks Corner

Jones Beach 95th Anniversary Celebration

LIMG July 23, 2024

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce the Jones Beach 95th Anniversary Celebration, a two-day celebration happening Saturday, August 3 and Sunday, August 4, 2024 from 11:00am to 8:00pm. This event will be held near the East Bathhouse and Central Mall. The Jones Beach 95th Anniversary Celebration […]

Community News

Northwell Health’s Annual Walk Raises Record $1.14M To Improve Health In Local Communities

LIMG June 13, 2024

More than 6,000 people came together across five Northwell Health Walk locations on May 19 to raise more than $1.14 million for local hospital programs and services, a second record-setting year for the annual event. Supporters including patients, families, community members and Northwell employees joined walks at Jones Beach and in Port Jefferson, Riverhead, Westchester

Community News

Farmingdale State College Propels Offshore Wind Training And Education

LIMG February 13, 2024

Pictured: Madeline Quintyne, John King, Chancellor, SUNY; Dr. John Nader, President, Farmingdale State College. Photos courtesy of Farmingdale State College. Farmingdale State College (FSC) has been awarded more than $750,000 in funding for innovative, faculty-led proposals aimed at advancing offshore wind technology training and education on Long Island. FSC received

Community News

Michael K. Billia Named To Book Fairies’ Board Of Directors, Bringing Decades Of Community Engagement And Business Leadership Experience

LIMG January 31, 2024

Book Fairies, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to eradicating barriers to literacy, proudly announces the appointment of Michael K. Billia to its esteemed Board of Directors. With over three decades of experience in community service, leadership, and advocacy, Billia’s appointment strengthens the organization’s commitment to fostering literacy and

Community News

Town Board Recognizes Hicksville Resident For Charity Model Train Show

LIMG January 11, 2024

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and his colleagues on the Town Board recognized Joel Berse, of Trainville Hobby Depot in Hicksville, for his community contributions in coordinating several model train shows every year which support worthwhile causes. This year, the beneficiary was the Oyster Bay Rail Road Museum, whose mission is to heighten awareness, […]

Community News

Polar Express Event To Distribute 1,000+ Gifts To Children

LIMG December 4, 2023

Pictured: The 2022 Polar Express Event. Photo courtesy of the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District For the ninth year in a row, Santa’s sled will back up to the Brookside School, in Merrick on Dec. 9 filled to the brim with gifts for children of all ages. More than 1,000 toys and gifts are waiting […]

Community News

Breeze Airways Adding New Nonstop Service To Vero Beach From Islip/Long Island

LIMG October 4, 2023

Breeze Airways, the U.S.’ only NLCC, or ‘Nice Low Cost Carrier,’ is adding new service from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Vero Beach, FL, starting December 21.  The new seasonal route will operate twice-weekly this winter, through April 28, 2024, with fares starting from just $69* one way. From Islip/Long Island, NY (ISP): Vero Beach, […]