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Long Island farms open for strawberry picking as June marks the peak season.

Where to pick your own strawberries on LI

Families struggle to find and pay for infant care that can average $24,000 a year.

LI parents face childcare challenges and costs

Summer fun awaits, whether camping, swimming, golfing or hiking is your thing.

Ultimate guide to exploring LI state parks

On your marks, get set and go to these races all over Long Island.

Running on LI: 5K, 10K, marathons, walks and more

Many of the couples are earning more money and have achieved a higher educational level compared with straight-sex counterparts, data shows.

More same-sex couples marrying almost 10 years after landmark case, survey finds

Explore Long Island's lavender festivals, featuring vibrant fields, local vendors and live music.

Guide to lavender festivals and u-pick fields on LI

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Plan a day at Long Island's wineries, with private wine tours, outdoor tastings, live music and more.

Ultimate guide to Long Island wineries

Check out Long Island beaches open to all after sunset, offering music, dining and stunning views.

Exploring LI's beaches after hours: Live music, seaside dining and more

Find fees, lifeguard status, amenities and more so you can swim, sunbathe or build sandcastles at one of Long Island's many beaches. 

Complete guide to 90+ LI beaches

Get out on the water with our list of charters, sunset cruises, pedal pubs, tours and other vessels.

Guide: LI party boat rentals, fishing trips, sailing tours and more

Officials recommend multiple levels of protection and the importance of proper supervision after county has 24 deaths in 2024.

Suffolk sees 60% jump in drownings, spurring call for water safety

You can have your beer and drink it, too, while playing everything from Scrabble to darts

It's game on at these LI breweries

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NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Tony's Tacos in Garden City to learn how to make Italian tacos.

'They sit down and say that's the best thing I've ever had'

Newsday food writer Andi Berlin visits Marvel Frozen Dairy on the Long Beach boardwalk.

Trying ice cream at Marvel Frozen Dairy

Babylon Mercantile's executive chef Christopher LaMagna talks about running from Lake George to Montauk, an event that raised money for mental health awareness.

'My entire life I always wanted to give back to my community'

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits the home of the grandma slice, Umbertos, and puts his hand in the dough to take a stab at pizza making.

'Learn everyday and do better'

Newsday food writer Erica Marcus tries the 3-foot-long lobster roll at 317 Main in Farmingdale.

'It has that wow factor'

When people bring baby animals into rehab centers, many times the animals don't actually need help. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland visited Sweetbriar Nature Center in Smithtown to learn more.

'Fledglings are unable to fly for about two days'

The collection of flags at the Southampton Arts Center was curated by John Monsky, of the East End. The exhibit, "Independency: The American Flag at 250 Years," runs through July 19. 

'Draws us together'

Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez visits Levittown Food Trucks - TGIF, which is hosted by Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Levittown. 

'It's just a place to get together every Friday night'

Games, rides and food: NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Adventureland in this week's LI Works.

'Interacting with hundreds of guests everyday'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits nuBest Salon and Spa in Manhasset where the bob is back in style.

The big cut: Bob is back in style

Newsday food writer Erica Marcus tries Long Island clam chowder at Chowder House in Bay Shore.

Eating clams and chowder in Bay Shore

Newsday food writer Erica Marcus visits Lido Kosher Deli in Long Beach to learn more about pastrami.

Do you know what pastrami is?

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It's time to start planning. Check out the 2025 guides to water excursions, state parks, seafood experiences and plenty more.

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Members of Islip Forward created an app designed to promote transparency around ICE operations in Long Island communities. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Advocacy group launches Long Island ICE tracker app 

LI Works: Shelling out tacos with a twist

Luis Gonzalo Barrionuevo-Fuertes, 18, of Moriches, who has been charged with DWI, audibly sobbed during his arraignment in East Hampton. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

High school student dies in East Hampton crash that left 6 others injured

Sampling soft serve at family-owned ice cream shop in Long Beach

Under a new proposal, Amtrak would run three trains a day to Ronkonkoma, also making stops at Hicksville and Jamaica and connecting all the way down to Washington, D.C. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo reports. 

Ronkonkoma to D.C.on one train? Yeah, that's the ticket!

The "No Kings" protests were part of a national day of action against President Donald Trump and his policies. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'No Kings' protests held across LI

NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger and Newsday meteorologist Rich Von Ohlen talk about why it seems to rain every weekend on Long Island.

Why LI keeps getting gloomy weather on weekends

With the Las Vegas Sands casino project for the Nassau Coliseum dead, observers are waiting for Nassau officials to reveal Plan B for the county-owned site. Newsday politics reporter Candice Ferrette examines the issue.

With casino project dead, what's next for Nassau Coliseum?

Its cleanliness, safety and tranquil vibe put it as the nation's best beach, according to a Florida researcher's new rankings.

Life's a beach on LI!

On their second day of mandatory minicamp, the Jets are pleased with the progression of the team.

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