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For the third consecutive year, pickleball was the fastest-growing sport in America, according to a report released in November by the Sports & Fitness Industry Association.

Indoor pickleball chain to open first LI space in former Big Lots store

The ride is a part of the second of a five-phase, $10M plan to redevelop the park. 

New Wave Twister ride coming to Adventureland in 2025

Mom-and-pop shops offer balloons. decor and more goods and services to make local events sparkle.

Here's where to find party supplies on LI now that Party City is closing

Parents are feeling pressure to find innovative ways to celebrate their child's big day, often with steep price tags.

$1,100 for a kid's birthday party? What 5 LI families paid

A similar trailer featuring the Easter Bunny will also be parked at Tanger Outlets in Deer Park.

New mobile Easter experience brings the bunny visit to you 

Enjoy a visit to Long Island's botanical gardens, where nature's beauty unfolds across acres of lush greenery and vibrant blooms.

Welcome spring at one of LI's blooming botanical gardens

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Outdoor play centers, amusement parks and more are returning as summer is fast approaching.

So long, winter: Here's when LI's popular warm-weather spots will reopen 

Visitors to the Riverhead aquarium may now see four otter pups in their outdoor habitat.

4 otter pups born at the Long Island Aquarium 

How impersonators are bringing the YouTube sensation to life on Long Island for kids at play places and parties.

She's not Ms. Rachel, but don't tell the kids

The Long Island Game Farm is celebrating its 55th anniversary in May. 

Snuggle a baby goat during LI farm's new experience 

Participate in Long Island's hiking series, featuring 22 hikes across 12 parks, from accessible trails to challenging terrains.

How to join the NYS parks passport hikes

Experience a tropical escape with Port Tiki's new boat offering private cruises with island-themed decor.

A new tiki boat will set sail from port behind LI brewery this summer

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Explore how social media trends and expectations are driving up costs for bridesmaids, with expenses often entering the thousands.

A $1,000 question: 'Will you be my bridesmaid?'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visited the Easter Bunny at the Tanger Outlets in Deer Park, where the Peter's Cottontail Treehouse Workshop will be set up until April 19.

Easter Bunny sighting: Tanger Outlets Deer Park

LI is enjoying an influx of regional gourmet spots taking Mexican food to spendy new heights.

10 best Mexican restaurants on Long Island

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano presents Newsday's Salon Showdown award to Parlour Hair Boutique in Bayport.

'You don't have to be a huge business to make a huge impact'

Gabrielle Freeman talks to NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano about her inspiration for becoming a Ms. Rachel impersonator.

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa met up with Newsday food writer Andi Berlin at Cinnabar in Massapequa to see how much sushi they could eat.

Our food critic's tips for the ultimate all-you-can-eat sushi experience

No more chasing trucks for that soft serve fix — Mister Softee is opening a real shop.

Mister Softee opens first brick-and-mortar shop

Toast Coffeehouse is closing one location and it prepares to open two more.

The Study by Toast to open on Long Island

Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez and NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano dine at Barrotta's Supper Club in Huntington.

Inside Barrotta's Supper Club jazz restaurant in Huntington

All six members of the D'Alessandro family have developed their own platforms and brand as SaucyTV.

This LI family has millions of social media followers

Lead singer Adam Ezegelian got his start in music by auditioning on American Idol, but him and the band have been able to grow even more, thanks to TikTok.Videos with Dee Snyder and Jack Black are just some of the collaborations the band has done to increase their following.

How Adam and the Metal Hawks got started on TikTok

Syed educates her audience about the difference between culture and religion while also sharing her love for music and things to do across Long Island. 

Wearing a hijab on social media helps her "reclaim the narrative" of how Muslims are perceived, a TikToker says.

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Delve into the stories of Alexander's, Mays and Arnold Constable, iconic department stores that once thrived on Long Island.

Department stores we miss

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Newsday sports reporter Laura Albanese checks out the new menu items at Citi Field for the 2025 season.

New food lineup for 2025 Mets season

Lose weight and burn off some steam, NewdayTV's Macy Egeland visits Beast Martial Arts in Oyster Bay.

'Fitness Fix: Beast Martial Arts

At the Mass, his widow Stephanie Diller told those gathered, "I know that he's with us and he's getting an absolute kick out" of their son Ryan, now 2.

 Memorial Mass marks 1 year since NYPD Det. Diller was killed

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa waxes poetic while he learns the intricacies of candle making on Long Island. 

LI Works: Ken makes candles at Tall Wicks Candle Company

The exchange occurred hours before the legislature failed to pass a bill needed to fund Blakeman's $428 million infrastructure plan.

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has heated exchange with 2 Democrats

Selena Gomez and music producer Benny Blanco visited Looney Tunes Record Store in West Babylon on Saturday to promote their new album.

Surprise celebrity appearance at West Babylon record store

Bayport boutique is winner of Newsday's Salon Showdown

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