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Regal Cinemas' promotion involves family-friendly previously released movies on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Where to see movies for $1 on LI this summer

Soar into Memorial Day weekend with the United States Air Force Thunderbirds, marking the jet team's 10th headlining performance at Jones Beach.

Jones Beach air show: From land to sea, where to watch

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

LI's blooming botanical gardens and arboretums

Explore county parks offering campgrounds, ballfields, trails, dog runs, tennis courts, beaches and more.

Guide: County parks on LI

Visitors can take advantage of special deals, including discounted tickets and passes this summer at drivable amusement parks. 

7 nearby amusement parks offering summer deals

Diverse challenges and scenic views await golfers in Nassau and Suffolk.

Hit the links at these public golf courses

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Long Island studios offer kids creative workshops for doll dining and attire design.

All dolled up: 3 places where kids can design outfits, accessories for dolls and stuffies

Watching a taiko performance is like witnessing moving art.

'Taiko drumming is like a heartbeat': Stony Brook drum club offers safe space and community for its Asian students

Experience the iconic boardwalks of Jones Beach, Long Beach and more. 

Guide to LI boardwalks: Long Beach, Jones Beach and more

Discover five picturesque Long Island locations perfect for kayaking enthusiasts this season.

5 scenic communities for kayak drop-in trips

Why rough it when you can get a furnished spot with bathrooms, hot water and heat.

Camp in style: Reserve a cabin or tent at these LI parks

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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The social media sensation is popping up in elaborate desserts and simple milkshakes.

Places to try trendy Dubai chocolate on LI

From new rides at Adventureland and Splish Splash to Long Island's best gelato to must-see summer concerts, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook.

Your guide to excitement under the sun!

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'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano talked to the NY State Parks regional director about the upcoming FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach May 24-25.

Know before you go: FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach

As Circle M Diner in Wantagh prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary on Wednesday, co-owner John Tsotsos attributes its success to good food and loyal customers. 

'They come back with their own little babies'

For more than three decades, Rob Rimmer, the chief brand officer at Lacrosse Unlimited in Edgewood, has been pouring his heart into making custom sticks. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'It's all about expressing yourself on the field'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano tries brioche con gelato at Spiga Bakery in Bellmore.

'We actually started this dessert 18 years ago'

Newsday food writer Melissa Azofeifa tries the Dubai cheesecake at The Dirty Cheesecake in Smithtown.

'You get the creaminess with the crunch'

The festive thin-crust pizza specialist counts supermodel Heidi Klum as a partner at its NYC location.

Over-the-top NYC pizza spot opening LI location

The Mineola taco spot is expanding to Baldwin, setting up in a former Friendly's.

 Inside LI taco spot's second location

Two Mom Crews is a group created for families with two moms to bond with other moms raising young children and make new friends. Newsday family reporter Beth Whitehouse was at the group's inaugural event in Babylon.

  Playdate unites families with two moms

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa heads to North Quarter Farm and Tweeds in Riverhead.

'It's a wonderful experience'

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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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After overcoming obstacles to become the first Black woman to serve in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps, Nancy Leftenant-Colon returned to LI to serve as the school nurse at Amityville Memorial High School. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

LI nurse broke barriers to serve her country

NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie shares the emotional story of Nicholas Faraone, an Islip man who has spent his life seeking information about his father who died during World War II. 

LI man's lifelong search to learn more about his fallen father

After euthanizing 99,000 ducks in January because of an avian flu outbreak, ducks have returned to the Crescent Duck Farm in Aquebogue. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Quarantine lifted at LI duck farm after avian flu outbreak

Four beaches on Long Island scored an A+ in the latest beach report put out by Save the Sound. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

LI Sound quality report grades cleanliness of local waters

The news that former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer has put a spotlight on the disease. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.  

Biden's diagnosis brings prostate cancer awareness to the forefront

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds arrived on Long Island for this weekend's FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds arrive for air show

Changes to New York's boating rules go into effect this year and every New Yorker who drives a boat must take a safety course or face a fine. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

National Boat Safety Week: New requirements for boat drivers

Turmp administration lifts stop-work order for the Empire Wind project off Long Island's South Shore. Newsday Reporter Mark Harrington has more.

Trump administration lifts stop-work order for Empire Wind project 

Starting later this month, one of the four East River rail tunnels will be out of service for three years, as Amtrak conducts repairs to the damage left by Superstorm Sandy. 

What the Amtrak tunnel repair project could mean for your commute 

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