Tackapausha Museum and Preserve in Seaford hosts a Long Island ecology museum and more than 100 live animals indoor and out.


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Find accessible paths in Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Stroller, wheelchair-friendly trails to explore

Discover the scenic paths, including Belmont Lake State Park, Jones Beach boardwalk and more.

If you like to bike, hit these trails

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

Guide: County parks on LI

For the first time, Splish Splash water park in Calverton will be open at night.

Splish Splash adds exclusive new event this season

Hope House Ministries in Port Jefferson is celebrating 45 years of using prayer, love and adherence to rules to get addicts clean.

Recovery and rebirth for former addicts at Easter

Huntington's Six Harbors Brewing Company's brew dogs inspired a golden retriever event and offered opportunities to gather with various breeds.

Dogs have their day at LI golden retriever meetups, more events for pups

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These indoor amusement centers offer everything from ax-throwing to karaoke to bowling.

Ultimate guide to fun on Long Island

A reggaeton superstar has made the dance music popular again with his latest album, sending fans in search of lessons. 

Salsa dancing on Long Island heats up

From creative promposals to luxury car rentals and after-party plans, see how high school seniors are planning the perfect prom in 2025.

Prom prep: LI high school seniors share tips

Weekdays at lunchtime, parking lots surrounding Republic Airport in East Farmingdale can resemble drive-in theaters, with vehicles positioned toward the busy skies ahead.

Lunchtime lift: These 6 LIers add joy to the workday mix

"No matter what else is going on, it's there for me," one skater said. "That's where I can always revert to being 12.

No bad vibes: LI's 'elder skatesmen' still shredding

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

Hit the links at these public golf courses

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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

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visited Buster Bunny at Wyandanch Plaza. 

'Buster is Long Island's favorite chocolate Easter Bunny'

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa stopped by Phil's Pizzeria & Restaurant Syosset to try their viral dessert pizza, which is made with Nutella and cookies. 

Making a viral dessert pizza 

The ambitious kaiseki tasting menu is 10 courses.

Longtime Long Island restaurant turns into upscale Japanese spot

Groomsmen are facing a growing number of expenses, from bachelor parties to tuxes, similar to the cost of being a bridesmaid.

Groomsmen on Long Island are paying up to $2,000 to be part of the big day

A golden retriever meetup was held on April 6 at Six Harbors Brewing Company in Huntington, which gained a bit of fame during the COVID-19 pandemic when it used its retrievers to deliver beer door-to-door.

Golden retriever meetup draws hundreds of dog owners to LI brewery

While visiting Charleston, Newsday travel writer Scott Vogel learned how to make biscuits with Carrie Morey, owner of Callie's Hot Little Biscuit.

Making biscuits in South Carolina

Bartenders from The State Room and sister concept Shands General in Patchogue won a Long Island cocktail competition at Coastal Kitchen and Daiquiri Bar in Bay Shore.

'Chips and salsa verde-inspired cocktail'

Alibi Lounge in Farmingdale is being transformed into a sweet destination.

Candy-themed popup opens in Farmingdale

Reggaeton superstar Bad Bunny's salsa-focused album inspires fans to take up dancing lessons on Long Island.

'The music is just intoxicating' 

From the Long Island Aquarium and beyond, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your look at Spring Break activities.

NewsdayTV's Spring Break special

Tellers, Rothmann's and Red Salt Room: A look at three steakhouse brunches on Long Island.

A peek at 3 steakhouse brunches

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

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President Donald Trump has conveyed his support for the Massapequa school district to keep its tribal name and logo, but it's unclear how the administration will do it. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Residents react to Trump weighing in on Massapequa mascot battle

The pontiff died a day after blessing thousands for Easter in Rome. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

Remembering the life and service of Pope Francis

New Jets general manager Darren Mougey on Monday said he feels good about the team as he makes final preparations for the NFL Draft.

Jets GM: 'The board's pretty much set'

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits three Long Island restaurants to find out where the best wings are.

LI's best chicken wings? We've got the sauce!

Amtrak will lead the $7 billion reconstruction of Penn Station which could allow for new ideas and changes. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

Commuters hopeful Penn Station will improve 

Islanders fans say ticket costs and parking inconveniences are some of the factors why attendance at UBS Arena has dropped during the 2024-25 season. Newsday Sports' Carissa Kellman reports.

Puck stops here: Islanders fans blame poor play for 4-year low in attendance

Kelly was finishing his morning walk on the Upper West Side on a gloomy St. Patrick's Day when something peculiar caught his eye.

Comedian Tom Kelly turns to social media to reunite Syosset grad with lost diploma

Ben Mevorach, 1010 WINS' vice president of news, on how the all-news radio station has transformed to stay contemporary.

60 years of giving you the world at 1010 WINS

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