Kelly Grunther of Roslyn Heights never thought she would be a model. Then a business associate convinced her to send headshots of herself to a modeling agency.


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In the 1960s and '70s, one reader argues, we became an individualistic society that viewed the 50s as a plastic time. But in deciding not to "be" there for one another, we collectively did not hold onto what was dear.

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A lot has changed over the years, from new grandchildren to aging parents, but for Gary Mantell the "freak flag is still flying."

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George Povall has a gift for making technical environmental issues clear. 

'People are ready for change,' LI energy advocate says

From monthly events in Westbury and Huntington to a three-day festival in Montauk, tango has proved popular among Long Islanders.

'Everything else disappears': LI tango lovers find community, connection

From records to cassettes and CDS, and then back again, Ian Ross of Plainview's music collection has come full circle.

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Resorts, dining, pickleball are popping up as venues for the unclothed.

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It pays to read the fine print of the IRA distributions rules.

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On the screen flashed my son's car and him, a plastic foam container in hand, getting out.

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Turtle Rescue of the Hamptons has saved about 2,500 of the reptiles in 11 years.

Turtles, ailing and abandoned, 'would be dead' if not for LIers' care

You can't collect until your husband or wife has filed for Social Security.

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The scammers have invaded my dinky little website, flooding the comments section.

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A dozen "No Kings" protests are planned for this weekend on Long Island. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'No Kings' protests planned across LI 

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!

Edward and Stephanie Crohan were found dead in their Jamesport home Wednesday in an apparent murder-suicide, Suffolk police said.

Cops: Couple dead in murder-suicide were retired police officers

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

This lobster roll is 3 feet long

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

Jets minicamp is moving in 'the right direction'

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

Chef brings cooking lessons and inspiration to Babylon

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.

Find a baby animal in the wild? Here's what you should do

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

LI Works: Taking a spin at Adventureland

Fifteen sets of twins are getting ready to graduate from Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School.

15 sets of twins, 1 high school

Organizers said the annual event was the biggest one yet, with 135 groups marching and about 20,000 people lining the parade route in Huntington. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Long Island Pride Parade draws thousands to Huntington

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'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'

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'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. 

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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'

'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?

Long Island opened its first Uncharted store in Greenvale where customers can find a variety of items, from clothing items, jewelry and home decor. 

'It's a really beautiful store'

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa heads to Long Island Yarn and Farm in Yaphank to shear llamas.

'I don't even have a dog and here I am walking a llama'

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