Paulana Lamonier, a Haitian American entrepreneur and longtime swim coach, started a business, Black People Will Swim, with aspirations far beyond just turning a profit. She spent August helping young black adults and children learn how to swim. 


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Residents and local officials are dealing with the aftermath and cleanup of the storm that hit the Stony Brook area Sunday into Monday.

'We need to repair' 

A replica of La Amistad was displayed in Montauk this week. It tells the story of the uprising that took place nearly two centuries ago when enslaved Africans rebelled against their captors.

'People, not property'

Newsday special writer Anthony DeStefano and retired FBI Agent Gregg McCrary share their insights into the Gilgo Beach serial killer case. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports. 

'They like to torture these victims'

The Suffolk County DA will pursue homicide charges against a Centerport woman charged with a wrong-way, drug-impaired crash that killed her 9-year-old son on the Southern State Parkway Thursday. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'Most tragic case I've been involved in'

Smithtown Library director Rob Lusak shows the extensive damage the flooding caused to the historic books and materials stored in the library's lower level.

Portions of Smithtown Library 'demolished'

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Police are still identifying the victims, Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said.

Cops: Five dead in apparent murder-suicide in Syosset

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The declaration opens up the pathway for federal money to be available for certain emergency relief efforts.

Federal emergency declaration issued for Suffolk County

The storm toppled trees around the mill, and left just about 8 feet of mud at its base, but the ancient building has been ruled structurally sound.

Stony Brook Grist Mill, 273 years old, still operating despite devastating floods

Scott Russell will replace Southampton village administrator Anthony Carter, who resigned to work in the private sector.

Former Southold supervisor to fill Southampton Village administrator's spot

A test conducted by Suffolk County District Attorney investigators found evidence of methamphetamine and other drugs in her system, prosecutors said.

LI mom charged in crash that killed 9-year-old son had 56 prior license suspensions, DA says

There are two new leaders at local schools, as well as new residence halls and programs.

Here's what to know about LI's college landscape as students return

The service at All Souls Episcopal Church highlighted a community's resilience as local officials vowed to rebuild and support those affected by the recent storm.

Stony Brook community members comforted at After the Flood service

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Residents gathered at Mill Pond in Stony Brook to help rescue an imported carp impacted by recent flooding. 

'Let's give them a jump start and let nature take over'

According to New York State Police, a mother was driving the wrong way when she crashed on the Southern State Thursday, which resulted in the death of her 9-year-old son.

Tragedy on the Southern State

Habitat for Humanity of Long Island is at work in Brentwood, building their first 3D-printed concrete home.

'This home will last probably a hundred years'

Residents of Stony Brook are dealing with the aftermath of the storm that hit Sunday night into Monday. NewsdayTV's Jill Wagner reports.

'The house broke off and drifted toward the harbor'

Suffolk officials received dozens of reports of basements flooded, downed trees, cars stuck in deep water, and flooded roads overnight. 

Strong storms bring flooding, road closures and water rescues 

Theatre Three in Port Jefferson was hit by catastrophic flooding from Sunday night's heavy rainstorm. Volunteers are already working to restore the theater. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Storm left Theatre Three 'under 4 to 5 feet of water'

A possible zoning change being considered by the Riverhead Town Board to allow the construction of agritourism resorts has some farmers who want to preserve open space concerned. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'We want to keep open space for farmers'

Former Long Island Congressman George Santos pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft inside Central Islip federal court on Monday. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'He's not above the law'

A tipster says he told the state about buried drums at Bethpage Community Park nearly a decade ago. Newsday's Ken Buffa reports.

Uncovering the truth about the chemical drums

Long Islanders will be cleaning up from a series of strong overnight storms.

Heavy rains cause flash flooding on Long Island

The Congregational Church of Patchogue on Sunday held an overdose awareness service. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'When it hits close to home that's when it seems to matter to you'

Inventor John Philip Holland built submarines at the nation's first base in New Suffolk from 1899 to 1905. Newsday reporter John Valenti discusses. 

'Roots of the entire submarine force'

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Back to school shopping is back and costs are actually down compared to last year. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa and retail research leader Lupine Skelly discuss ways to save on school supplies. 

'Keep a little wiggle room in the budget'

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