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The Disney musical arrives in Bellport, and it's not just recommended for children.
John Pieper presided over suburban issues in a career spanning more than three decades.
If you thought the movies were dead, just look around LI and you'll be surprised.
He was one of the first people at the scene and intubated the 62-year-old victim on his first try after paramedics unsuccessfully tried to do so.
Manorville Community Ambulance is donating one of its trailers to the Scouts, replacing one that disappeared in December.
The Zeilbergers received a surprise anniversary party with a singing duo serenading them as they danced.
The club has met for more than two decades, providing a space for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The East Hampton-based bakery is a semifinalist in this year's James Beard awards.
"I've been waiting to see him get out there on the mound for a while,'' Aaron Judge said, ''and excited he's feeling good and doing his thing.''
The Garvey family raises awareness for her rare neurological syndrome through community events and campaigns.
That's the way university president Rev. Brian A. Shanley feels. He calls Rick Pitino ''a magician. He's a genius."
They have knit and crocheted blankets for people in need for almost 20 years.
"She's been where a lot of us have been, and she's only trying to give back to her community and feel good about it," a nonprofit staffer said.
The two were teachers at a Queens school before Maggie Goodman decided to donate her kidney to Thomas Coveney.
"Losing is annoying, but at the end of the day, if you put a smile on someone's face, it's OK," Higgins said.
The West Hempstead academy offers classes on braiding, locs and more, celebrating natural hair and cultural heritage.
Long Island teens embrace thrift shopping, seeking unique, budget-friendly fashion finds that allow them to express their individuality.
The groom said the connection felt different from the start.
He is a also three-time East Hampton Fire Department Firefighter of the Year.
The original New York Dragons franchise played in the Arena Football League from 2001-08 and also had Nassau Coliseum as its home.
The Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce has set its Alive After Five dates for the summer.
The brand has been a fixture on the East End for 30 years.
The Shops at Suite Pieces is uniting diverse vendors in a cohesive marketplace for antiques and vintage homeware.
What began largely as an organization dedicated to equality and placing minority workers in jobs has become a group providing mentoring, education, employment assistance and more.
An avid collector of Black American memorabilia has assembled a traveling history museum that she takes to schools, churches and other organizations
Students at the Buckley Country Day School wrote notes and messages to veterans at nursing homes and rehabilitation centers.
Fire gongs were used before fire sirens to alert communities of emergencies.
The longtime LI Tex-Mex chain is expanding with two new locations.
Sarah and Stephanie Snyder now live in Switzerland but their group's name is a nod to a central street in their hometown.
Long Islanders took a dip in the frigid waters of the Atlantic Ocean off Long Beach on Sunday.
The first phase of the construction of Survivors Park is expected to get underway this spring.
The brothers have raised nearly $7,000 in recent weeks,
They need to create compelling content, raise money and find ways within their budgets to produce their films,
The bride's father built an arch from driftwood and 34 benches for the ceremony
A Supporters' Shield winner in his first stint with the club, the Hicksville native has championship goals for his return to the area.
Newly engaged couples say they are close with loved ones and want to share the experience.
The shop offers personalized candle-making classes and community engagement.
The shop offers personalized candle-making classes and community engagement.
The sport had been a passion of his since his days as play-by-play voice of the New York Dragons, who played at the Coliseum from 2001-08.
The film, discovered last summer in a basement archive, sheds light on early 20th century depictions of the Civil War and the revered 16th president, whose birthday is Feb. 12.
The White House Commission on Presidential Scholars selects scholars annually based on factors such as academic success, artistic excellence and community service
The ties that bind are celebrated, as we mark the start of Black History Month.
The Long Island Chapter of The National Coalition of 100 Black Women recently recognized the pair for their lifelong dedication to their communities.
For many athletes, it was the biggest stage they have performed on in their careers.
He recently spearheaded a two-week winter clothing drive that collected enough items to fill 160 large bags.
Box Pickleball Container Bar transforms a former Kmart into a vibrant sports and dining venue.
Several new Black-owned eateries opened within the past year, adding to the rich culinary history across the Island.
Discover the top spots for classic Buffalo wings, dry rubs and other varieties of meaty flavor bombs.
The cookie business has changed since 1917, but the flavors and entrepreneurial spirit endure.
For Janelle Moore, the new house means the opportunity to finally live in a safe, stable home where she can cook, relax, and welcome family — something she couldn't do in her deteriorating trailer.
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