Weather
State of Emergency Declared as Nor’easter Threatens Long Island
Governor declares state of emergency for Long Island as powerful nor'easter approaches, bringing threats of coastal flooding, high winds, and heavy precipitation.
Dana Whitlock
Reports on town government, schools and small business across the Moriches and the wider East End of Long Island.
Weather
Long Island Prepares for Nor’Easter Expected This Weekend
Residents across the South Shore and East End brace for a significant winter storm system forecast to bring heavy snow, strong winds, and coastal flooding starting Friday evening.
Town News
Downed Wires Halt LIRR Ronkonkoma Branch Service During Nor’easter
Commuters faced major delays as overhead wire damage suspended service on the LIRR's Ronkonkoma Branch amid a coastal storm battering Long Island with high winds and heavy rain.
Business
Paragon Launches Sales for First New Condo Tower in Long Island City in Over a Decade
A new residential development marks a significant shift in Long Island City's real estate market after years of rental-focused construction dominating the Queens waterfront neighborhood.
Schools
Long Island Colleges Earn Mixed Results in U.S. News Rankings
Several Long Island institutions appear in the latest U.S. News & World Report college rankings, with performances spanning multiple categories and tiers of the prestigious annual list.
Business
Filmmaker Gracie Cashman Brings Documentary to NYC Screening
East End resident Gracie Cashman hosted a private screening of her documentary 'End Of The Cycle' in Manhattan, marking another milestone for the Southampton-based filmmaker.
Business
New Nonstop Flights Connect Long Island to Florida’s 30A Beach Towns
Travelers from the New York area can now reach Northwest Florida's sought-after coastal communities without layovers, as new direct service launches to the region.
Town News
Former Owner Refuses to Vacate $25M Hamptons Estate After Foreclosure Auction
Libbie Mugrabi remains in her former Southampton mansion weeks after it sold at auction, creating an unusual standoff that highlights the complexities of high-end foreclosures on the East End.
Business
Women-Owned Businesses Surging Across Long Island Economy
Local entrepreneurs drive growth in retail, services, and tech sectors as female-owned enterprises reshape the regional business landscape heading into 2026.
Schools
Student Arrested at Local High School Following Incident
Law enforcement officials took a student into custody at a Long Island high school, prompting discussions about campus safety protocols and response procedures.
Business
Pinkwater Metzger Team Joins SERHANT. Brokerage in Hamptons Expansion
A prominent local real estate team has affiliated with SERHANT., marking the luxury brokerage's continued growth in the Hamptons market as regional property dynamics shift.
Town News
Welsh Coastal Town Draws Hamptons Comparison for Victorian Charm
Llandudno, a historic seaside resort in North Wales, has been compared to the Hamptons for its elegant Victorian architecture, pristine beaches, and upscale appeal.