Clean water is elemental to the health, economy, recreation, and overall well-being of Long Island and its residents. Yet, on Tuesday, July 25, the Suffolk County Legislature failed to allow the …
Members of the Brookhaven Landfill Action & Remediation Group had a clear message when they met last week with officials from New York State attorney general Leticia James’s office. …
The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) is implementing a new policy aimed at addressing long-overdue water bills. SCWA will begin placing liens on properties with outstanding water bills on active …
SEPA Mujer is set to celebrate their 30th anniversary Gala Celebration, “Honoring our Past, Inspiring our Future,” reflecting on our journey of advocacy and progress throughout the years. …
A new law passed by the Brookhaven Town Board on April 4 prohibits people or businesses from dumping large amounts of trash in town-owned dumpsters or recycling bins. First-time offenders are …
Suffolk County Water Authority reminds residents to conserve water this summer as drought warnings are issued and water demand surges. Though we have been lucky lately with plenty of rain, …
At birth, Casey was diagnosed with epidermolysis bullosa (EB), a rare skin condition where due to a lack of collagen 7, the skin does not properly attach to the body. One in every 50,000 …
Organization leaders from the NAACP, Citizens Campaign for the Environment and Brookhaven Landfill Action and Remediation Group organized with over 40 community members for a protest outside the …
On Saturday, Dec. 16, the William Floyd United Teachers (WFUT) hosted a 1,000-coat giveaway in collaboration with Helpsy, a clothing recycling organization, to help provide a little extra warmth to …
Levi Quartley traveled from the U.K. last week to showcase his film, “It’s Not That Simple.” “It took place in Falmouth, Cornwall, and was a university project,” he …
The authorized project provides for hurricane protection and beach erosion control along five reaches of the south shore of Long Island between Fire Island Inlet and Montauk Point, a distance of …
This year, Patrick “PJ” Balzer and his wife, Catherine Gutierrez, of The Kings Kids Christian Outreach in Mastic Beach, provided meals for those in need this Thanksgiving. He and his …
The National Park Service held two information sessions last week to hear from the public about proposals to update the rules for off-road vehicle access to Fire Island National Seashore. The rules …
Looking to save water? The Suffolk County Water Authority has some ideas, including watering your lawn only every other day. That was one of the conservation ideas SCWA representatives …
In honor of World Water Day, Suffolk County executive Ed Romaine recently launched the Suffolk County Water Quality Protection and Restoration Program and Land Stewardship Initiatives, known as …
Suffolk County executive Steve Bellone recently announced the county will issue a request for proposal (RFP) for the development of a new Seaweed Cultivation Program in Peconic Bay and Gardiners Bay. …
New York State legislators are hearing loud voices coming from Long Island colleges and universities, who are demanding that recently proposed legislation for schools include provisions for higher …
The Brookhaven Village Association is requesting help by volunteering time on Wednesday mornings harvesting excess crops at the H.O.G. Farm. Volunteers will pull from seasonal crops, …
A facility in Yaphank that will convert food waste into renewable natural gas and fertilizer is expected to be completed and ready to accept material by the end of 2024, its developer says. …
Don’t miss the Smith Point Bridge 5K Run/walk for Literacy. The event will be hosted on Sept. 9 at Smith Point County Park. The event is rain or shine, starting at 9 a.m. Participants can …
