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Dylan Hronec, front, a 22-year-old Bellmorite who has cerebral palsy, has surfed since 2012. At right, he was joined recently by Surf For All Co-founder Cliff Skudin.

The first time that Dylan Hronec surfed two and a half years ago was one of the best days of his life. The Bellmorite, now 22, said he had always wanted to try the sport –– he just didn’t know … more

By Julie Mansmann | 9/10/14

Professional surfer Balaram Stack placed second in the open surf contest.

Surf Week takes over Long Beach

Blessed with perfect waves and sunny skies, the fifth annual NY Surf Week took over Long Beach last week, and kept spectators busy with a five day, jam-packed lineup of events. Surf Week, … more

By Alexandra Spychalsky | 7/25/14

Think like a lifeguard this summer

The rip currents off South Shore beaches that were predicted last weekend, courtesy of Hurricane Arthur, for the most part didn’t show, but many others surely will this summer. more

7/9/14

Fantasize your way through February's fury

So, how about this winter? more

2/21/14

Professional big-wave surfer Will Skudin, of Long Beach, rode the massive surf break known as Jaws off Maui on Monday, where the swells can exceed 60 feet. Skudin was recently named the 2013 Surfer of the Year by a prominent surfing magazine, the first New Yorker to earn the distinction.

Skudin is ‘Surfer of the Year’

One day last May, the waves in Tahiti were more than 20 feet tall and just as deep, and to big-wave surfer and Long Beach resident Will Skudin, it looked as if there were giant holes in the … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 1/23/14

Water company urging residents to conserve water during heat wave

Amid the current heat wave, New York American Water is urging residents to follow Nassau County’s odd/even lawn sprinkling guidelines to conserve water owing to the vastly increased demand caused by daily temperatures in excess of 95 degrees Fahrenheit. more

7/19/13

Temperatures are expected to remain near or above 90 degrees for the next few days.

Long Beach tries to keep residents cool amid heat wave

City officials are trying to help residents stay cool and safe this week as Long Beach experiences its first official heat wave of the summer with temperatures predicted to remain near or above 90 … more

By Kieran Lynch | 7/17/13

Two specialties under one roof

At New Wave Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, the child’s smile and comfort is top priority. more

7/3/13

Standing in front of the swimming pool at Veterans Memorial Park in East Meadow, Town of Hempstead Supervisor Kate Murray, joined by Councilman Gary Hudes, announced the opening of 15 cooling centers throughout the township.

Town opens 15 cooling stations throughout the south shore

In lieu of high temperatures blazing throughout the south shore, the Town of Hempstead is opening 15 cooling stations from Monday, June 24, to Wednesday, June 26. more

By David Weingrad | 6/24/13

Golfers from throughout Long Island headed to Eisenhower Park during the heat wave in June to play a sport they love.

Enthusiasts brave the heat for golf

While many resident were escaping the heat in air-conditioned offices or soaking up rays at community pools, others braved the 90-plus-degree weather and headed to Eisenhower Golf Course. more

By Shannon Koehle | 6/28/12

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