Karen Chowske may have grown up in Plainview, but she has a deep appreciation for the history of Wantagh. more

When Alex Parlato was in seventh grade, she tried out for the junior varsity basketball team. She didn’t make it. more

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority approved a 4 percent increase of fares and tolls last week, leaving many residents frustrated over the increased cost of getting to work. Under the new … more

After this week’s blizzard forced state officials to suspend service on the Long Island Rail Road, service has returned to most branches, while the West Hempstead Branch remains under … more

Snow was still falling on Tuesday, with an already foot to foot-and-a-half of heavy snow on the ground in the area. Travel bans were expected to be lifted later today, and if possible, more

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced on Monday morning that he has lifted Nassau County's travel ban, effective at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday morning, and that MTA service will continue on its regular schedule … more

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced at a press conference late Monday afternoon that a travel ban would take effect in all counties effected by the snowfall, including Nassau County, at 11 p.m. tonight. … more

With a major snowstorm impacting our area tonight and Tuesday, below are contact numbers where you can get storm-related information or services. You may wish to print out these numbers and … more

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced at a press conference early Monday afternoon that the Long Island Rail Road, New York City Subway System and the Metro-North train line would begin suspending service … more

With a large winter storm forecast to impact the region on Jan. 26 and 27, the Long Island Red Cross has placed volunteers on alert and is preparing to support residents affected by storm-related emergencies, as needed. more