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A Valley Stream man and former NYPD detective pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud conspiracy in Brooklyn.

Former NYPD detective pleads guilty to federal wire fraud conspiracy

By Casey Fahrer

Sons of Cream

Music

Sons of Cream: Second-gen rockers carving out their own legacy

By Dave Gil de Rubio

Kenny Wayne Shepherd is bringing his Ledbetter Heights 30th Anniversary Tour to The Paramount on March 8.

Concerts & Music

Kenny Wayne Shepherd’s blues-rock to electrify The Paramount

By Barbara Anne Kirshner

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National Grid is here to help you navigate the colder months

By LI Press’s Advertising Partner

The Lutheran Church of Our Savior in Port Washington will host a free organ recital by longtime music director Federico Teti.

Community Events

Lutheran Church of Our Savior to host organ recital featuring Federico Teti

By Long Island Press

Planting Fields Foundation Trustees Robert Foschi, Tim Dooley, Amy Xu, Planting Fields Foundation President and CEO Gina J. Wouters, President of Bank of America Long Island Marc Perez, Merrill Wealth Management Advisor for Bank of America John Rizzo, and Business Banking Relationship Manager for Bank of America Wendy Samuels (L. to R.).

Living

Planting Fields Foundation receives $100,000 donation for upcoming Oudolf Garden set to open in fall

By Casey Fahrer

Co-creator of "How I Met Your Mother," Craig Thomas will discuss his debut novel at the Port Washington Public Library.

Community Events

Craig Thomas to discuss debut novel at Port Washington Public Library

By Long Island Press

Northwell Health's Glen Cove Hospital became the first hospital in the state to earn the presidential quality award.

Glen Cove Hospital becomes first health institute in state to earn presidential quality award

By Casey Fahrer

Former state Sen. and Oyster Bay Town Clerk Carl Marcellino died at 83.

Former state Sen., Oyster Bay Town Clerk Carl Marcellino died at 83

By Casey Fahrer

Mayor Paul Pereira (L.) with a firefighting official from Panama.

Mineola

Village officials welcome Panamanian junior firefighters

By J. Cav Scott

Council Member Mariann Dalimonte (C.) with volunteers during North Hempstead's Mulchfest tree collection.

North Hempstead

North Hempstead recycles trees and shrink wrap

By J. Cav Scott

Two paper graggers.

New York Family

10 Festive Purim Events on Long Island 2026

Rescue Vixens hold their February 2026 Brewed to the Rescue fundraising event at Twin Fork Beer Co.

Pets

Rescue Vixens hold ‘Brew to the Rescue’ February fundraiser at Twin Fork Beer Co.

By Long Island Press

An adult male who has worked on Fire Island for many years was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on February 12, according to an anonymous tip recently received by the Schneps Media offices, this publication has learned.

Fire Island News

Worker on Fire Island Detained by ICE

Things to do on Long Island this weekend include concerts, comedy shows and more.

Do This

The Weekender: Things to do on Long Island this weekend

By Long Island Press

Town of Hempstead Supervisor Democratic Candidate Joe Scianablo was joined by residents calling upon the state to audit the Town of Hempstead. Courtesy: Joe Scianablo

Business

Dem supervisor candidate Scianablo calls for state audit of Hempstead Town

By Claude Solnik

Movers & Shakers: February 2026 hires, promotions on Long Island

Business

Movers & Shakers: February 2026 hires, promotions on Long Island

By Long Island Press

The Long Island Dance Consortium is honoring late ballerina Emily Finn their performance, Long Island Dances.

Remembering Emily Finn: Long Island Dance Consortium to honor late ballerina with annual performance

By Larissa Fuentes

Partners Lucas Wachsberger (L.) and Joe Cina Jr. (R.) opened a LEGO-inspired store in Levittown.

Business

Block Party provides new LEGO experience in Levittown

By Casey Fahrer

The Lunar New Year (also called Chinese New Year) is upon us and generally falls between January 21 and February 20. This year, it falls on February 17. It is celebrated throughout China, Taiwan, North and South Korea, Singapore, Japan, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. The holiday honors ancestors and deities, encourages letting go of negative energy, and emphasizes connecting with family and friends. It is a prominent celebration in vibrant Chinatowns and Asian communities across the country, featuring parades and other festive activities. This year marks the Year of the Horse, symbolizing hard work, bravery, and resilience—values universal to all. Food plays a significant role in Lunar New Year celebrations, with various culinary traditions across regions each assigning specific meanings to different dishes. Long Island offers many restaurants to enjoy these celebrations and discover new favorites.

Fire Island News

Culinary Delights for the Lunar New Year 2026: Year of the Horse

Village of North Hills Deputy Mayor Dennis Sgambati and Mayor Marvin Natiss approved Superintendent of Buildings Peter Cinquemani putting together a request for proposal for an upgrade to village technology.

Roslyn

North Hills proposes village technology update

By Larissa Fuentes

Mayor Ted Rosen and Deputy Mayor Lawrence Katz (R. to L.) listening to Yonathan Jacobi's petition for a conditional use permit

Business

Great Neck Plaza approves conditional use permits for two businesses

By Michael Campbell

Hicks Landscapes won the gold award in the “Residential Entrance” category for designing this front yard with plantings, walkways, and an enhanced driveway.

Business

Hicks Landscapes of Westbury honored with 2025–2026 Environmental Enhancement Awards

By Nicholas Gordon

Allison Ingram is running for the trustee position in the Village of Farmingdale for the first time.

Politics

New candidate running for Village of Farmingdale trustee, Village of Massapequa Park trustees seek reelection

By Casey Fahrer

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