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Rockettes
Entertainment

Patty Grantham, one of the oldest living Rockettes, reflects on life on stage as troupe marks 100 years

By Christy Hinko
A 20-unit housing development in Hicksville is expected to be complete in 2027.
Hicksville

Developer receives $7.53M loan for work on 20-unit apartment building in Hicksville

By Casey Fahrer
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Local News

Up to 5 inches of snow forecast for Long Island

By Timothy Bolger

Home Pros

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Tim Irwin and Chris Dougherty, founders of the new brewery Rites Brewing, utilize ancient beer-making techniques.
Bay Shore

New brewery Rites Brewing uses ancient techniques

By Bernie Kilkelly
The top 5 stories in Long Island Press this week include a look at the man charged with the murder of Tanya Jackson and her daughter Tatiana Dykes, formerly known as Peaches and Baby Peaches, respectively.
Long Island News

Top 5 stories in Long Island Press this week: Peaches killer accused, new restaurants and more

By Long Island Press
Marmot is one of 9 adoptable cats and dogs looking for a forever family.
Pets

These 9 adoptable cats and dogs looking for a warm home this winter

By Allison Matos
A Seaford man stabbed his two parents to death in Bethpage, according to Nassau County Police.
Bethpage

Seaford couple remembered after being stabbed to death in Bethpage

By Casey Fahrer
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Elaine Phillips column: Slow down and verify: Tips to prevent getting scammed

by Elaine Phillips, Nassau County Comptroller
Massapequa Board of Education president Kerry Wachter and others are suing several state officials over censorship/
Massapequa

Massapequa School District Board president, others, sue top state officials, claiming they are being censored

By Casey Fahrer
Herricks High School's varsity boys' soccer team won the AAA county championship
Garden City

Parents question Board of Education about class size

By J. Cav Scott
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Nassau

U.S. citizenship interviews canceled on Long Island following USCIS pause

By Paulina Marinkovic
A Westbury man was arraigned on a 32-count indictment for selling drugs and illegal narcotics.
Hicksville

Westbury man arraigned on 32-count indictment for charging the sale, possession of drug

By Casey Fahrer
The Village of Manorhaven Board of Trustees celebrated the holiday season with a tree and menorah lighting.
Port Washington

Rain doesn’t dampen Manorhaven’s tree and menorah lighting ceremony

By Larissa Fuentes
Hearings on former Pasadena Elementary School principal Karen Heitner's allegations of sexual harassment, creating a toxic work environment and more have concluded with a decision in the case expected in early 2026.
Plainview

Hearings on allegations against former Plainview-Old Bethpage School District principal conclude, decision expected in early 2026

By Casey Fahrer
2025 High Tea by Budapest Tea House at the Westbury Library
Westbury

Budapest Tea House delights Westbury Library patrons with exquisite high tea

By Long Island Press
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New York Family

21 Family-Friendly Hanukkah Events on Long Island

Magic Q, the Shanghai-born magician, showing his tricks to the audience
Stony Brook

Shanghai magician Magic Q brings childhood wonder to life at the Wang Center

By Long Island Press
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Hanover Bank helps out Life’s WORC

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Things to do on Long Island this weekend include a concert by the Trans-Siberian Orchestra.
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The Weekender: Things to do on Long Island this weekend

By Long Island Press
Maria Delgado of the Working Families Party received enough votes to swing the Huntington Town Supervisor election — but she had 'no idea' she was even on the ballot. Officials are investigating a potential political scheme.
Huntington

Scrutiny grows over alleged political scheme in Huntington Town Supervisor race; questions surround Working Families Party ‘mystery candidate’

By Jessica Brand
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the indictment of four Long Islanders in connection to money laundering and bribery schemes involving a Delta official at JFK Airport.
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Long Island cargo company execs indicted for alleged bribery and money laundering schemes at JFK: AG

Béla Fleck & the Flecktones are performing Christmas hits at Stony Brook on Dec. 13.
Stony Brook

Béla Fleck & The Flecktones to bring Christmas spirit to Stony Brook with Dec. 13 concert

By Dave Gil de Rubio
A rendering of Gotham Organization’s planned 157-unit mixed-use development near the Westbury LIRR station.
Westbury

Developer planning 157-unit mixed-use development near Westbury LIRR station

By Casey Fahrer
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The season of the Nativity Fast (Advent)
Today, 9:30 am

Advent Season in the Orthodox Church (English Language Services)
Holy Trinity Orthodox Church of East Meadow

Join the Atlantic Marine Conservation So
Today, 10 am

AMSEAS Seal Cruises
Stony Brook Marine Station

Ecotherapy, also known as Forest Bathing
Today, 10:30 am

Ecotherapy – Deep rest and reflection as the year comes to a close
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Announcing The Churchennial – a multi-me
Today, 11 am

Here & There: The Church’s First Churchennial
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Holiday Reception: Saturday, December 6
Today, noon

Small Works Exhibition: Breathe Deeply
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Today, noon

Holiday Pop-Up Artisan Show
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We invite you to our annual Candlelight
Dec. 20, 6 pm

Cantabile Youth Chorus of the Hamptons Candlelight Christmas Concert
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Welcome back to our Ultimate Camp Fairs!
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Long Island Family Ultimate Camp Fair & Activity Expo – Cradle of Aviation
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Nassau News

  • A Seaford man stabbed his two parents to death in Bethpage, according to Nassau County Police. Seaford couple remembered after being stabbed to death in Bethpage
  • Massapequa Board of Education president Kerry Wachter and others are suing several state officials over censorship/ Massapequa School District Board president, others, sue top state officials, claiming they are being censored
  • Herricks High School's varsity boys' soccer team won the AAA county championship Parents question Board of Education about class size
  • Alex Holtzman Headshot Pic 10 7 25 2 U.S. citizenship interviews canceled on Long Island following USCIS pause
  • A Westbury man was arraigned on a 32-count indictment for selling drugs and illegal narcotics. Westbury man arraigned on 32-count indictment for charging the sale, possession of drug

Suffolk News

  • Tim Irwin and Chris Dougherty, founders of the new brewery Rites Brewing, utilize ancient beer-making techniques. New brewery Rites Brewing uses ancient techniques
  • Magic Q, the Shanghai-born magician, showing his tricks to the audience Shanghai magician Magic Q brings childhood wonder to life at the Wang Center
  • Maria Delgado of the Working Families Party received enough votes to swing the Huntington Town Supervisor election — but she had 'no idea' she was even on the ballot. Officials are investigating a potential political scheme. Scrutiny grows over alleged political scheme in Huntington Town Supervisor race; questions surround Working Families Party ‘mystery candidate’
  • Béla Fleck & the Flecktones are performing Christmas hits at Stony Brook on Dec. 13. Béla Fleck & The Flecktones to bring Christmas spirit to Stony Brook with Dec. 13 concert
  • The wind turbines at the South Fork Wind Farm stand almost 800 feet tall – like skyscrapers in the ocean.Judge Blocks Trump Bid to Halt Offshore Wind Work

BoLI Spotlight

  • Hummus Fit has been voted the 2025 Best Healthy Eatery on Long Island. Hummus Fit: Inside the 2025 Best Healthy Eatery on Long Island
  • 317 Main Street in Farmingdale was voted the 2025 Best American Restaurant on Long Island. Here's why. 317 Main Street: Inside the 2025 Best American Restaurant on Long Island
  • Here's an inside look at what makes Dortoni Bakery the winner of Best Wedding Cake on Long Island for 2025. Dortoni Bakery: Voted the 2025 Best Wedding Cake spot on Long Island
  • Hatch has officially been named the 2025 Best Brunch spot on Long Island. Hatch: Inside the 2025 Best Brunch spot on Long Island
  • The Shed in West Sayville won the 2025 Best Outdoor Dining restaurant title. The Shed: Inside the 2025 Best Outdoor Dining restaurant

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