Nicole Formisano, Author at LI Press

Alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann, right, appears in front of Judge Tim Mazzei alongside his attorney, Michael J. Brown, at Suffolk County Court in Riverhead on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026.

Riverhead

Alleged Gilgo Beach killer trial to start in September ‘come hell or high water,’ judge says

By Nicole Formisano

L.-R.: Tanya Jackson, who was known as Peaches; Tatiana Dykes, who was known as Baby Doe; and Andrew Dykes

Nassau

Andrew Dykes charged with murder of ‘Peaches’ Tanya Jackson, but not their 3-year-old baby

By Nicole Formisano

Long Island Starbucks union employees picketed outside storefronts last December. A year later, many have joined the 'Red Cup Rebellion' strike.

Long Island joins Starbucks ‘Red Cup Rebellion’ union strikes

By Nicole Formisano

The Crane Wives are bringing their alternative folk-rock sound to Long Island for the first time at The Paramount on Nov. 19.

Huntington

Alt-music staple The Crane Wives on their 15-year evolution ahead of show at The Paramount

By Nicole Formisano

Here's how to see shooting stars from Long Island during the 2025 Orionids meteor shower.

Long Island Guides

How to view the 2025 Orionids meteor shower on Long Island

By Nicole Formisano

Former NYPD officer Stanley Cadet was indicted on charges of manslaughter, assault and more for his role in a fatal high-speed crash in West Islip that killed Anna Wilson, 22, in 2024.

Bay Shore

Ex-NYPD officer indicted on manslaughter for fatal high-speed crash in West Islip

By Nicole Formisano

The Great Gatsby boat tour takes passengers on a scenic trip around the real-life locations that inspired the Great American Novel.

Manhasset

Viral Great Gatsby boat tour celebrates novel’s 100th anniversary on Long Island

By Nicole Formisano

Suspicion is growing that alleged Gilgo Beach killer Rex Heuermann may plead guilty to spare his family a lengthy trial.

Will alleged Gilgo Beach killer Rex Heuermann plead guilty?

By Nicole Formisano

Chip City is offering a free cookie on Sept. 4 at their Long Island locations. Here's how to get yours.

Free cookie at Chip City today for back-to-school 2025: Where to get yours on Long Island

By Nicole Formisano

Hurricane Erin floods Jones Beach on Long Island, 2025

PHOTOS: Jones Beach floods as Hurricane Erin brings 10 foot waves to Long Island

By Nicole Formisano

Multiple sclerosis (MS) used to be considered untreatable. Today, breakthroughs in medicine let patients live happy, healthy lives. Here's what the experts say.

Health

Breakthrough multiple sclerosis (MS) treatments are changing lives on Long Island

By Nicole Formisano

Labor unions push wage theft law after Uniondale school district contractor fraud

Uniondale

Labor unions push wage theft law after Uniondale school district contractor fraud

By Nicole Formisano

Osprey Dominion's Richmond White is one of four wines to try this summer.

Take a sip of these 4 summer wines this August

By Nicole Formisano

The owner of the iconic Oheka Castle has filed for bankruptcy.

Huntington

Oheka Castle’s bankruptcy is latest chapter in complicated history

By Nicole Formisano

Lee Zeldin has proposed one of the largest deregulatory actions in American history, which local organizations have opposed.

Nassau

Lee Zeldin’s EPA rollbacks met with concern from local organizations

By Casey Fahrer & Nicole Formisano

One climate activist was dragged away from The Hamptons Synagogue, yelling that EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin was a monster.

Nassau

Climate activists met with violence during Lee Zeldin speech in Hamptons

By Nicole Formisano & Casey Fahrer

Wesley LePatner from Roslyn, an executive at Blackstone and a leader in New York’s Jewish community, was killed Monday afternoon in a mass shooting in Midtown Manhattan.

Roslyn

MIDTOWN MASS SHOOTING: Wesley LePatner, Blackstone leader with Roslyn ties, killed in Midtown attack

By Shea Vance

Jim McCann, Celebrations Pulse columnist and 1-800-Flowers CEO.

Columns

Celebrations Pulse: Back to school is a time for growth & new beginnings

By Jim McCann

Kane Lewandowski will bike more than 500 miles to support cancer research.

Huntington

Huntington native to bike 500 miles to end cancer

By Max Rosen

Governor Kathy Hochul, joined by Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine, visited the Suffolk County Police Academy to announce additional fuding to reduce gun violence.

Nassau

NY grants $2.6M to 9 LI police departments for gun crime prevention

By Grace Sferrazza

Sara Lizeth Lopez Garcia, a 20-year-old honors student who was enrolled at Suffolk County Community College, was arrested and detained by ICE officers.

Suffolk

ICE detention of Suffolk honors student sparks calls for reform

By Reed Ounjian

The Great South Bay Music Festival 2024 proved to be a foundational experience for reporter Grace Bonamico.

Patchogue

Backstage and behind the scenes: My first music festival at Great South Bay

By Grace Bonamico

In this piece, Greg Demetriou shares invaluable advice about the importance of self-confidence.

Opinions

Op-Ed: The most valuable asset you’ll ever have is you

By Greg Demetriou

This fashionable and environmentall-friendly beach bag is one of 10 summer vacation essentials you'll love.

Holiday

Vacation mode: 10 summer MVPs for your trip

By Sharon Feiereisen

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