People News – LI Press

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Port Washington

Port Washington holds fourth weekly vigil to protest ICE

By Emma Alexander

Joan Rivers was a national icon with strong Long Island ties.

Joan Rivers: The inimitable icon’s Long Island ties

By Annie Wilkinson

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

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

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Port Washington

Senior citizens remain active with FunDay Monday program

By Emma Alexander

Port Promenade 2025

Port Washington

Port Promenade takes over the streets of Port Washington with festivities

By Amit Ben-Bassat

Long Island's Brian Autz is returning to the screen in 'Bachelor In Paradise.'

Suffolk

LI’s Brian Autz joins season 10 of Bachelor in Paradise

By Emily Perez

Drucker – Omer Neutra Pickleball – 4

Plainview

Omer Neutra’s family hosts pickleball fundraiser

By Christopher Schulz

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Roslyn

NY Times best-selling author receives inaugural book award

By Emma Alexander

“Salute to America” fire work show

Massapequa

Oyster Bay holds annual ‘Salute to America” concert and firework extravaganza

By Amit Ben-Bassat

Sir P.G. Wodehouse made his name writing farcical stories about a charming but clueless rich young gentleman who is rescued from his escapades by his valet.

People

P.G. Wodehouse: The master of farce

By Annie Wilkinson

Jasmine Luo's Girl Scout journey has shaped her leadership and future dreams.

Suffolk

Girl Scout of the Month: Jasmine Luo on artistry, dedication and leadership

By Long Island Press

fashion

QNS

Faith meets fashion in the life and work of Queens designer Tobi Rubinstein

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Port Washington

Port Washington Board of Education reelects leadership, eyes impact of federal fund freeze

By Amit Ben-Bassat

Asian Jade Society of Suffolk County held their 2025 11th anniversary bbq with Mets legend Mookie Wilson.

Mets legend Mookie Wilson joins Asian Jade Society’s 11th anniversary BBQ

By Long Island Press

Northport native Preston 'P.J.' Carey, a four-star defensive lineman, will announce his college football commitment on June 30.

People

LI native Preston Carey announces football commitment from Oheka Castle

By Max Rosen

Seeds of Change: Redefining Policing and Public Safety Conference

Manhasset

LI advocates gather for police reform conference at Shelter Rock

Amit Ben-Bassat

Elizabeth Edquist is 'Totally Taylor' — Long Island's very own Taylor Swift.

Islip

Meet Long Island’s very own Taylor Swift

By Isabella Reilly

The 'Dink for Pink' pickleball fundraiser will raise money for breast cancer research in honor of Margaret Elenis.

Port Washington

‘Dink for Pink’ event to benefit breast cancer charity founded by local mother

By Erin Sjostedt

Lindenhurst Memorial Library brought smiles to those who need it by histing a card-making initiative for Cards for Hospitalized Kids.

Lindenhurst library makes cards for hospitalized kids

By Isabella Reilly

Gabrielle Mitchell is a 12th grade girl scout and Gold Award honoree.

Suffolk

Girl Scout Gabrielle Mitchell is a shining, rising star

By Long Island Press

Miss Polonia

People

‘Miss Polonia’ candidates sought to represent Polish heritage and leadership

By Christy Hinko

Memorial Day

Bethpage

Memorial Day: Honoring two Vietnam War heroes buried on Long Island

By Christy Hinko

Watching Pope Leo's ascension in person in Vatican City was 'electric,' one Long Islander said.

Rockville Centre

‘Overwhelmed with emotion:’ Long Islanders at Vatican for Pope Leo’s ascension

By Timothy Bolger

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