Long Beach Road DWI Crash Leaves 78-Year-Old Woman In Critical Condition, PD Says

The 24-year-old driver whose car struck the woman is charged with DWI and vehicular assault, police say.

My Father's Eyeglasses

Father's Day is upon us, and many of us no longer have him to see, hear, and love.

Long Beach City Council Tables Trash Code Reform

The Long Beach City Council tabled a plan that would introduce new rules for bars and restaurants' trash disposal Tuesday.

Long Beach City Council Preview: Zoning Change, Fire Barracks Renovation Make The Agenda

The Long Beach City Council will meet Tuesday night with an agenda including changes to the city’s zoning code.

Long Beach Graduates Urged To ‘Go Big, Work Hard, Be Kind’

Long Beach High School’s graduation ceremony took place Thursday, giving outgoing seniors the chance to hear some advice on the future.

Long Beach Restaurant Damaged In Friday Afternoon Fire, Fire Marshal Says

The first of two restaurant fires in as many days left a Long Beach grill damaged, officials say.

Fire Damages Popular Long Island Seafood Restaurant

Jordan Lobster Farms has been serving Long Island customers for more than 30 years.

Long Beach Authorizes E-Bike Crackdown At City Council Meeting

The City of Long Beach passed an E-Bike crackdown Tuesday after a public hearing that raised questions on enforcement and infrastructure.

Long Beach City Council Approves $15K Fine, 15-Day Jail Option For Fireworks Offenses

The Long Beach City Council voted Tuesday evening to change its fireworks code, increasing the maximum penalty for violations.

Attorney Disputes DA’s Account Of Events In Attempted Kidnapping Case Involving 15-Month-Old

The attorney representing a woman accused of attempting to kidnap a 15-month-old girl says there’s a discrepancy in the prosecutors' facts.

Long Beach City Council Authorizes Tax Increase In Special Meeting

The Long Beach City Council held a special meeting Friday with two items on the agenda, one of which authorized a tax increase.

Local Business Spotlight: New York City Cannabis Exchange

A modern retail experience focused on education, quality products and responsible cannabis access.

Long Beach City Council Considers Raising Maximum Fine For Fireworks Offenses

With peak summer fireworks season right around the corner, the City of Long Beach is upping the maximum fine for fireworks offenders.

Town Of Hempstead Takes $12K Donation From Production House That Filmed In Point Lookout

The Town of Hempstead accepted a $12,000 donation Wednesday from a film production house that Filmed in Point Lookout May 12.

Shots Fired In Long Beach: Police Still Investigating Incident, Department Says

The Long Beach Police Department says it's still investigating a Monday incident that left a man with gunshot wounds to his leg.

Oceanside High School Bomb Threat Deemed Non-Credible, Investigation Ongoing, Police Say

A bomb threat that led to the evacuation of Oceanside High School Tuesday was later found non-credible, police say.

Nassau County Team Of The Week: Signing Day In Levittown, Steeplefest In Long Beach, Girls' Lax Title Games

Nassau County sports action didn't stop this week, with teams in action on fields and tracks across the county. Read on to see who won big!

City Of Long Beach Moves To Crack Down On Electric Scooters, E-Bikes

A proposed ordinance in Long Beach would limit where e-bikes and scooters could travel in the city and bring harsher fines for violators.

30,000 Gallons Of Sewage Sludge Leaked Toward Reynolds Channel Off Long Beach, City Says

An operator error led to 30,000 gallons of partially treated sewage flowing into the Reynolds Channel this week, city officials say.

Long Beach School Budget Passes By 715-To-231 Margin

The Long Beach School District has released the results of its school budget and board of education election that took place Tuesday.

Backyard Pool Chemical Explosion Sends Oceanside Man To The Hospital, Fire Marshal Says

The Nassau County Fire Marshal said a man suffered chemical burns on his face after pool chemicals exploded in his back yard.

Before You Say Goodbye...

Our little city by the sea is a great place to be. But even here, there are challenges and heartbreaks.

This Week In Long Beach: Meth Possession, Weapons Charges, Larcenies, Police Say

The Long Beach Police Department released its weekly report Wednesday detailing arrests made within city limits.

Luncheon Marks Volunteer Day At Mount Sinai South Nassau

Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital held its annual Volunteer Day lunch in April as a way to thank volunteers at the facility.

Long Beach High Inducts World Language Honors Students

24 students were inducted into the Long Beach High School World Language Honor Society, the district says.

4 Police Officers Hospitalized After Exposure To Unidentified Substance During Assault Arrest, PD Says

Five people were hospitalized Saturday after an unidentified substance was found in a pill bottle at the scene of a fist fight, police say.

Long Beach School Budget Preview, Candidates On The Ballot For 2026-27

Voters will head to the polls to approve or reject the 2026-27 budget for Long Beach public Schools on May 19.

Long Beach Fire Department Swears In Chiefs, Honors Ex-Leaders

The Long Beach Fire Department held its swearing in ceremony this past weekend and honored a pair of four-decade vets, officials say.

‘My Sister’s Keeper’: Long Beach Middle And High Schoolers Join State STEM Initiative

19 Long Beach middle and high schoolers took part in a STEM event at SUNY Old Westbury May 4.

Police Identify Women Killed In Island Park, Valley Stream Homicides

Police released new information about a pair of homicides that took place in Nassau County Tuesday afternoon.

Police Called To Disabled Boat Off Island Park, Police Say

A 30-foot boat lost power off the coast of Island Park this weekend, with marine units locating it and responding, police say.

Man Charged With Stabbing, Murdering 2 Women In Nassau Friday: Police

He has been accused of fatally stabbing 2 women Friday, police say.

Long Beach Ax Attacker Sentenced To 22 Years In Prison After Pleading Guilty To Attempted Murder, DA Says

A Long Beach man was sentenced to 22 years in prison Friday after pleading guilty to his role in an ax-wielding attack, prosecutors say.

Suspect In Custody After Island Park, Valley Stream Incidents, NCPD Homicide Squad Says

The NCPD homicide squad reported suspect was in custody Friday amid the investigation of two incidents in Island Park and Valley Stream.

Fine Art Expo Returns To Long Beach This Weekend

The Long Beach Fine Arts Expo returns this weekend, giving barrier island residents the chance to find the perfect art piece for their home.

Humankind's Struggle, Humankind's Love

Sometimes the most powerful messages are wordless. I heard one from across my Long Beach road.

Long Beach Middle Schoolers Recognized For Innovative “SeroScanner” Project

Four Long Beach middle schoolers were recognized in the Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision competition.

'We All Have Value': Red Carpet Event Highlights Adults With Disabilities At Friedberg JCC

Annual Oceanside event featured performances and advocacy efforts supporting adults with disabilities, organizers say.

Two People Hospitalized After Overturned Car Crash In Long Beach, Fire Department Says

A car flipped over after crashing into another vehicle in Long Beach Monday morning, officials say.

Kiwanis Clubs, M.A.D.D Partner For Car Safety Fair At Long Beach High School

The car safety day sought to teach students about the dangers of driving distracted or impaired, officials say.