Long Islanders Face Rising Tides, Flash Flooding As Hurricane Crosses Caribbean

The storms closed streets and downed power lines in multiple communities.

Long Beach Voters Decide Fate of $87M Bond Resolution

The bond resolution was on ballots Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

"Nobody Wants A Water Rate Increase:" Long Beach City Council Presents Water Rate Updates

The city manager opened the council’s Oct. 21 meeting with a presentation regarding the city’s water department.

Men In ICE Custody After Trying To Scam Woman Out Of $106K+, Police Say

Police say the men were released on appearance tickets before being taken into custody by the federal agency.

Voters Set To Weigh In On $87 Million Bond Proposal For Long Beach Schools Tuesday

Long Beach Public Schools proposed the bond resolution to fund capital improvements.

Officials Investigating Cause of Island Park Fire: PD

The fire broke out Monday evening at a residence, officials say.

Arson Bomb Squad, Fire Marshal Investigating Oceanside Fire, Fire Chief Says

The joint investigation seeks to determine the cause of the three-alarm fire.

Man Hospitalized After Atlantic Beach Deck Collapse

Officials say the man was attempting to make repairs to the deck when it collapsed.

Nor' easter Fun Feast

Did you ever think of our backyard as a fun sandbox?

Life, Take Two! Action!

Are you sometimes down in the dumps about your life? Well, you can always make it better in your second life.

The Passing of the Pied Piper of Long Beach

Well known beloved resident of Long Beach

The Crash of waves, the Scurry of Squirrels, the Echo of Wisdom

I met a man who gets it. He gets more out of life than many of us. Let me tell you about him.

Long Beach Man Gets 25 Years To Life In Prison For 2023 Fatal Shooting

Ronnie Sutton was convicted on August 19 of second-degree murder, prosecutors say.

Teenager Calls In Bomb Threat To Long Beach High School: Police

The 15-year-old was charged with making a terroristic threat, police say.

Synagogues Consolidate To Form Temple Emanu-El Of The South Shore

"We're very excited about this," said synagogue president Yvette Oppenheim. "It really ensures our future."

Community Invited To Participate In Workshops To Fix Long Beach Parking Problems

"The City of Long Beach recognizes the year-round and seasonal challenges of parking in our city," they said on their website.

Propel NY Energy Launches Survey to Gather Feedback from Local Businesses

Input Will Help Guide Construction Planning for Needed Electric Transmission Project

'Loving, Kind Soul' Lost In Drunken Crash Remembered At Driver's Sentencing: Patch PM

Also: Man charged with stabbing mom to death on LI: PD / E-bike rider hit by Mack truck: PD / LI high school on lockdown: PD / Debbie Gibson

22 Years For Drunken Crash That Killed 'Loving, Kind Soul' On Long Island: DA

Nassau DA Anne Donnelly described the driver as a repeat offender who caused an "unfathomable loss" to the victim's family.

Long Beach High School Under Lockdown Wednesday Morning: Police

An investigation is ongoing, police say.

Woman Suffers Medical Emergency During Point Lookout Triathlon: Police

The victim was given CPR and brought to a hospital on Saturday, police say.

Jewish Community Shows Unity With Police In Long Beach

"Taking the time to say thank you is important," said Rabbi Benny Berlin of the BACH Jewish Center.

Drowning Man Suffering Heart Attack Rescued, Life Saved In Long Beach: FD

The victim was given CPR and a defibrillator to restore his pulse on Tuesday afternoon, the Long Beach Fire Department says.

Town Of Hempstead Hosts Memorial Service To Mark 24 Years Since 9/11

The ceremony takes place at Town Park Point Lookout.

Bionic Babe: "It's the Most Exciting Feeling."

Labor Day honors American labor. However, Americans seek more from their work than just earning a living.

10 Things That Should Be On Long Island Calendar This September

Check out some of the top events scheduled for September across the island.

Long Beach Hosts Back-To-School Donation Drive

Residents can drop off school supplies and backpacks through Wednesday.

Uber Driver Threatens Would-Be Passenger With Gun In Atlantic Beach: Police

James Watson is charged with second-degree menacing and criminal possession of a firearm, police say.

'Seinfeld's Bania Steve Hytner To Perform In Long Beach

Hytner will also participate in the Borrelli's Tap Room's "Seinfeld" Trivia.

Long Beach Fire Department To Hold Annual 9/11 Tribute

It takes place on Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. at West Park Avenue.

Long Beach Man Convicted Of Murder in Fatal 2023 Shooting: DA

Ronnie Sutton was convicted by a jury on Tuesday of second-degree murder, prosecutors said.

Erin Forecast 'Fortunate' For Nassau's South Shore, Which Should Miss Brunt Of Major Hurricane

"We're looking more in the way of high surf and dangerous rip currents," National Weather Service meteorologist Jay Engle said.

Police ID Pedestrian Who Died After Being Struck By Mercedes In Island Park

He died on Saturday night in Island Park, police say.

Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit By Mercedes In Nassau Saturday Night: Police

The driver remained at the scene, police say.

He Grinned like a Grill on a Buick

Many of our young are so disheartened for the future that they give up—or do worse than give up.

Unique Long Beach Restaurant Focuses On Focaccia Bread

"It seems to be working," owner John Edwards told Patch. "The people like the food."

Comic, Originally From Long Beach, Appears In New Netflix Sitcom 'Leanne'

Elyssa Phillips hopes to return home at some point and peform stand-up on Long Island.

Annual Mile Swim Returns To Long Beach This Weekend

The 13th Annual Lifeguard Memorial Swim takes place at the Riverside Boulevard beach.

Electric Bike Rider Killed In Island Park Crash With Car: Police

The 79-year-old E-bike rider was transported to a nearby hospital where he died, police said.

You Can't Be a Giver Halfway

In our distraught world, it's refreshing to see someone so dedicated to giving love.