Fed Up With Your Phone Bill? Optimum Says It’ll Pay You If You Don’t Save

New retail offer lets AT&T and Verizon customers compare bills in-store — and get a $150 gift card if Optimum can’t beat their current rate.

North Fork Candy Store Closes + Longtime Friends Become Owners + Barber Shop Rebuilds After Fire

$3.85M Islip Sale Makes History / Shake Shack Friends And Family Day / New Shop To Come To SunVet / Syosset-Woodbury StretchLab

New Amagansett Coffee Shop + Book Fairies Milestone + WonderMom Box + Garden City PopUp Bagels

Teriyaki Madness In North Babylon / Where To Find Chocolate Easter Bunnies / Ronkonkoma Ben & Jerry's

African American Small Business Foundation Announces Upcoming High-Value Networking Social April 16th, 2026

This networking social concept introduced in the Chamber’s High-Value Networking Socials initiative focusing on quality connections!

From Vacant Storefront To Thriving Kitchen — With A Little Help

From a brand partner: Lisa Basini says her Business First Advocate was a resource she couldn’t have done without.

New Diner In Sag Harbor + Farmingdale Taco Bar To Greek Food + Off Duty Moms Club + East Hampton Spot

Oyster Bay Day / New Ben & Jerry's Location / Sag Harbor New Eatery / Bloom In Ronkonkoma

New Roslyn Coffee Shop + Prom Dress Store + Hero Preschool Owner + Game Of Gardens Display + STRONG Pilates

Popular Steakhouse Closes East Setauket Location / East Brunch / Easter Dinner

Hellenic Restaurant + New Insomnia Location + Where To Find Irish Soda Bread

Nail Salon In Holbrook / New Dessert Shop In Smithtown / Where To Find Green Bagels

Sourdough Pizza + New Whole Foods + Iconic Sandwich Shop + Huntington Theater Closed

PawLooza / Learning Center Awarded / Addition To Green Acres Mall / Sleepy Owl

New Asian Restaurant + Book-Theme Library Cafe Menu + Upscale Huntington, Roslyn Coffee Shop Opens

Movie Theater Temporarily Closed / Entenmann’s Site Reopens / Veterans Day Wedding Giveback / Best Irish Pubs On LI / Best Sushi Nearby

How Main Street Businesses On LI Could Recoup Tariff Costs

The Supreme Court struck down President Trump's tariffs by a 6-3 margin Friday, but what does that decision mean for Long Island businesses?

Hooters Closes + Ice Cream Shop Helps Shelter Pets + New Just Salad Location + Health Restaurant Opens

Bakery Supports Community / Iconic Luncheonette / The Corner Bar's Next Chapter / New J. Crew Location / New Stores At Green Acres Mall

$600K Up For Grabs In Suffolk Downtown Revitalization Grants: Romaine

Municipalities and community groups can apply for grants aimed at boosting downtown economies.

Grant for Suffolk County Businesses Trellus Delivery Grant to Support Local Small Businesses

The grant program is in partnership with the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, and Trellus.

Pizza Spot Coming To North Shore + Local Ice Cream Shop Closing

New financial credit union location / Taco Fresco to expand

Local Pizza Shop To Close + New Starbucks Location + Citarella Coming Soon + Whole Foods + 100th Wonder

Gourmet market / Whole Foods in Holbrook / Dog-Walking Service Giveaway Worth $68K / 100th Wonder Store / $1M towards veterans

LIAACC Celebrates Strong Leadership and New Membership Growth Under Suffolk County Director Jordan Isaac

In his role as Suffolk County Director, Jordan Isaac has demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic vision attracting new members!

A Different Approach to Visibility for Long Island Small Businesses

Why Small Business Owner Radio and The Grid were created, and what makes them different.

Cozy Coffee Shop + Local Luncheonette Closing

Hamptons Bays Movie Theatre Closing / New Wonder Location

The International Women’s Conference (IWC) will return to Hofstra University on Saturday, March 14, 2026

A Powerful Gathering of Leaders, Changemakers, and Visionaries Elevating Women’s Voices, Culture, and Legacy

What's Your Favorite Bagel Spot For A Bacon, Egg And Cheese?

Patch is doing a round-up of your favorite BEC spots on Long Island. You can send responses to melanie.gulbas@patch.com.

Community Hero + Culinary Gem + New Bagel Shops

Also: JINYA Ramen Bar / Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming / Stew Leonard's

International Women’s Day Conference Returns to Hofstra University on March 7, 2026

A legacy of elevating women’s leadership continues with the 2026 theme: HER VOICE, HER CULTURE, HER LEGACY, HER POWER

From One Vehicle to a Long Island Transportation Leader

The Story Behind M&V Limousines

Multiple NY Retailers Planning 2026 Closures: See List

These NY retail stores could shutter in 2026 as business closures continue.

Long Island African American Chamber Highlights 15 Years Of Business Support Across LI

Founded in 2010, the Chamber has worked with more than 1,500 businesses while advocating for economic opportunity across LI.

African American Small Business Foundation National Media Recognition Affirms Foundation’s Work Is Necessary

“Being featured nationally affirms our work is both necessary and effective,” said Phil Andrews, African American Small Business Foundation

Makofsky Valente Law Group Named a Best Law Firm

Recognized for a Focus on Elder Law and Trusts & Estates

Super Women, Again

All Makofsky Valente Attorneys Named to the Super Lawyers List!

How One Woman Found Purpose Beyond the Plan

How DawnMarie Maloney, LCSW, Found Her True Calling

Propel NY Energy Launches Survey to Gather Feedback from Local Businesses

Input Will Help Guide Construction Planning for Needed Electric Transmission Project

All Makofsky Valente Attorneys Named Best Lawyers 2026

Attorneys are recognized for their expertise

A Veteran’s Mission: Bringing Car Care to Your Curbside

Long Island Mobile Oil Change Delivers What Drivers Need Most—Trust, Speed, and Convenience

Orbic Breaks Ground on $100 Million Investment That Will Bring More Than 1,000 Manufacturing Jobs to the US

Orbic announced today that it has begun the development of its 135,000 square-foot facility that will bring more than 1,000 jobs to the US

From Aisles to Impact

Scott Cohen’s Lifelong Journey to Building One Source Supply Into Long Island’s Go-To Maintenance Partner

Long Islander Alex Kushnir Joins Major Electrical Transmission Project

Long Islander joins one of the most important electrical transmission projects in over 40 years

Digital Broadcast Radio: How One Station is Redefining the Industry

"Bridging the Gap Between Broadcasting and Business Networking"

Suffolk Credit Union Announces John MacAvoy as SVP, Retail Banking

MacAvoy will lead efforts to optimize the branch network, elevate the member experience, and drive growth in deposits and loans.

The Bristal & FCA Bring Holiday Cheer to 125 Nassau Homebound Seniors

The Bristal Assisted Living partners with Family and Children’s Association to spread holiday cheer to 125 homebound seniors across Nassau.

Eric Blumencranz Joins Team Guiding Future of Museum of American Armor

Eric Blumencranz named ex officio member of the Museum of American Armor Board, honoring heroes through its collection of operational armor.