Veronica Sayers, program coordinator, describes activities at Sweetbriar Nature Center's "Winter Discovery Days."


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Names such as Comfrt, Edikted and Mad Happy are sought after, many with crew necks rather than hoodies.

This fashion trend has become the new teen uniform

Ryan Kind has epilepsy, which can cause seizures, as well as a condition called Chiari malformation.

He can't play ball like his big bros. But this Seaford teen shines on the sidelines with his camera.

Look back at the transformation of the birthday party, from the nostalgic backyard or basement soiree to now-closed Long Island venues.

Remembering when LI kids' birthday parties weren't pricey affairs

Visit the interactive "Emotions at Play" exhibit, which helps kids identify and understand big feelings through play.

First look: Inside LI's new Disney/Pixar 'Inside Out' exhibit

Cynthia Zhang's passion for monarch butterflies and Gia Providente's efforts to protect terrapin turtles earned the 2025 Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes.

2 LI girls win $10G awards for environmental projects

The cafe offers an extensive library of 400 games to play in a comfortable atmosphere where appetizers, beer and wine are served.

New game cafe opening in LI mall

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Pizzerias are stepping up their game for those with dietary restrictions.

Guide: Gluten-free pizza on LI

In a message on social media, members of the Speciale family said the restaurant will close on Feb. 22.

Gino's Pizzeria & Ristorante in Williston Park closing after 47 years

The Long Island pizzeria empire closed its Oyster Bay shop to open a bigger location nearby.

Umberto's taking over longtime LI restaurant

The owner, a sommelier, is putting a modern twist on the all-day-cafe concept that morphs into a wine bar at night.

Coffee by day, wine at night at new LI cafe

The new outpost is entirely focused on takeout until the weather turns.

LI Mexican restaurant opens new location

Newsday food critics' picks for one of the world's great portable meals.

Guide: LI's best empanadas

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From Harborfrost in Sag Harbor to Ricardo Arjona at UBS Arena, check out all the fun things to do and explore this weekend.

What's up on LI this weekend

The soft-serve ice cream dipped in melted butter and sprinkled with salt has gone viral.

Trying the viral butter ice cream

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano learns all about junk journaling with the Scrappy Hour team at Village Vibes in Babylon.

'This allows people to brain dump, but creatively and artistically'

NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland takes a look back at the tale of Physty the Whale, who was rescued and revived near Robert Moses in 1981.

'People brought chicken soup to try to feed the sick whale'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano joins Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez at Hometown Bakeshop in Centerport to try customizable bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches.

Bacon, egg and cheese with a twist at this LI bakery

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visited Disney/Pixar's "Inside Out" exhibit at the Long Island Children's Museum.

Creating core memories at new 'Inside Out' exhibit

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits a longtime Baiting Hollow restaurant that's been serving the community for decades — and is now offering homemade pot pies to go.

Out East: A visit to the Cooperage Inn

It was retirement in 2020 that pushed Randolph Brown toward fulfilling a lifelong dream: opening his own BBQ restaurant.

'I had a fascination with preparing meals'

After 44 years, the Oak Chalet Restaurant in Bellmore closed its doors. NewsdayTV's Doug Geed talked to Gisela Wedel and her family about their restaurant.

'Gonna miss it so much'

NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland takes a look at the Bald Hill Ski Resort, Long Island's own slope in Farmingville.

Believe it or not: Long Island once had its own ski hill

Shop with Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez at Sprouts, which opened its first Long Island location in Centereach.

A foodie's guide to shopping at Sprouts

Eckart's Luncheonette in Westhampton Beach has been run by four generations of the same family. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'This is the best option for the family'

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From heated outdoor pools and cedar saunas to luxe spas, yoga classes and dining, these properties are redefining the staycation.

LI hotels with day-use amenities

These indoor amusement centers offer everything from ax-throwing to karaoke to bowling.

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Explore our interactive guide to weekend fun, including family-friendly events, concerts, festivals and more.

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The thermometer will dip to the single digits this weekend across Long Island, with wind chills making it feel like minus 10 degrees in some areas. NewsdayTV meteorologist Geoff Bansen has the forecast.

Light snow, brutal cold ahead

Los Angeles Angels starting catcher and Sayville native Logan O'Hoppe visited fifth-graders at McKenna Elementary School to support his mother, Angela, who wrote the children's book, "If You Choose to Believe Them."

MLB catcher Logan O’Hoppe visits Massapequa students 

Picture This: That time Physty the Whale was rescued and revived

Municipalities like the Village of Great Neck Plaza are stepping up efforts to remove snow piles that haven't melted over a week after a storm hit the region. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Many LIers frustrated with slow snow removal

Following the death of her father, Long Beach's Mindi Dovberg began swimming in the ocean every day to help "shock the grief out of her system." NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports.

Rain or shine, warm or cold, she takes a dip in the ocean every day

West Babylon's Rivers triplets are making history as skiers for Jamaica. One of the triplets will compete in February's Winter Olympics.

West Babylon skier on his way to compete in the Winter Olympics 

What to know about Long Island's sidewalk snow cleanup laws. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Keeping LI sidewalks clean after a snowstorm 

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