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Save 30% to 50% on Fire Island rentals post-Labor Day.

Guide: Offseason Fire Island

Discover a variety of apples ripe for picking across Long Island's charming orchards.

Where to go apple picking

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

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"With everything changing every five years, it's nice to have a spot that's remained constant," one sign owner said.

High voltage color: A look at the iconic neon signs of LI

As New York picked up the pieces and began to rebuild after 9/11, Newsday's photographers were there. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland has more.

'The world changed that day'

Two Newsday photographers talk about their experiences at Ground Zero on Sept. 11, 2001.

Picture This: When Newsday photographers captured America's Day of Terror

Ahead of his HBO Max show, we recall the Roosevelt native's first talk show.

Remember Howard Stern's talk show from 1990?

Celebs from Katey Sagal to Dennis Rodman will be at the event happening Dec. 5 and 6.

Coliseum to host FanFinity pop culture, sports expo

Explore the nostalgic candy trends on Long Island, where classic treats like Pop Rocks and Candy Buttons are making a comeback among all generations.

Sweet nostalgia: Wax bottles and Smarties rule again

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Like most neighborhood pizza joints across Long Island, it was known for its slices.

Neighborhood pizzeria closes after 35 years on LI

Our list includes nine "legacy" spots that have been cooking for more than 20 years.

Legacy eateries open 20+ years make LI's Top 50 restaurants list

Operations will shift back to focus on the company's food truck.

LI coffee & doughnut spot closes after 2 years

The shop has a BEC sandwich served between two doughnuts.

Doughnut chain opens 5th LI shop

The year-round dining destination replaces a seasonal bar.

Waterfront restaurant opens on North Shore

The menu is full of interesting categories like cutlets, Kerala snacks, Kerala breakfast items and non-veg roast.

New LI restaurant serves hard-to-find dishes

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Supporters of "through-running" would like to see LIRR trains adding stops beyond Long Island. NewsdayTV's Alfonso Castillo reports.

What is through-running and will it work at Penn Station?

Residents on Tuesday urged Huntington officials not to approve a plan to build an $85 million four-story, mixed-use luxury residential community in Melville. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Residents oppose Melville development proposal

Ken 'Batman' Buffa heads to 4th World Comics in Smithtown.

LI Works: The Dark Ken sells comic books

NewsdayTV's Andi Berlin visits No Good Burger Joint in Baldwin.

Newsday's Top 50 restaurants: A burger joint joins the list

New York State is mailing out energy rebate checks between $100 and $200 to taxpayers who qualitify. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'A check is always nice. A little more would be nicer.'

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed checks out a beloved local staple where visitors near and far gather to grab tomatoes for their Sunday sauce.

Out East: Lenny Bruno Farms

Long Island is the strongest seller's market in the country as limited inventory drives up home prices, according to a new study. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

LI bucking the national trend

Picture This: When New York and America rose from 9/11

Steel beams from the World Trade Center have become memorials to those who were lost in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and can now be found scattered throughout Long Island. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'It's a beautiful testament'

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa checks out this viral social media hit that has customers flocking to Chefs Corner in Mineola.

Trendy Bites: Lemon curd pancakes in Mineola 

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Med school or content creator? How this Long Islander's career change led to a six figure business

How this Long Islander's career change led to a six figure business

Newsday's food team talks about the 2026 Feed Me Top 50 restaurants list.

Feed Me Top 50 restaurants: How our team makes the list

Sample knishes, loaded mashed potatoes, a beer garden and more at the Long Island Potato Festival at Farmingdale State College on Sept. 26-27.

A carb-lover's dream

NewsdayTV's Marie Elena Martinez got a sneak peek at the new Babylon Whiskey Down Dine, which plans to open in the fall.

Take a peek inside Whiskey Down Diner's new location

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed is heading 'Out East' to showcase the ultimate local spots you need to explore.

Out East Show: Milk Pail u-pick farm; Lenny Bruno Farms; McCall Wines; Jamesport Farm Brewery

'It just went viral'

From the Long Island Woodworkers Show to a Jason Aldean concert, check out all the fun things to do and explore this weekend.

What's up on LI this weekend

The 22-year-old content creator from Westbury claims these spots are supposedly the BEST on Long Island.

These spots on Long Island are SUPPOSEDLY the BEST

Tasty and trendy: How this Commack native turned food content into a thriving business

How this Commack native turned food content into a thriving business

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa spoke with Robert Sinclair Jr., senior manager of public affairs for AAA Northeast, about some of the best and worst times to travel during the holiday weekend.

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