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Drive-thru mart opening this summer

You don't even have to kindle your smoker.

Spots for great Fourth of July barbecue takeout

Some decorations got so elaborate that Disney Cruise Line had to set new rules.

Cruise passengers are getting extreme with cabin door decor

But this summer sees the launch of a cheeky new all-American treat.

Our favorite Long Island bites in June

The restaurant was able to raise $20,000 in a GoFundMe campaign.

Top seafood spot to reopen after fire

A meat sandwich hidden in a suitcase is no match for the Beagle Brigade, especially when treats are involved.

The wet-nosed, treat-loving pups who guard against smuggled goods

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The expansion is one of several initiatives spearheaded by the founders' son.

34-year-old market opening 2nd location

Dozens of weekly markets are kicking off their summer seasons of offering fresh local produce.

2 new farmers markets join LI's crop

Sushi lovers, this is something to put on your radar.

This 18-course sushi pop-up is selling out. Is it worth the hype? You decide.

The owner plans to bring an ice cream truck fleet to the shopping center on opening day.

Mister Softee opening 4th LI storefront

The old Seven Seas Diner was succeeded by two short-lived concepts.

NYC restaurateurs take on troubled LI location

There's grocery store hummus, and then there's this hummus.

Top LI restaurant opens fast-casual spot with must-try sandwich

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NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits L'Etoile in Oyster Bay. The French restaurant is in the building that used to be Snouder's Drug Store.

Historic LI building home to new French restaurant

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Signorama in Huntington Station.

LI Works: Ken lights up the room as he makes signs

According to investigators, Alison Winter was practicing as a clinical social worker without a license between November 2018 and May 2024. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

Criminal charges against Gilgo Beach serial killer's therapist

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits a pick-your-own berry and flower farm in Mattituck, Patty's Berries and Bunches.

Out East: Pick-your-own berry farm celebrating 50 years

Newsday travel writer Carissa Kellman takes the High Line to Chelsea Market and Pier 57.

Exploring NYC's High Line

All of the violations, records stipulate, were corrected and each of the park's rides passed inspection during a subsequent visit. Newsday reporter Robert Brodsky has more.

Adventureland had 65 safety violations since 2023, state records show

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez try oysters, pizza, and ice cream at The Sandbox in Oyster Bay.

The Sandbox brings food trucks to Oyster Bay

Vincent Puleo, who's worked in public office for nearly two decades, terminated the spa's lease following Newsday's reporting. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie talks with Newsday reporters Sandra Peddie and Bahar Ostadan about the story.

Suffolk County official owns strip mall with foot spa tied to alleged sex activity

Magdalyn Abcug, who recently graduated from Longwood High School, alleges the district failed to accommodate her disability when she was a student. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

LI student with Tourette syndrome sues district, alleges school staff mocked her, questioned her diagnosis

As we head into summer, NewsdayTV meteorologist Geoff Bansen looks back at Long Island's hurricane history and prospects for the 2026 season.

A look back at LI's hurricane history

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'Oysters in Oyster Bay'

Newsday food writer Erica Marcus helps make a strawberry crunch ice cream at Coyle's Ice Cream in Islip.

'We try to mimic the Good Humor bar'

From the Empire State Fair to Barry Manilow at UBS Arena, check out all the fun things to do and explore this weekend.

What's up on LI this weekend

Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez talks to Jesse Schenker about the Bull Moose, a membership club that offers priority access to food from Schenker's restaurants.

'We want to give people access on-demand to great food'

Do you agree with the opinion of these TikTok stars ?

Local content creators pick their favorite LI staples

All six members of the D'Alessandro family have developed their own platforms and brand as SaucyTV.

This LI family has millions of social media followers

Lead singer Adam Ezegelian got his start in music by auditioning on American Idol, but him and the band have been able to grow even more, thanks to TikTok.Videos with Dee Snyder and Jack Black are just some of the collaborations the band has done to increase their following.

How Adam and the Metal Hawks got started on TikTok

The dynamic duo created 'Our Filipino Grandma' with over a million followers across platforms.

This lola and her grandson spread memes, positivity and Filipino culture on TikTok

He travels across the country sharing his story at schools to inspire students to overcome adversity.

Rohan Murphy, a double amputee, travels to Long Island schools to help inspire students to overcome adversity.

The "scone queen," shares her recipes, comedy and Italian-American culture on TikTok, growing not only her following, but also growing her business called "The Hungry Gnome."

How recipes, comedy and her Italian-American heritage grew this chef's social media following.

Mele, 24, has over 27 million followers on TikTok and made content creation his full-time job.

He dropped out of college to make comedy videos with his dad. Now, TikTok is his full-time job.

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