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Jones Beach, Long Beach, Robert Moses and more Long Island beaches to explore this summer. 

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Discover the beauty of nature and plant life at arboretums and botanical gardens.

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In the 1960s and '70s, one reader argues, we became an individualistic society that viewed the 50s as a plastic time. But in deciding not to "be" there for one another, we collectively did not hold onto what was dear.

My Turn: Rituals, freedoms and what we've lost

A lot has changed over the years, from new grandchildren to aging parents, but for Gary Mantell the "freak flag is still flying."

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George Povall has a gift for making technical environmental issues clear. 

'People are ready for change,' LI energy advocate says

From monthly events in Westbury and Huntington to a three-day festival in Montauk, tango has proved popular among Long Islanders.

'Everything else disappears': LI tango lovers find community, connection

From records to cassettes and CDS, and then back again, Ian Ross of Plainview's music collection has come full circle.

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It pays to read the fine print of the IRA distributions rules.

Ask the Expert: Distributions from an inherited IRA

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Resorts, dining, pickleball are popping up as venues for the unclothed.

The Column: Naked comes the senior citizen?

On the screen flashed my son's car and him, a plastic foam container in hand, getting out.

My Turn: An unexpected treat on Mother's Day

Turtle Rescue of the Hamptons has saved about 2,500 of the reptiles in 11 years.

Turtles, ailing and abandoned, 'would be dead' if not for LIers' care

The scammers have invaded my dinky little website, flooding the comments section.

The Column: It's hard enough steering clear of robocalls

We had all gone on to live different lives in different states.

My Turn: 3 siblings, together again, briefly

You can't collect until your husband or wife has filed for Social Security.

Ask the Expert: When can wife get spousal benefit?

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Courtney Leonard is the local artist behind two new exhibits here on Long Island,  at the Heckscher Museum of Art in Huntington and at Planting Fields in Oyster Bay. The Hecksher exhibit explores the different definitions of the word breach, focusing on the environment and Leonard's heritage as a member of the Shinnecock Indian nation. Newsday's Macy Egeland reports.

'As a Shinnecock person, I know what's happening here on Long Island'

The Belmont Stakes is more than just horse racing, it's all about the fashion. NewsdayTV's Senior Lifestyle Host Elisa DiStefano reports. 

It's all about the Belmont hats

Explore farmers markets in Long Beach and Roslyn for fresh fish, vegetables and so much more. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday food writer Erica Marcus report.

Farmers market tips: 'Bring a bag and go with no preconceived notions'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano tried tacos with Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez at the new Tacombi in Westbury. The taqueria, which originated in Mexico, also has locations in Manhattan and Montauk. 

Taste testing tacos at LI's first Tacombi

This weekend is packed with fun things to do. From a Pride parade in Huntington to the Belmont Stakes, check out what's happening on Long Island. 

What's up on LI this weekend: The Belmont Stakes, Huntington Pride Festival and Taste the East End at the LI Aquarium 

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your look at three new play places on Long Island: La La Land in Babylon, Play a la Mode in East Setauket and More Than Play in Seaford.

Pretend villages, slides and more at new play places

Thousands packed Jones Beach for the Bethpage Air Show rehearsal  Friday with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, celebrating their 70th year of service. NewsdayTV's Cecilia Dowd reports. 

Up, up and away at Jones Beach!

From a new location of the Parisian womenswear shop, ba&sh, to vintage finds at Morphew and shoes made from designer scarves at Respoke, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your look at Southampton's newest shops.

3 new East End shops to check out

BesTea by Hitch in Babylon is a tea bar with DIY and community driven workshops. Owner Joseph DeBello wants everyone to know that BestTea is a safe space to just be yourself. NewsdayTV's Senior Lifestyle Host Elisa DiStefano reports. 

Sip the tea or spill it at new Babylon tea bar

Hounds Town Hicksville specializes in dog-friendly desserts and baked goods.

Festive treats for your dog 

Including the new Baja Boathouse in Patchogue.

3 waterfront restaurants to try this summer

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Meghan Giannotta hop aboard the Paddle Pub in Patchogue to share a first look at Newsday's 2023 Summer Fun Book, Long Island's ultimate summer guide.

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Director of troupe of disabled actors loves all that they bring to the stage. 

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