LI waters once teemed with oysters. A hatchery is trying new ways to restore the shellfish.

Environmentalists are using new techniques to grow oysters robust enough to withstand predators.

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This Suffolk hamlet has old timey vibes on one end and modern housing developments on the other
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Eastern Suffolk BOCES moving out of shuttered school, which will become multipurpose center
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LI nonprofit sells Bohemia office for $9M
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Upcoming Events

Learn to Be Tobacco Free

Nov5

Multi-session program offered by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services for treating nicotine dependence, with a focus on the physical, behavioral and psychological aspects of nicotine dependence, Nicotine Replacement Therapies will be available for a nominal fee, held for 6 sessions on Thursdays (no session on Nov. 26) with a reunion on Jan. 7, register

Where

Longwood Public Library

800 Middle Country Rd.

Middle Island, NY

Phone

631-924-6400

Price

free

Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance

Nov10

Speak with a New York State of Health Insurance Enrollment Assistor about choosing a plan that is right for you

Where

Longwood Public Library

800 Middle Country Rd.

Middle Island, NY

Phone

631-924-6400

Price

free

Reduce Your Energy Bills

Nov10

A representative from PSEG Long Island will discuss how to lower your energy bills, conserve energy and make your home healthier and safer through PSEG's Residential Energy Affordability Partnership (REAP) program

Where

Longwood Public Library

800 Middle Country Rd.

Middle Island, NY

Phone

631-924-6400

Price

free

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