Long Island History
Take a trip down memory lane with Newsday. We have local historical stories, photos, videos and more.
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A slaying in high society
A socialite shoots her husband, and the killing is called a case of mistaken identity.
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LI's vaccine volunteers
In 1954, thousands line up to fight polio -- taking the shots felt around the world.
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'The Movement' for equality
Polite protests come to an end as Long Island activists accelerate the drive to secure a range of civil rights.
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LI Our Story Chapter 8: The Growth of Suburbia
Read Chapter 8 of "Long Island: Our Story" here.
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A drug raid on campus
The 1968 police sweep at Stony Brook, a national first of its kind, ignites controversy.
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The sewer district stench
For greed, corruption and cost overruns, the Suffolk scandal is at the top of the heap.
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How LI teen Elinor Smith flew into history
Elinor Smith was a world-class pilot before she was out of her teens.
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Part one of Chapter 7: The Modern Era
Part one of Chapter 7 of “Long Island: Our Story” is available here.
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The story of the Big Duck
Born as a creature of commerce, the Big Duck grew to symbolize Long Island.
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Part two of Chapter 6: City and Suburb
Read part two of Long Island Our Story Chapter 6: City and Suburb.
