Albertson

Our critic's 12 choices, both real and fictional, come from all points of the LI compass, from the North Shore to the South, from mid-Island to Montauk.

Have you ever wondered where Long Island towns got their names? From Copiague to Quogue and everything in between, we've uncovered the origins of your hometown. Do you have any fun facts about your community that you'd like to share? Email rachel.weiss@newsday.com.

With Greenport having become a vibrant tourist town, residents now have "a lot to do right around where you live,” says 20-year resident Bob Ghosio, a Town of Southold council member.

Mom, dad, the kids and everyone else in your family, as submitted by readers.

Here's where to find some of our favorites.

Separate lawsuits allege Dow Chemical, Ferro and Vulcan Materials knew or should have known the possible carcinogen would pollute groundwater, and told commercial users how to dispose of waste solvents.

It began to snow as he gave her the ring.

Check out our top picks for last-minute gifts, from luxurious soaps and creams to delicious candy for all, that are bound to please.

Both Paul Navarro, 15, and his sister, Adryana, 8, received a life-altering procedure that should prevent any more abrupt trips to the hospital and give the family its first stress-free Christmas.

On the evening of Dec. 7, 1993, the admitting department at Winthrop Hospital in Mineola ...