Long Islanders offer tips to avoid technology theft on trains and subways
Seasoned Long Islanders who commute to New York City offered fellow passengers some tips for keeping safe in the wake of a dramatic rise in technology theft on trains and subways. The NYPD released a report in April detailing a 44 percent rise in technology-related thefts on New York City subways and Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) trains over the course of the past 12 months. “It’s... Read More
Video: Adventureland opens for summer season with new attractions
Long Island’s very own amusement park has opened its gates and will celebrate its 50th anniversary for this summer season. The Farmingdale park, which opened in 1962, is a family-owned business that focuses on children and family entertainment. Adventureland is one of just a few amusement parks on Long Island and employs about 250 workers. “We’re putting more time and effort... Read More
Storify: Summer fun on Long Island
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Video: LI farmers encourage consumers to ‘buy local’
Farmers on Long Island often struggle to survive with the high costs of land taxes, labor and production costs, yet they are able to sell effectively to Long Island consumers by directly marketing their locally grown products to them. Farmer’s markets are one way to reach out to consumers. Kennedy Plaza Farmer’s Market, which offers an array of products from asparagus to... Read More
Storify: Long Island moms take a break for ‘National Mom’s Nite Out’
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