Long Island reports first measles case of 2025, health officials say
New York’s first case of measles outside of New York City this year has been confirmed, according to the state Department of ...
Wildfires break out on Long Island, NY Gov. Kathy Hochul declares state of emergency
At least two commercial structures have burned down, Suffolk County officials said. One firefighter suffered second-degree ...
Gov. Hochul issues burn ban for Hudson Valley, New York City and Long Island
Following brush fires in Long Island, Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a burn ban until March 16, when New York’s annual statewide ...
Long Island measles outbreak unlikely after child tests positive, health officials say
The measles vaccination rate on Long Island should help keep the spread of the disease at bay, health officials say. This ...
Department of Education layoffs: How could Long Island schools, colleges be impacted?
Long Island educators, parents and students worry that the staff cuts could impact special education and student loans.
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Long Island measles case reported, possible public exposure at Queens hospital
A measles case in an unvaccinated child has been confirmed on Long Island. The announcement follows two cases of measles ...
S'mores eyed as suspected cause of Long Island wildfires
The cause of the wildfires that swept through part of Long Island, New York, over the weekend is believed to have been a ...
Long Island population grows modestly, U.S. Census Bureau data shows
The biggest drivers of the gains were international migration and births outpacing deaths, according to U.S. Census Bureau ...