✨ Good News from Long Island

Nick Schratwieser named Section VIII recipient of the NYSAAA Judith Ann Knight Positive Change Award for his leadership and commitment to student-athletes.

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Clean Energy

February 2026

Sunrise Wind Project Off Long Island Gets Green Light

Federal judges approve Ørsted's offshore wind project, bringing clean energy to power 600,000 homes and thousands of jobs to the region.

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Business

February 2026

6+ New Supermarkets Opening on Long Island in 2026

Whole Foods in Holbrook, Uncle Giuseppe's in Greenvale, Trader Joe's in Miller Place — Long Island shoppers have plenty of new options this year.

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Retail

January 2026

JD Sports Opens New Store at Green Acres Mall

Popular athletic footwear retailer brings the latest sneaker releases and exclusive drops to Valley Stream's premier shopping center.

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Health

February 9, 2026

Stony Brook Named One of America's 50 Best Hospitals — 4th Year Running

Stony Brook Medicine earned Healthgrades' highest recognition for the 4th consecutive year, placing it in the top 1% of hospitals nationwide. "This reflects the daily commitment of our entire team," said Executive VP William Wertheim.

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Community

February 7, 2026

Town of Oyster Bay Invites All to "Go Red" for Heart Health

Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilwoman Laura Maier are rallying residents across Long Island to wear red in support of American Heart Month and heart disease awareness.

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Education

February 5, 2026

West Elementary Teacher Presents at National Conference

Long Beach reading teacher Kelly Mendoza was invited to share innovative literacy strategies at the National Council of Teachers of English in Denver.

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Government

February 4, 2026

Village of Freeport Keeps Taxes Flat for 13th Straight Year

Mayor Robert Kennedy's budget proposal includes police expansion while maintaining the zero percent tax rate increase streak residents have come to expect.

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