FiFlix: Brett King: Ocean Beach to Hollywood
Fire Island is well known as a getaway spot for actors. Yet only one, whose centennial we mark this year, ...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: William Floyd Statue and the National Dialogue Continues
In response to Emma Boskovski’s “Fallen Idols of Fire Island (Part 2)” Published in our July 24, 2020, edition: ...
Chief Lyn and Cherry Grove’s New Fire Truck
By Laura Schmidt ~ Cherry Grove Fire Department unveiled its new uniquely designed First Response Vehicle/Engine, dedicated to influential former ...
INTERVIEW: A Conversation with Jackie Gordon
By Mariana Dominguez ~ “No woman has ever represented Suffolk County in the U.S. House of Representatives. This could now ...
PCLI 2020: Fire Island News Takes Home Four Media Awards
Among the many things that the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted, Press Club Long Island (PCLI) had to cancel their Media ...
Fire Island Lighthouse Vandalized with Graffiti
Less than one week after reopening to the public after the COVID-19 lockdown, Fire Island Lighthouse was defaced with ...
Saturday July 25 Structure Fire in Dunewood
A smoky fire visible for miles along the beach, as well on the other side of the bay, broke out ...
SPECIAL REPORT: Islip Explores Outsourcing Atlantique Marina Operations
By Laura Schmidt ~ Town of Islip’s recent decision to relinquish direct operation of Atlantique Marina has shocked boat owners, ...
BOOK REVIEW >>
“Rónán and the Mermaid: A Tale of Old Ireland”
“Rónán and the Mermaid: A Tale of Old Ireland” Juvenile Fiction Ages 5-8, Grades K-3 Marianne McShane Illustrated by Jordi Solano Candlewick Press What do an author from Ireland ...
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Get Baked Tuesdays at Cherry Grove Pizza and Italian Restaurant
179 Ocean Walk Cherry Grove, NY 11782 516-597-6766 Ordinarily when visiting Cherry Grove, I reach for one of my better summer dresses, but the heat ...
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EYE ON FI >> by Timothy Bolger
Smith Point: The Other Side of Fire Island
By Timothy Bolger ~ Beyond the 17 communities, out past “the other Fire Island” in the wilderness area, lies another side of the barrier beach ...
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HISTORY >> by Thomas McGann
Fresnel Lens – The Invention That Saved a Million Ships
Long Island is home to some 20 odd lighthouses. Montauk Point Light was the first built, but Fire Island Light is the tallest at 168 ...
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