For farmers like Mike Miezianka, owner of Toasted Oysters in Suffolk County, the winter’s damage was immediate and severe.

Brutal winter freezes Long Island shellfish industry, triggers federal disaster relief

A forecast calling for rain and unseasonably cold temperatures is dampening spirits for Long Island small business owners who rely heavily on a strong start to the summer.

Rainy Memorial Day weekend threatens turnout at Long Island businesses

This is not the first time the statue has been damaged.

Suffolk woman charged with criminal mischief after statue of Jesus' head removed at East Islip church

Jose Osma suffered severe injuries in the attack and underwent five brain surgeries, spending nearly a year in the hospital before succumbing to those injuries.

Roosevelt man sentenced 25 to life for murder behind Chuck E. Cheese

The bridge has operated with a single lane and weight restrictions since structural deterioration was discovered during an inspection last year. County officials previously said they hoped to restore two-way traffic by Memorial Day.

First on 12: Smith Point Bridge to reopen to 2 lanes ahead of Memorial Day weekend

The damage was discovered as churchgoers gathered for services and First Communion celebrations, an event that typically brings families to the spot to take photos.

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