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The Long Island Fair Turns 184 This September at Old Bethpage Village Restoration
by Long Island Wave ·Started in 1842 on vacant lots and farmers' fields, the Long Island Fair is now the only county fair sanctioned by New York State for Nassau, Suffolk and Queens, and it returns to Old Bethpage Village Restoration September 25 through 27.
How a 1970s Road Race Idea Became One of the Country's Top 100 Runs in Northport
by Long Island Wave ·John Rakucewicz thought Northport's scenery would make for a good road race. Nearly 50 years later, the Great Cow Harbor 10K sells out every year, draws thousands of runners, and consistently ranks among Runner's World's top 100 races in the country.
The Ghosts of Long Island's Gold Coast: Inside Three Haunted Mansions
by Long Island Wave ·From the fireproof castle a banker built out of spite to the dime-store fortune that ended in tragedy, Long Island's Gold Coast mansions carry more than just architectural history. Locals and staff swear some of their original owners never really left.
Inside LI Salted Spirits, the Sayville Distillery Bottling Long Island's Own Sea Salt
by Long Island Wave ·A former chef built a distillery around the idea that salt, not sugar, is what makes a good drink great, using hand-harvested Amagansett sea salt in every bottle his Sayville tasting room pours.
Splish Splash Debuts Stingray Bay and Brings Back Neon Nights for Summer 2026
by Long Island Wave ·Long Island's biggest water park opened its 2026 season with a new water playground, the return of its after-dark Neon Nights event, and two new places to eat between rides.
For More Than 25 Years, Long Beach's Polar Bears Have Jumped Into Winter to Grant Wishes
by Long Island Wave ·What started as one man's 40th birthday dip in the freezing Atlantic became a Super Bowl Sunday tradition that has raised more than $11 million for Make-A-Wish, in memory of a four-year-old named Paulie who never got the chance to grow up.
The Long Island Barber Students Who Give Free Haircuts to Kids With Cerebral Palsy
by Long Island Wave ·Each year, apprentice barbers from the Barber and Beauty Institute of New York set aside their paying clients to give free haircuts and facials to participants at the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau, calling it the best lesson of their training.
Your Website Is Probably Losing Customers in the First Five Seconds. Here Is How to Find Out.
by Long Island Wave ·Most small business websites fail in the same four places. A short diagnostic any Long Island owner can run on their own site in about twenty minutes.
BEDGEAR Doubles Its Farmingdale Headquarters With a $2 Million Expansion
by Long Island Wave ·BEDGEAR's Farmingdale headquarters just doubled in size after a $2 million buildout, with local officials from both Nassau and Suffolk on hand to celebrate.
A $200 Million Plan Would Reinvent Hicksville's Broadway Commons Mall
by Long Island Wave ·A $200 million plan would strip the roof off Hicksville's Broadway Commons mall and rebuild it as an open-air shopping and entertainment destination.
40 Long Island Small Businesses Just Split $200,000 in Local Grants
by Long Island Wave ·Forty Nassau and Suffolk small businesses split $200,000 in grants from the Long Island Association and Optimum Business this June.
NYU Langone Breaks Ground on Long Island's First New Hospital Since 1980
by Long Island Wave ·NYU Langone has broken ground on a multibillion-dollar Melville campus, Long Island's first new hospital in more than four decades.
Suffolk County's Tick Season Arrived Early This Year, Doctors Say
by Long Island Wave ·Suffolk County doctors say ticks showed up earlier and in greater numbers this year, with a growing local concern around the lone star tick.
A Long Islander's Second Cancer Fight Is Fueling Oyster Bay's Empire State Ride
by Long Island Wave ·Empire State Ride Long Island founder Steve Mars is fighting lymphoma for a second time even as his Oyster Bay ride keeps funding cancer research.
YMCA of Long Island Launches Its 2026 Back to School Supply Drive
by Long Island Wave ·YMCA of Long Island is collecting school supplies at four branches through August 28 to help local families headed back to class.
RGNY's 2026 Harvest Series Invites Long Islanders to Pick, Stomp, and Celebrate the North Fork Grape Harvest
by Long Island Wave ·RGNY's 2026 Harvest Series invites the public to pick grapes, stomp them, and celebrate the season on Riverhead's North Fork.
Adventureland Marks 64 Years With Its First Ever Drone Light Show
by Long Island WaveAdventureland debuted its first ever drone light show over Route 110, a modern spectacle for a Farmingdale amusement park celebrating 64 years.
Nominations Are Open for the Second Annual Herald Health and Beauty Awards
by Long Island WaveNominations are open for the second annual Herald Health and Beauty Awards of Long Island, with an October 8 gala at the Heritage Club at Bethpage.
My Kind of Town: Casa Stellina Turns Wednesday Into Sinatra Night
by Long Island WaveCasa Stellina in Farmingdale hosts Sinatra Night every Wednesday, 6 to 9 p.m., with vocalist Gino Dabbicco, modern Italian food, and cocktails. No cover, reservations only.
How to Choose a Marketing Agency on Long Island: What Business Owners Should Ask in 2026
by Long Island WaveWith more than a hundred agencies between Great Neck and Montauk, choosing a marketing partner is one of the highest-leverage decisions a Long Island business makes. Here is what separates the contenders, and the five questions to ask before you sign.
Meet Sweet 16 Social: Long Island's First Ever Sweet 16 Expo Is Here
by Long Island WaveSweet 16 Social is Long Island's first and only Sweet 16 expo, taking place July 16, 2026 at Sunset Harbour Catering in Patchogue, NY. Meet elite vendors, get inspired, and plan the ultimate celebration all in one night.
A Brunch Worth Lingering Over: Enology's Blanc & Franc Series Returns May 17
by Long Island WaveOn May 17, Enology Wine Bar & Bistro in Saint James is hosting the Blanc & Franc Brunch Series, a five-course, wine-paired afternoon featuring pours from Lieb Cellars, McCall Wines, and Suhru Wines. Chef Albert's menu…
Long Island Wellness Businesses Are Shouting. The Ones Growing Are the Ones Making Smaller Claims.
by Long Island Wave ·The wellness market on Long Island is crowded with big promises. Narrower, more specific claims are outperforming louder ones, and there is a reason.
Long Island, Get Ready to Glow: Red Light Method Is Opening in Commack This Summer
by Long Island WaveRed Light Method is bringing medical-grade, FDA-cleared red light therapy to Commack, NY this Summer 2026, and it is unlike anything Long Island has seen before. With a complete wellness system that includes Power Plate…
Dr. Luis Fandos Honored by Mondays Cancer Care Community
by Long Island WaveAlluring Age and Dr. Luis Fandos have been named the 21st official Charter of Mondays, a national cancer-care community dedicated to empowering individuals through education, early detection, and compassionate support.…
A Conversation with Jimmy Kilimitzoglou of Enology Wine Bar & Bistro
by Long Island WaveIt had to have a personality. It had to have a story." Jimmy Kilimitzoglou discusses the intentional design and deep rooted hospitality that define Enology Wine Bar & Bistro. Discover how this St. James destination…
Creations Magazine Named Exclusive Platinum Sponsor of the Wave Mind, Body and Spirit Expo
by Long Island WaveCreations Magazine has been named the Exclusive Platinum Sponsor of the 2025 Wave Mind, Body & Spirit Expo, coming March 15 to the Hilton Melville. The partnership brings together two Long Island leaders in holistic…
PIKE Is the App Replacing Half Your Phone and Making Discovery Fun Again
by Long Island WavePIKE is the discovery app quietly replacing your notes, screenshots, group chats, and endless saved posts. Built for modern explorers, PIKE lets you discover new places, organize experiences into guides, and share your…
SalonTech The All-In-One System Turning Salons Into Well Run Powerhouses
by Long Island WaveSalonTech is transforming the way salons run their business. Designed by industry veteran Karen Hardee, this all-in-one salon management platform replaces scattered apps and manual work with a unified system for…
Help America Hear Day of Giving: Where Hope Becomes Hearing
by Long Island WaveHelp America Hear’s annual Day of Giving returns on November 22, bringing life-changing support to more than twenty individuals who will receive hearing aids and comprehensive care at no cost. This closed-door event…
Enology Wine Bar & Bistro Sets the Standard as a Top Wine Bar on Long Island
by Long Island WaveEnology Wine Bar & Bistro has quickly earned its reputation as a top wine bar on Long Island and the premier wine destination in Saint James. Built on passion, intention, and a wine-first philosophy, Enology brings…
Alluring Age’s Pina Prainito to Keynote at CHIC Summit Leadership Conference in NYC
by Long Island WaveAlluring Age’s Pina Prainito will take the stage at the Chic Summit Leadership Conference on December 6, 2025, in NYC, sharing her wellness-centered framework — The 5 Pillars of Balance — to help ambitious women lead…
Enology Wine Bar & Bistro: Where Intention Becomes Experience
by Long Island WaveOpening late November 2025 in Saint James, Enology Wine Bar & Bistro invites guests to experience the art of intentional dining and the beauty of connection. Founded by Dr. Dimitrios “Jimmy” Kilimitzoglou, Enology…
Johnny Gymss: Long Island’s Voice for Strength, Wellness & Lifestyle Change
by Long Island WaveJohnny Gymss isn’t just a trainer—he’s a guide to transformation. With years of experience in fitness, wellness, and nutrition, Johnny helps his clients achieve lasting physical and mental breakthroughs. His…
Alluring Age’s Dr. Luis Fandos Earns Vagus Nerve Certification
by Long Island WaveAlluring Age is proud to announce that Dr. Luis Fandos, MD, ABAPM, has earned Level One Certification in Vagus Nerve Science and Clinical Conditions from the Vagus Nerve Society. With over 25 years of experience in…
The New Frontier of Wellness: A Must-See Panel at the Wave Wellness & Beauty Expo
by Long Island WaveThe Wave Wellness & Beauty Expo will feature a landmark panel, The New Frontier of Wellness: Where Health, Beauty & Lifestyle Meet . Moderated by Krista Bennett DeMaio, founder of Pretty Local , this engaging discussion…
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