Public access to the island only began in recent years. In 2021, the city parks department took over management of the site and launched free public tours and gravesite visitations. Now, the agency is releasing a long-term plan to improve the island’s infrastructure and climate resilience.

Engineers shut down the 60-year-old Fire Island Inlet Bridge on Long Island after a boat captain saw falling debris.

The Hart Island Concept Plan outlines a series of capital projects to better equip the island for burials while improving accessibility and visitor experience.

His primary victory already is reverberating east, with a potential impact on policy, politics, business and migration.

A 15‑year‑old boy was killed July 12 after he was struck by an unlicensed driver while fleeing New York City police on an electric bicycle, police said.

The driver who hit Benitez, Ruyan Ali, aged 28, was discovered to be without a driver's license and was subsequently charged with several offenses, including leaving the scene of an accident with fatality. At an arraignment, Ali pleaded not guilty and was issued a $100,000 bond, ABC7NY reported.

The city Economic Development Corporation will solicit rider feedback before any route modifications are made permanent.

Portofino, the restaurant that previously occupied the space at 555 City Island Avenue, serving seafood and Italian fare, closed when its owner retired after a two-decade run. Seizing an opportunity, Rafael Robles and Josh DeCuffa partnered to create ATIK and reimagine City Island’s culinary landscape.

When you're thinking about relocating to the East Coast, one question that often comes up is: is Long Island a good place to live? From beautiful beaches to highly rated

The Long Island business community is quietly but strategically taking stock of the potential impact of a socialist political agenda descending on neighboring