For decades, the 56th Fighter Group Restaurant stood as one of the most unique and nostalgic dining spots on Long Island. Located on the grounds […]
Category: Crazy Facts About Long Island
After 168 Years, St. James General Store Gets Its 15 Minutes of Fame
After more than a century and a half serving locals and out-of-towners, Long Island’s oldest shop is suddenly enjoying viral fame. Thanks to a new […]
Crazy Facts About the Middle Grounds Lighthouse
Also known as Stratford Shoal Light, Middle Grounds Lighthouse, or “That Thing You See From the Ferry” Halfway between Port Jefferson and Bridgeport sits a […]
Before Pong, There Was Brookhaven: Long Island’s Video Game First
Before arcades. Before Nintendo. Before Atari. Long before kids argued over who got next on the joystick, Long Islanders were already lining up to play […]
From ATMs to Aviation: Historic Long Island Firsts That Changed America
When it comes to making history, Long Islanders never hesitate to step up first (or fly, sail, or swipe their cards, as the case may […]
We’re Not Gonna Fake It: Crazy Facts About Long Island’s Twisted Sister
You’ve headbanged to “I Wanna Rock” at Mulcahy’s more times than you care to admit—but did you know Long Island’s iconic glam-metal rockers, Twisted Sister, […]
The Last Track Standing: Crazy Facts About Riverhead Raceway
On any given Saturday night, if you’re near Exit 73 off the LIE and hear the sound of roaring engines and crunching metal, don’t panic—it’s […]
Lynbrook Library Nominated for Historic Recognition, Crazy Facts From Bookworms to Beaux-Arts
Governor Kathy Hochul recently unveiled a list of 20 exceptional sites across New York recommended for inclusion on the State and National Registers of Historic […]
Rum Runners and Speakeasies: Long Island’s Secret Prohibition History
This story about Long Island’s wild Prohibition days is brought to you by Artemis, a cocktail bar in Ronkonkoma that pays homage to the era […]
The Culper Spy Ring: How Long Island Spies Helped George Washington
Long Island was occupied by British forces for most of the Revolutionary War, but that also made it one of George Washington’s most valuable sources […]