The idea of connecting Long Island to Connecticut – or even Westchester and Rhode Island – has been around for over 80 years. Here’s a […]
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Rothmann’s Steakhouse Has A Rich Tradition With A-list Clientele & A Brief Stint as a B-list Chain Restaurant
By Himma Sharma A formal landmark that once hosted Theodore Roosevelt, Jaqueline Kennedy, and Elizabeth Taylor, this East Norwich steakhouse is keeping up a tradition […]
From Hewlett Harbor to Hollywood! Stan Lee’s Superpowered Legacy on Long Island
Spider-Man’s Creator and Long Island Resident: The True Story of Stan Lee Stan Lee, the creative powerhouse behind Marvel Comics, transformed a modest publishing company […]
Exploring Long Island’s Indigenous Heritage: The Original 13 Tribes
Long Island’s rich history begins with its first inhabitants: the Native American tribes who shaped its landscape and culture long before European settlers arrived. Their […]
Thundersnow, 80 MPH Winds, and 15-Foot Drifts: The Blizzard of ’78
On February 6, 1978, Long Island faced one of its most powerful and unforgettable winter storms: the Blizzard of ’78. For 33 hours, snow fell […]
The 1909 Bay Shore Train Wreck: A Glimpse into LIRR History
In the early 20th century, train travel was a lifeline for Long Islanders, connecting communities and enabling commerce. However, it wasn’t without its risks. On […]
America’s First ATM: How Long Island Revolutionized Banking in 1969
Imagine a time when you couldn’t just swing by an ATM at any hour to grab some quick cash. Hard to picture, isn’t it? But […]
Remembering the 1975 Toll Protest on Long Island’s Southern State Parkway
In March of 1975, Long Islanders took to the embankment next to the Southern State Parkway toll plaza, united in protest. Their cause: a hike […]
How a Spruce Tree From Yaphank Became a Rockefeller Center Holiday Icon
In 1949, a towering 75-foot Norway spruce from Yaphank lit up Manhattan, becoming one of the most extravagant Christmas trees in Rockefeller Center history. Imagine […]
Kings Park Psychiatric Center: The 111-Year History Behind Long Island’s Abandoned Landmark
The hamlet of Kings Park has an unusual connection to the sprawling psychiatric hospital that once dominated its waterfront: the community took its modern name […]