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 […]
Category: Crazy Facts About Long Island
What You Didn’t Know About Kings Park Psychiatric Center’s 111-Year History
Did you know the hamlet of Kings Park owes its name to a psychiatric hospital? Kings Park Psychiatric Center, originally known as the Kings County […]
Uncovering the Chilling History of the Amityville Horror House
It’s not just a house—it’s a legend. Nestled in the peaceful suburban streets of Amityville, this home has a history that blends true crime with […]
A Blast from the Past: Discover Three of Long Island’s Storied Windmills
Centuries ago, windmills weren’t just picturesque structures—they were essential machines driving the local economy. On Long Island, the constant bay and ocean breezes powered these […]
Why Fire Island Lighthouse Stands Above the Rest—Literally And More Crazy Facts!
Long Island’s lighthouses are more than just navigational aids—they’re monuments to history, resilience, and coastal charm. Among them, the Fire Island Lighthouse stands tall, quite […]
The 2024 Long Island Holiday Lights Map Is Here – And You Can Add Your House!
The holidays are aglow on Long Island, and this year’s LI Lights Map is ready to guide you to the best and brightest displays across […]
Lady of the Lake’s Transformation: Lake Ronkonkoma’s Beloved Carving Now the Venus de Milo of Long Island
For years, the towering 32-foot statue of Tuskawanta, the Lady of the Lake, has stood watch over the waters of Lake Ronkonkoma. A work of […]
Looks Fake (100% Real): BNL’s Joanna Fowler with Radioisotope Synthesis Aparatus in 1979
In our series of historical pics that look like they were taken on a movie set but are 100% real life is a picture of […]
Isaac Asimov’s Brother Stanley Was a Journalist at Newsday
Isaac Asimov is a writer who needs no introduction. But his brother Stanley might. Born in Brooklyn to Russian immigrant parents, Stanley Asimov was also […]
Looks Fake (100% Real): High Flux Beam Reactor at BNL in 1964
In our series of historical pics that look like they were taken on a movie set but are 100% real life is the experimental floor […]