‘The New Yorker’ turns 100: Here’s how it started with a poker game
To start The New Yorker, Ross’ poker partner Fleischmann was willing to stake him US$25,000—roughly $450,000 in today’s ...
Long Islanders charged in East Patchogue missing girl case arraigned on grand jury indictment
Nine Long Island residents kidnapped, raped and trafficked a 14-year-old East Patchogue girl during her recent 25-day disappearance, a Suffolk prosecutor said as the defendants were arraigned Thursday ...
Why do the New York Yankees have a facial hair policy? A full backstory
The New York Yankees have implemented a facial hair and personal appearance policy for decades. Here's how that rule came to ...
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Islanders mascot Sparky visits Riverhead on the eve of ‘P.S. I Love You Day’ with an important message for students
On the agenda at today’s assembly: learning about the importance of making smart decisions, eating healthy, staying active and treating each other with compassion. Also on the agenda: laughs and ...
For 50 years, Long Island has been a favorite target of 'Saturday Night Live' laughs
From Theresa Caputo to Amy and Joey and our unmistakable accent, Long Island has been the source of innumerable "SNL" gags ...
The Latest: Eagles spoil Chiefs’ three-peat bid, win Super Bowl 40-22
The Philadelphia Eagles have spoiled the Kansas City Chiefs' bid for a three-peat, winning the Super Bowl 40-22.
Kansas City Chiefs fall short in joining other three-peats across sports
The Kansas City Chiefs fell just short of rare air after falling 40-22 in Super Bowl LIX on Sunday. A Chiefs victory would ...
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Maven's Memories: Bill Mikkelson on the Original Islanders
No matter how you look at it, Bill Mikkelson was a pioneer.