Long Island's farms prepare for summer festivals, with the 70-year-old Mattituck Strawberry Festival and activities like watermelon feasts and lavender events drawing local participation.

Jacob Riis Park in Queens faces continued beach closure due to erosion and hazardous conditions, with no immediate plans for sand replenishment, despite past incidents and local infrastructure concerns.

Astoria, the wild turkey known for her urban exploits, was spotted strutting through Midtown Manhattan, possibly searching for a mate, to the surprise of locals.

The NYC Council approved a project to transform parking lots at Citi Field into an entertainment complex with a casino, generating jobs and providing public green space.

A stranded, underweight Risso's dolphin died on Long Island despite rescue efforts. Its necropsy will provide insight into ocean health and species behavior.

The Suffolk County DA is investigating alleged abuse at Holtsville Ecology Site after a bear's death, amid claims of neglect and poor care at the refuge.

Animal welfare advocates question the care of "Honey," a bear euthanized at Holtsville Ecology Center, amid allegations of mistreatment and calls for reform.

A humpback whale was spotted under Brooklyn Bridge, a rare sighting confirmed by the U.S. Coast Guard, drawing attention and caution from onlookers and researchers alike.

Malt Drive Park, a new waterfront park in Long Island City, offers local amenities and is built to be flood-resistant, while also promoting local ecology and being adjacent to a residential development with affordable housing units.