Visible work has begun on the Long Island Expressway expansion/bridge project. The preliminary construction activity between exits 32 and 40 began earlier this summer. The public reaction to the first steps were visceral and dramatic, as entire areas of trees were cleared, leaving vast, open spaces. FULL STORY

It's a beautiful Friday morning in August and this retired grandpa is heading for the Mary Jane Davies Park with his paper and coffee to bask in the glow of the soon-to-be-opened children's playground. FULL STORY

Having thoroughly enjoyed Manhasset Bay Estates Association events on June 4 and July 18, your reporter's thoughts have been dwelling on the Southern end of the bay. The kayaking activities of George and Marianne Vescey came to mind. FULL STORY