United States – October 19, 2026 -- The anonymous messaging app NGL has passed 15 million installs in recent weeks, and a child-safety advisory now urges parents to keep their kids away from such apps.

Anonymous messages have been linked to teen deaths

These apps let users message others without revealing who they are. The advisory says that ability is exploited by people who want to cyberbully, defraud, or molest.

New York – October 14, 2026 -- A typical New York City household using 720 therms of natural gas this winter is forecast to pay about $1,765, or $87 more than last year, according to National Grid. On Long Island and in the Rockaways, the same usage is projected to cost about $1,461, just $5 more.

Cheaper gas supply, pricier delivery

The forecasts cover the November-to-March heating season and assume normal winter weather. In New York City, the period runs from Nov. 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027.

Lake Success – October 12, 2026 -- Long Island patients can now book eye appointments with ophthalmologist Conner Style, DO, who begins seeing patients on October 12, 2026, at OCLI Vision's Lake Success and Manhasset offices.

Style's practice covers comprehensive eye care, advanced surgical procedures, and the evaluation and management of ocular emergencies. He focuses on technology-driven tools that help patients understand and follow their recovery plans.

Oceanside – October 06, 2026 -- All About Smiles Dentistry has relaunched its website and completed a full renovation of its office at 3471 Long Beach Road, marking three decades of serving families on Long Island.

The practice, founded in 1996 by Dr. Pamela L. Sands, DDS, now operates as a fully digital office. Its new site, allaboutsmilesoceanside.com, lets patients browse services, meet its three specialists, and access care resources online.

New York – September 22, 2026 -- GOAT USA has launched a co-branded apparel collection with the New York Jets, pairing the Long Island streetwear label's tee and hoodie designs with Jets branding for fans heading to MetLife Stadium.

The collection debuted at the Jets' White Out game on September 20

The line is built to work from tailgate lots to stadium seats, according to the brand. It will become widely available in early October through Jetsshop.com, GOATUSA.com, GOAT USA's retail locations, and select retail partners.

New York – September 08, 2026 -- AARP New York has rolled out a Staycation and New York Experiences campaign offering free events, day trips, classes and downloadable postcards to help residents 50 and older stretch their budgets this fall.

Plainview – September 08, 2026 -- Mid Island Y JCC will officially become Manes JCC after receiving a naming gift from longtime member Dr. Harvey Manes and the Manes Peace Prize Foundation.

The announcement came Wednesday evening at a community celebration at the agency's Plainview location, drawing members, neighbors and supporters from across Long Island. CEO Rick Lewis, board leadership and Dr. Manes spoke at the event, which included the unveiling of the new name.