Fire Island News & Great South Bay News Headlines Archive for April 21, 2026

the summer. It’s not uncommon for people to point to a group of birds and say, “There’s a ton of plovers right there! Why does the beach need to be closed?” As a former “plover monitor,” I often see people mistake the wrong birds for piping plovers.

Is this a Piping Plover? Know Your Shore Birds!

Posted on April 21, 2026

Marking the 11th consecutive year it has earned this national honor, the Town of Brookhaven has once again been recognized as a Tree City USA community. The designation, awarded by the Arbor Day Foundation, highlights the town’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, urban forestry, and long‑term sustainability.

Town of Brookhaven is Named “Tree City USA” for an 11th Consecutive Year

Posted on April 21, 2026

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