Fire Island News & Great South Bay News Headlines Archive for May 3, 2026

A walk past Argyle Lake in Babylon after the blizzards revealed the mute swans no going anywhere—massive white birds, with their reddish-orange bills and black face patches, gliding through half-frozen water as if it was just another day at the park.

Swan Story: Those Beautiful Birds Are Staying Put

Posted on May 3, 2026

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Aug 11, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) hits a single against the Atlanta Braves during the first inning at Truist Park.

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