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Roman shades, vertical blinds, and wooden shutters are just a few of the many types of window coverings people have in their homes. They are extremely popular, but how many people know the proper way to care for them?

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Don’t Be in the Dark When it Comes to Caring for Your Window Shades and Blinds

Posted on July 8, 2026

Fire Island Water Taxi cut through the Great South Bay as the afternoon sun started to turn everything golden. Jeff and I had decided to make a proper night of it: Low Tea at the Blue Whale, the Barn on Fire presentation at Whyte Hall, dinner at Pines Bistro, and dancing at the Pavilion.

Date Night Fire Island: Dinner, a Show, and Dancing Under the Stars

Posted on July 8, 2026

On Saturday, June 20, eight local home chefs competed in Ocean Beach’s third annual Top Toque competition at the Ocean Beach Community House. Each chef received a box of mystery ingredients, unknown even to the organizers, and crafted a dish judged on presentation, creativity, and taste. News 12 anchorwoman Erin Colton reprised her role as emcee, bringing indispensable energy and lucidity. “Same rules as Chopped, everyone!”

Top Toque the Big To-Do in Ocean Beach

Posted on July 7, 2026

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Whale of a Grand Opening at Watch Hill

Posted on July 7, 2026

Propane cylinders in a house backyard on a sunny day

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Propane Storage, Surplus Jet Ski, and More at Saltaire Village Meeting

Posted on July 7, 2026

Bay Shore community members gathered for a vigil to pray for those who died during the earthquakes in Venezuela.

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Bay Shore vigil offers prayers for victims of the Venezuelan earthquakes

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Paradise Lost: South Shore Featured in LIM’s Exhibit About 1970s Long Island Suburbia

Posted on July 6, 2026

In my experience, sellers often benefit from having their home on the market over the Fourth of July weekend. Fire Island is at its peak, with homeowners, renters, and visitors out enjoying the island, which naturally creates more exposure for listings and open houses. While some people are here strictly for the holiday and not actively looking to buy, the Fourth of July gives prospective buyers a chance to experience the community at its absolute best. These visitors can see the beaches, restaurants, events, and neighborhood atmospheres at their liveliest, immersing themselves in the traits that make each village on Fire Island unique. Real estate on Fire Island is often a lifestyle purchase, and buyers frequently decide they want to own here after experiencing that cherished lifestyle firsthand. I find the holiday weekend’s increased visibility and energy generally outweigh any distractions that come with the crowds; the island sells itself!

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During one of Fire Island’s busiest weekends, the Fourth of July, do sellers benefit from increased foot traffic, or can the holiday chaos become a distraction from serious buying activity?”

Posted on July 6, 2026

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After the Fourth of July: Where to Go and What To Do After the Big Holiday

Posted on July 5, 2026

Nearly five years after the loss of Sayville teenager Jeyson Reyes, his legacy continues to grow through scholarships, community outreach, and acts of kindness in his name.

Kindness Continues to Lead the Way Through the Live Like Jeyson Foundation

Posted on July 5, 2026

Time feels a little more precious during the summer compared to the other times of the year, making the question of how to spend it all the more consequential. Like many, I devote a great deal of my time to reading. Whether lazing in a hammock or lounging on a beach chair, this summer's stack has something for everyone: a giant glowing jellyfish, an art heist in Paris, a missed romantic connection at 30,000 feet, family secrets on Block Island, murder, mystery, and enough emotional drama to keep you slathered in sunscreen and suspense all summer long.

Books & Authors

SUMMER READING: What’s in My Beach Bag?

Posted on July 4, 2026

A circuit party in Fire Island Pines. The second season of the docuseries “Finding Fire Island" recently launched.

Gay City News

‘Finding Fire Island’: Capturing the history and magic of a queer enclave

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