Listen to this article Bank of America, with branches across Nassau County, has raised its minimum hourly wage to $24 for full-time and part-time positions in the United States, with a commitment to pay $25 an hour by 2025. The increase brings starting salaries to nearly $50,000 a year. Over the last seven years, the…
Listen to this article New Hyde Park-headquartered Northwell Health has appointed Dr. Abhisek Swaika as medical director of the health system’s Cancer Institute at Rego Park and chief of hematology/oncology at Long Island Jewish Forest Hills Hospital. Formerly Queens Medical Associates, the Northwell Health Cancer Institute aims to offer culturally sensitive care, working with patients…
Summer may be over but that doesn’t mean you have to stay inside. Modern advances in indoor/outdoor furnishings and fabrics make it possible to use a deck or patio as a living area even in the colder months. Plus there are fire pits, heat lamps, lanterns, cozy blankets, even outdoor kitchens. Keeping WarmPropane Standing Patio…
Step into the North Fork’s hottest new “Tasting Room” where the elegance of the 1920s meets modern sophistication Oenophiles rejoice! A stunning new tasting room has opened, nestled in the scenic heart of the North Fork in Jamesport. Main & Mill House offers a picturesque escape into Long Island’s rich wine culture with 66 acres…
Greenport’s 34th Annual Maritime Festival Greenport’s Annual Maritime Festival celebrates all things nautical and marks the end of the summer season on the East End. Co-sponsored by Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital and benefitting the East End Seaport Museum, this annual event is scheduled for the weekend of September 21-22. In addition to the…
These versatile and low maintenance plants are an ideal choice for any garden Ornamental grasses have become an increasingly popular element in landscape design throughout the North Fork. Admired for their beauty, versatility, and low-maintenance nature, these grasses offer a variety of textures, colors, and forms that can enhance any garden or landscape. They are…
Sustainability, Biophilic Design, and Multifunctional Space As architects move into a new and improved era of design, their focus has shifted toward sustainability, green spaces, and a more flexible way of living. This year, we’re exploring the architectural trends of 2024, including what’s new, what’s hot, and what’s on the minds of architects and homeowners…
Where to eat before and after the Maritime Festival Every September, Greenport hosts the epic Maritime Festival, a weekend-long party, of sorts, with street vendors, activities, a gala, and plenty of things to see, do, and, yes, eat. But after the Festival is over, you may want to grab a sit-down bite at an actual…
Captivating Old-World Colonial in Mattituck Set on a generous 1.25 acres, complete with a guest cottage and a separate art studio. Retaining period details, the main home has been thoughtfully updated and features two wood-burning fireplaces, wood floors throughout, a living room and family room bathed in natural light, a dining room with exquisite wainscoting, and…
Thinking of selling your house in New York? Looking to save on realtor fees? You might be considering listing on Craigslist. But is it a good idea? Let’s get into selling houses on Craigslist in New York and break down the do’s, and don’ts. Once an ad is submitted, it typically takes a short period…