HISTORICAL FACTS: Fire island - Caught on Camera

On New York's Fire Island, scientists fenced deer out of two sites; over 4 years, young lone star ticks were reduced by 48.4%, but adult ticks were not controlled

Ticks, especially the lone star variant, are becoming increasingly worrisome for those who enjoy the great outdoors. Studies point out that although deer herds influence tick populations, other factors are at play. A research effort in Connecticut demonstrated that reducing deer numbers led to a decrease in tick populations and…

The Economic Times · Oct 27

After a 1962 storm battered Fire Island, Robert Moses proposed a highway along the New York barrier island; residents fought it and 17 private communities now sit inside a national seashore

The fierce nor'easter of 1962 became a pivotal moment for Robert Moses as he sought to introduce a highway on Fire Island. Yet, the local populace and property owners stood firm against the initiative, worried for their environment and community’s future. Their activism prompted valuable support from the federal government,…

The Times of India · Aug 21

DSA Goes for Florida

Plus: Fire Island, data center NIMBYism, cost-of-living discourse, and more...

Reason · Aug 19

Standing stones, urban hellscapes and male nudes: Derek Jarman’s glorious Super 8 short films

The easy freedom of this medium allowed the artist to range over subjects as diverse as Tarot, male nudes at Fire Island and a friend’s flat – and offer clues to his more public feature films

The Guardian - UK · May 7, 2024

Rex Heuermann investigated for two other Gilgo Beach murders

It took years for the remains of Karen Vergata and Valerie Mack to be identified and – as of yet – Rex Heuermann has not been charged with their murders

The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023

Sons of newly-identified Gilgo Beach murder victim Karen Vergata ‘weren’t warned by police’

Long Island police on Friday identified the victim previously known only as Jane Doe 7

The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2023

Sharks bite 3 Long Island swimmers on July 4, day after teen surfer attacked off Fire Island beach

Sharks bit at least two swimmers on the beaches of Fire Island and another swimmer in the Hamptons on Tuesday, authorities said, startling vacationers, closing beaches and bringing the tally of possible bites at the Long Island summer destinations to five in just two days.

Tribune News Service · Jul 5, 2023

Fire Island Is An Underrated And Amazing Romantic Comedy (And Perfect To Watch During Pride Month)

Fire Island is an incredibly underrated and amazing rom-com, it's also the perfect watch to celebrate Pride Month.

Cinemablend · Jun 11, 2023

Boat debris washed up on New York shore may belong to famous SS Savannah shipwreck in 1821

A chunk of weather-beaten flotsam that washed up on a New York shoreline last fall has piqued the interest of experts who say it is likely part of a famous shipwreck

The Independent UK · Feb 24, 2023

Flotsam found off New York may be from famous SS Savannah

A chunk of weather-beaten flotsam that washed up on a New York shoreline last fall has piqued the interest of experts who say it is likely part of a famous shipwreck

The Independent UK · Feb 24, 2023