LI State Park Cutbacks

Some blame the economy. Some blame the governor and the Legislature. And others point the finger at Washington.

Rockaway leaders didn’t know of wind farm plans

Jonathan Gaska’s telephone buzzed about 10 a.m. yesterday. Assemb. Audrey Pheffer (D-Rockaway) was on the line and wanted to know what Gaska knew about a proposal to build a wind farm 10 miles off the shoreline of the Rockaways.

Wind Farm Site Considered 10 Miles From Queens Shore

Has the economic or political climate changed for wind power on Long Island? The Long Island Power Authority hopes so.

Lack of beach sand buildup sparks flooding concerns

The failure of some of Long Island’s ocean beaches to build up with sand this year has local officials and residents concerned that powerful winter storms could sweep beachfront houses out to sea and cause widespread flooding.

Trump files lawsuits over Jones Beach project

Donald Trump went on the offensive yesterday for his Jones Beach project, suing the state and accusing officials of sabotaging the project when a new parks chief took office last year.

Preservation group says Jones Beach is endangered

Robert Moses considered it his crown jewel.

Now two preservation groups want to ensure that Jones Beach State Park is preserved as the storied architect envisioned it — a miles-long public oceanfront with the amenities of a private resort.