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Long Island Business News Announces 2026 40 Under Forty
Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo, LLP Attorney Christina M. Russo named as recipient.
August 6, 2026
Legionnaires' Attorney: New Cooling Tower Law Came Too Late to Save Lives During Deadly NYC Outbreak
Says seven people unnecessarily died as a result of the outbreak.
August 6, 2026
Attorney: Invisible Vapor From Court Cooling Tower Puts Courthouse Users, Staff, Nearby Residents and LIRR Riverhead Customers At Risk
Suffolk County Health Department Says No Health Risk from Cooling Towers Found
August 3, 2026
City Declares Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak Over, But Not for Victims and Their Families, Attorney Says
Seven people dead, 92 are sickened and five are still hospitalized.
August 3, 2026
Personal Injury Attorney Calls for Statewide E-Bike Regulations Following Fatal NYC Crash
Seventeen-Year-Old Killed While Riding Illegal E-Bike
July 31, 2026
Twomey Latham Secures Significant Appellate Victory For State-Licensed Cannabis Dispensary In Riverhead Zoning Dispute
Dispute arose over enforcement of 1,000-foot buffer requirement against the proposed adult-use retail cannabis dispensary.
July 31, 2026
World's Newest Extreme Thrill Ride Makes U.S. Debut at Ulster County Fair
Artificial Intelligence sends riders nearly 50 feet into the air with a one-of-a-kind rotating motion never before seen on an American midway
July 29, 2026
Attorney Representing Upper East Side Resident Who Passed Away from Legionnaires’ Disease Holds Cooling Tower Owner Responsible
88-Year-Old Man in Perfect Health Dies Two-and-a-Half Weeks after Contracting Disease
July 19, 2026
Immigration Attorney Warns Proposed $100,000 Green Card Bond Could Price Out Many Immigrants
Queens Attorney Says State Department Proposal Would Create a Wealth Test for Lawful Immigration
July 17, 2026
Attorney Representing Upper East Side Resident Hospitalized During NYC Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak Calls for Accountability
Number of cases has risen to over 60, with 15 hospitalized.
July 15, 2026
250th Anniversary Celebrations Continue at the Empire State Fair
Enjoy 2 more evenings of fireworks and daily family entertainment, midway rides & favorite fair food
July 8, 2026
Two Small Plane Crashes in Three Days Raise Questions About Aircraft Maintenance, Aviation Attorney Says
Although there were no fatalities, questions surround what caused these planes to crash.
July 6, 2026
City Records Expose Safety Breakdown as Upper East Side Legionnaires’ Outbreak Hits 14 Cases
Reports of Legionella found in Carnegie Hill, Yorkville and Lenox Hill.
July 6, 2026
Harlem Brownstone Deed Theft Scheme Ends in Guilty Verdict; Homeowner Was Forced Into Homeless Shelter
New York deed theft attorney says conviction sends powerful warning as property fraud continues to threaten vulnerable homeowners
July 3, 2026
As Summer Jobs Become Harder to Find, Career Expert Encourages Teens to Build Their Own Businesses
Fewer traditional summer jobs are available, creating new opportunities for young people to earn income through skills-based businesses
July 2, 2026
Residents Demand Answers After Two Legionnaires’ Disease Cases Linked to East Village Apartment Building
Tenants say they were notified months after illnesses were confirmed and want a timeline for water system remediation.
June 30, 2026
Immigration Attorney Warns Supreme Court TPS Ruling Could Worsen Healthcare Worker Shortages
Up to 350,000 Haitians will be deported as a result of the court's decision.
June 30, 2026
New Indictment Highlights Growing Threat of Deed Theft Targeting Seniors with Dementia, New York Attorney Says
Attorney who recently won landmark deed theft case calls for stronger legal protections for vulnerable homeowners
June 26, 2026
NYC Launches Anti–Deed Theft Office Amid Arrest That Spotlights Growing Housing Crisis
NYC attorney said state needs to do more to crack down on this crime.
April 28, 2026
Immigration Attorney Warns DOJ Denaturalization Push Could Test Legal Safeguards
Trump seeks at least 200 denaturalization cases a day.
April 27, 2026
Crime Victims Center Expands Its Services with Second Location in Syosset
New Nassau location comes after closing of The Safe Center Long Island last year.
April 27, 2026
Aviation Attorney Calls for Increased Staffing of Air Traffic Controllers after Another Near-Miss at Busy Airport
Two such incidents happened within three days of each other.
April 27, 2026
Near-Miss at Nashville Airport Raises Renewed Concerns Over Air Traffic Control Staffing, Aviation Attorney Says
Two Southwest planes were within approximately 500 feet of each other.
April 21, 2026
Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer to Speak at LIMBA on “A Look at the Town’s Accomplishments and Future Plans”
He is currently the town's longest-serving supervisor.
April 17, 2026
Newton Shows Partners with Merrick Chamber of Commerce to Present 29th Annual Kids Fest
Three-day event features rides, vendors, games and food.
April 17, 2026
Aviation Attorney Says Plane Involved in Deadly Tennessee Crash Experienced Problems
Plane experienced fluctuation in airspeed and loss of altitude before the crash.
April 15, 2026
“Too Little, Too Late”: Attorney Warns New NYC Cooling Tower Rules Come After Preventable Deaths
Part of a crackdown on preventing spread of Legionnaire's disease.
April 13, 2026
The New York Dog Bite LawyerⓇ Named Official Sponsor of the Long Island Ducks
Bark in the Park to be held on July 1 during the game.
April 13, 2026
Aviation Attorney Raises Urgent Safety Questions After Fatal Arizona Plane Crash
Plane goes off runway and bursts into flames, killing two people.
April 10, 2026
First-Time Author Kerry Smith to Release Children’s Book My Dog Mike April 9
Book offers families, educators, and caregivers an engaging read-aloud experience designed for children ages one to six.
April 7, 2026
New Group Formed to Support School Board Candidates Promoting Fiscal Responsibility, Higher Educational Standards
Candidates will not accept donations from teachers unions.
April 7, 2026
New York Employers Face Imminent Ban on Job Applicant Credit Checks Starting April 18
Employment attorney says a person's finances isn't related to job performance.
April 2, 2026
Suffolk County Sheriff Dr. Errol D. Toulon, Jr. Addresses the Successes and Challenges of Fighting Crime in Suffolk at LIMBA
The sheriff has an extensive background with more than 30 years of criminal justice experience, heavily centered upon corrections intelligence and combating gang violence.
March 26, 2026
Aviation Attorney: “Cockpit and Tower Recordings Likely Critical to Determining Cause of Deadly LaGuardia Collision”
Plane, fire truck collide, killing 2 people and injuring over 40.
March 24, 2026
LIMBA Mourns the Loss of One of Long Island’s Strongest Advocates in Ernie Fazio
He was a longtime member and co-chair of the group.
March 17, 2026
Nokado School of Self Defense to Host Free Community Self-Defense Class Benefiting Alzheimer’s Association®
Event is in memory of head instructor's father, who passed away from complications related to dementia.
March 13, 2026
Disability Bias Lawsuits Surge as Return-to-Office Policies Expand, NYC Employment Lawyer Warns
The number of federal employment lawsuits filed last year was the most since 2018.
March 13, 2026
Newton Shows Partners with Queens County Farm Museum for the 29th Queens County Farm Museum “Apple Blossom Carnival”
Event will take place on three weekends during the month of April.
March 12, 2026
Northwell Health CEO Emeritus Michael J. Dowling Discusses the State of Healthcare in New York at LIMBA
He previously served as the hospital system's chief executive officer.
March 12, 2026
Aviation Attorney Raises Questions about Deicing Delay, Jet Design in Fatal Maine Crash
The plane flipped over and caught on fire, killing all six on board.
March 10, 2026
Aviation Attorney Says Preliminary NTSB Report Could Raise Issues About Approach For Landing, Aircraft’s Instruments And Avionics In Fatal Crash
Plane crash on side of mountain in Colorado killed four people.
March 3, 2026
Mortgage Rates Dip Below 6% for First Time Since 2022 — But Long Island Buyers May Face Intensifying Competition
Higher home prices and lower inventory can be expected.
March 2, 2026
FIRST Long Island Regional FIRST® Robotics Competition To Be Held For 27th Consecutive Year
Forty-Eight Teams from Long Island, NYC and the World to Compete at Hofstra University for REBUILT(SM) Presented by Haas
February 27, 2026
Aviation Attorney: Failure to Pass ROTOR Act Leaves Flying Public at Risk After Deadly D.C. Crash
Sixty-seven people were killed last year after a passenger plane collided mid-air with a military helicopter.
February 26, 2026
Aviation Attorney Says Malfunctioning Instruments Or Avionics Could Be Indicated In Deadly Colorado Crash
Says avionic equipment is the most needed when flying in cloudy and/or nighttime conditions.February 19, 2026
Career Coach: Quiet Shifts in Regional Job Market Mean Professionals Should Move Now — Not Later
Says job applicants should not hold out for their "dream job" because the window of opportunity may close.
February 17, 2026
Immigration Attorney Applauds Federal Ruling Preserving TPS for 350,000 Haitians
Daniel S. Drucker says they cannot go back to their home country due to political unrest, violence, starvation and disease.
February 4, 2026
Aviation Attorney Slams FedEx Plan to Return MD-11 Freighters to Service After Deadly Crash
Keith Williams says the move by the delivery company is "reckless."
February 2, 2026
New York Institute of Technology President Dr. Jerry Balentine Discusses “How Higher Education Fosters Innovation and Entrepreneurship on Long Island”
There is no cost to register, but seating is limited.
January 30, 2026
Another Legionnaires’ Case Reported at Illinois State Facility; Attorney Urges Stronger Prevention Measures
Says local governments should take a proactive, not reactive, approach in infection control.
January 22, 2026