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March 31, 2026

Long Island's Most Exclusive Communities Only Accessible by Bridge or Boat

Long Island's Most Exclusive Communities Only Accessible by Bridge or Boat

Long Island is known for its seamless stretch of neighborhoods, all connected by parkways, side streets, and backroads. But, there are a select number of communities that feel entirely separate. These hidden destinations are places you can only reach by crossing a bridge or, in some cases, by boat.

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Feb. 17, 2026

Five Must-Visit Restaurants for Chinese New Year (Long Island Edition)

Five Must-Visit Restaurants for Chinese New Year (Long Island Edition)

I recently spoke with Andrea Chen, Senior Vice President of Iaquinta Real Estate, who shared some fascinating facts about Chinese (Lunar) New Year and five must-visit Chinese restaurants to celebrate the start of the Year of the Fire Horse!

February 17th, 2026

Written by Al Iaquinta

 

Five Must-Visit Restaurants …

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Feb. 10, 2026

The Long Island Valentine's Day Guide

The Long Island Valentine's Day Guide

Long Island has everything you need to have the perfect weekend celebrating LOVE! Whether you're in a relationship, single, have kids, or don't, check out this Valentine's Day Guide for fun things to do!

February 10th, 2026

Written by Emma Behrens

 

The Long Island Valentine’s Day …

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Jan. 25, 2026

Iconic Long Island Sledding Locations

🛷 Sledding on Long Island!Iconic Long Island Sledding Locations

Check out these iconic Long Island sledding locations on the BEST sledding day of the year! 

January 25th, 2026

Written by Emma Behrens

 

 

New York State of Emergency is a Long Islanders’ green light for a perfect sledding day.

 

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Jan. 19, 2026

10 Cozy Cold-Weather Hobbies (Long Island Edition)

10 Cozy Cold-Weather Hobbies (Long Island Edition)

Check out the perfect, cozy cold-weather hobbies to do on Long Island!

January 19th, 2026

Written by Emma Behrens

 

10 Cozy Cold-Weather Hobbies (Long Island Edition)

 

It’s January… you’re cold… and bored… now what?  Iaquinta Real Estate’s got you covered. Keep reading!

 

1. Become a Comedian …

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Jan. 9, 2026

Five Favorite Long Island Communities for NYC Transplants!

Five Favorite Long Island Communities for NYC Transplants!
 

Below are five of my favorite Long Island communities for NYC transplants, each with its own unique character and popular appeal.

January 9th, 2026

Written by Al Iaquinta

 

Five Favorite Long Island Communities for NYC Transplants!

 

If you’re thinking about trading New York City living for more …
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Jan. 6, 2026

The Ultimate 2026 Long Island Bucket List: A Month-to-Month Guide to Living Local

The Ultimate 2026 Long Island Bucket List: A Month-to-Month Guide to Living Local

 

This is your month-to-month guide to living local...the Ultimate 2026 Long Island Bucket List!

January 6th, 2026

Written by Emma Behrens

 

 

The Ultimate 2026 Long Island Bucket List: A Month-to-Month Guide to Living Local 

 

JANUARY

“Exercising more” is the number one most popular New …

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Dec. 30, 2025

“Noon” Year’s Eve Activities of Long Island!

The Best “Noon” Year’s Eve Celebrations of Long Island

Check out the official Iaquinta Real Estate guide to the best "Noon" Year's Eve activities for the babies and toddlers of Long Island!

December 30th, 2025

Written by Emma Behrens

“Noon” Year’s Eve Activities of Long Island!

One of the biggest reasons families choose to buy a home on …
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Sept. 26, 2025

Controversial Deer Hunting in Suffolk County

Deer Hunting Controversy in Suffolk County

                        Photo Credit: DEC and LIDeerManagement.com

Controversy grows over the DEC's decision to curb deer overpopulation by accepting deer management hunting permits in Suffolk County.

September 26th, 2025

Written by Andrea Chen

 

The Long Island deer …

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Aug. 26, 2025

Long Islanders are Making Moves: Where They're Going and Why

Why are Long Islanders Coming and Going?

Why are Long Islanders coming and going? Check out this blog article to find out more!

August 26th, 2025

Written by Andrea Chen

 

Long Island has long been a desirable place to call home with its beautiful beaches and close proximity to New York City, but over the past …

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