After All Things

An endangered whale species has been spotted on Long Island, far from where they’re usually found. Connecticut state officials unveil new affordable housing in Westport. Neighborhoods near Brookhaven Landfill look to secure a state revitalization grant. Foo Fighters back out of this weekend’s Soundside Music Festival in Bridgeport. Plus, the latest from WSHU’s Off the Path.

The Town of Oyster Bay needs volunteers for a shell recycling program at the upcoming Oyster Fest. Connecticut officials want towns to ramp up plans for resilience projects. The MTA announces a $68 billion five-year improvement plan. Nearly 60 new laws will take effect in Connecticut next week. Plus, new information is released on the fatal bus crash involving Farmingdale high schoolers.

Suffolk residents were pretty good about preserving water this summer. Lawmakers from our region call for a federal study of Plum Island. Could New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart announce a run for governor? Plus, Connecticut’s AG prepares for possible legal challenges regarding the presidential election.

Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine proposed a $4 billion budget for 2025. Bridgeport residents are unhappy with the district’s response to recent school threats. Congressman Anthony D’Esposito may have violated ethics rules, according to an investigation by the New York Times. Plus, an effort in New York to recruit more public sector workers.

Connecticut’s largest job gains were in private education and information. Bridgeport schools continue to struggle with chronic absenteeism. Governor Hochul says social media addiction is impacting classroom interactions. A proposal in Riverhead would drastically restrict property rentals. Plus, how Donald Trump could impact down-ballot races in Connecticut.

Nassau County officers won’t face criminal charges for a car crash nearly two years ago that resulted in the death of a pedestrian. A New England-based dolphin stranding response team says it’s having the busiest season in 26 years of operation. Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection awarded four cities and towns with remediation grants. And, the history behind decades of famous dogs from Connecticut.

Multiple schools across our region have faced threats this week. The MTA lays out a five-year spending plan for the LIRR. Trump vows to win New York at his Long Island rally last night. Plus, more from WSHU’s Off the Path.

Thousands of Long Island Trump supporters attend the former president’s rally at Nassau Coliseum. Yale New Haven Health says a health equity plan during COVID was a success. And the latest from WSHU’s Off the Path.

The federal funds will support marina dredging and a wave wall for Port Jefferson Harbor. Officials say FEMA flood mapping of Connecticut needs an update. Connecticut gears up for early voting. Former President Donald Trump will hold a rally in Nassau tomorrow. And after 40 years, remains of an Indigenous ancestor have been returned to the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe.

Senator Blumenthal reacts to another assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Suffolk’s DA asks the public to help identify a Gilgo murder victim. Americans are expected to spend big money on sports betting this football season. Test results show New York students continue to fall behind in certain subjects. And why did Connecticut pull out of a multi-state offshore wind deal?