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An analyst and media figures urged the PGA of America to exclude Long Island from hosting future majors, citing consistently hostile crowds at Bethpage and Shinnecock Hills during the U.S. Open (and Ryder Cup), as Wyndham Clark won the Open amid criticism of fan behavior.
TGI Fridays has permanently closed three of its restaurants on Long Island, specifically in Bay Shore, Islandia, and Massapequa, as part of a larger wave of over 30 closures nationwide. Despite these closures, seven locations remain operational on Long Island.
During his New Year's Eve concert at UBS Arena in Long Island, Billy Joel humorously addressed his decision to sell his Oyster Bay home for $49 million, clarifying that he isn't leaving Long Island but will spend more time in Florida. He joked about doing what "old Jewish guys from Long Island" do. Joel has lived in the home for over two decades and has expanded the estate to 26 acres. Despite the sale, he still owns a renovated summer home in Sag Harbor and another home in Florida, with an eye on additional properties in the state.
Health officials in Nassau and Suffolk counties on Long Island are alerting parents about a significant increase in whooping cough cases, particularly warning about the risks to unvaccinated infants under 2 months old. Dr. John Zaso has noted a spike in cases and emphasizes the importance of recognizing symptoms and the safety of the vaccine. The infection, which is preventable by vaccination, can lead to severe complications in infants, including pneumonia and brain damage. The majority of cases are among school-aged children and their parents, and while treatable with antibiotics, early detection is crucial.