By Mike White 🌐 March 24, 2026

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1. Beneath Long Island, a water system millions rely on is under strain

🚰 Long Island’s drinking water comes entirely from a fragile underground aquifer system. Researchers warn that rising demand and saltwater intrusion in coastal areas could threaten wells over time, underscoring the need to better protect and recharge the Island’s only water source.

2. Nassau claims 11 of America’s 50 Best Places to Raise a Family

🚲 If you’re raising a family on Long Island, the numbers say Nassau County is hard to beat. Niche’s 2026 Best Places to Raise a Family rankings make the case plainly.

3. Wrecking crews move in as Jefferson Plaza makeover gets underway

🏠 Heavy equipment rolled onto the 10.4-acre site at the intersection of Terryville Road and Route 112 last week, clearing the way for a project that would transform the largely vacant plaza into a miniature downtown.

More headlines to highlight

🌯 A surf-inspired burrito bar is set to debut in Lindenhurst, as the Great South Bay Brewery team transforms its existing space this week.

🌿 This guest column looks at Nassau’s move to ban kratom sales, as concerns grow around the controversial substance.

🎣 A long-vacant Port Jefferson McDonald’s is getting new life as a full-service bait and tackle shop, filling a gap for local anglers.

🏀 Hofstra’s March Madness return ends in a loss, but the Pride’s first NCAA appearance in 25 years still delivered a memorable run.

💐 A new florist-led beauty and spa concept is coming to Station Yards, blending flowers, salon services and wellness under one roof.

🌮 Chipotle has opened in Long Beach, taking over part of a former movie theater space that’s been vacant since 2023.

Greater Babylon coverage is funded in part by The Argyle Theatre, where Broadway comes to Babylon Village. Click here for tickets to The Prince of Egypt, starting April 16 and running through June 7.