Wendy Lau is a native New Yorker. She currently covers the Hot Spots & Night Life section's "Weekly Watch" and "Weekend Watch" as well as local news. You can also catch her at LongIslandYellowPages.com where she is a columnist providing weekly information on savings opportunities and places to visit for dining, family fun and entertainment.
Wendy can be reached at WendyL@longisland.com
By Wendy L July 11, 2013
An attempt to encourage students to read more books during the summer leaves many scratching their heads. Ever heard of "The Great Gypsy" or how about the author George Ornell of "Animal Farm"?
By Wendy L July 11, 2013
Get ready for rock music, festivals and a classic car show. Check out the latest hot spots on Long Island here!
By Wendy L July 10, 2013
A dolphin found stranded on Jones Beach appeared ill and kept going into shock while being transported to a rescue center. A necropsy will be performed today.
By Wendy L July 09, 2013
A show car valued at an estimated $80,000 has been stolen. Police are on the hunt for the person or persons responsible for breaking into the garage and taking the silver Nissan Skyline GT-R.
By Wendy L July 08, 2013
The workweek kicks off with more heat and humidity, but some relief is in sight. Also, find tips and advice on staying cool and safe in such hot weather.
By Wendy L July 08, 2013
Check out the summer concerts available throughout Long Island and other great hot spots for entertainment this week!
By Wendy L July 08, 2013
Don't miss these deals to stay cool from Denny's, AMC Theatres and White Castle!
By Wendy L July 05, 2013
Last year on July 4th, three children were killed as a result of drowning when a yacht capsized. A report was released this week indicating the cause of the boat capsizing to be overcrowding.
By Wendy L July 04, 2013
After Superstorm Sandy, many beachfront locations are looking at this Independence Day holiday to relaunch businesses. Some places like Coney Island continue to face hurdles.
By Wendy L July 04, 2013
On top of 4th of July weekend festivities and fireworks, there's also loads of music entertainment hot spots for Friday and the weekend on Long Island!
By Wendy L July 03, 2013
New York City's expanded recycling program mailers end up on Long Island. An effort to reduce waste appears to have created more waste.
By Wendy L July 02, 2013
Paul and Hava Forziano, the disabled newlywed couple, has been forced to live apart since April. Earlier this week, the couple officially moved in together.
By Wendy L July 01, 2013
If you see a mosquito with black-and-white stripes, take extra caution. The Asian tiger mosquito is not any ordinary pest.
By Wendy L July 01, 2013
Check out this week's hot spots for information on where to get groovy with your dance moves and a highlight of some of the Independence Day festivities in store on Long Island!
By Wendy L July 01, 2013
Keeping kids busy this summer doesn't require emptying your wallet. Check out this week's Local Steals & Deals article on ways to save!