I am a freelance journalist and writer who covers local news and writes features for local and regional publications. I’ve published work in national magazines like Salute magazine, Family (military) magazine, Triathlete magazine, regional publications like Long Island Pulse and Long Island Parenting, and reported local news for online outlets like LongIslandWins.com
Born and raised on Long Island, I enjoy everything LI has to offer, and pride myself on knowing the ins and outs of our communities. I think and write about parenting, women’s issues and health and fitness. I’ve swung from a trapeze, balanced on paddle boards, dangled upside down in yoga silks, visited West African and Bollywood dance studios, floated in a sensory deprivation tank and tried every type of aerobic and fitness class under the sun as a fitness guinea pig for magazine stories. I enjoy covering the intersection between science and daily life as a health journalist and finding new ways for families to live healthier lives as a family fitness columnist.
My background is in marketing and advertising as well as editing and writing. I have an English Literature degree (2002) from Stony Brook University and PhD graduate coursework from The City University of New York. Several years working with mid-sized clients, ranging from large retailers to small non-profits at New York advertising agencies, has given me a sharp sense of copy and business writing. Over two years writing for Patch.com sites, touching on every beat there is, has given me a thorough grounding in local community journalism.
If you have a news tip or know something happening in your Long Island community that your neighbors should know about, drop me a line by emailing me at jboydsweet@gmail.com
The new full-service hair salon took over the former Hair Stories space on Deer Park Avenue and will focus on cutting-edge color and cuts.
The restaurant has been open on Main Street for eight years; the East Northport spot will stay open but Bay Shore will shutter.
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Next week's "Taste of Patchogue for Ukraine" will raise funds for Ukrainians, and feature food and beer from Patchogue's local restaurants.
The senior from Rocky Point is teaming up with a local charity to supply donated prom dresses, beauty services, to any local girls in need.
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The"Sunflowers for Ukraine" art exhibit is meant to "show solidarity with the citizens of Ukraine" and will feature local artists.
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After two years of being canceled due to the pandemic, LI's largest boat show is back this weekend in Uniondale.
The franchise training center with functional group training classes is the latest of several new tenants in the shopping center.
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The event will take place in the village on Saturday, March 19, with family fun, music, ice sculpture and free green ice cream.
