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
Seven-year-old Dominik came home from the hospital to a parade of well-wishers who wanted to offer support for his year-long health battle.
Levels of brown tide algae recorded from Sayville to Bellport are highest since 2017 and are harmful to marine life, scientists say.
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The organization helps women get ready for job interviews and helped outfit one Long Island woman with inner and outer confidence.
The class action lawsuit targets pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors that Nassau, Suffolk Counties say fueled a deadly epidemic.
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The pride event ended with a picnic at The Grange.
The state senator from the district covering Gilgo Beach held a news conference on Monday morning "demanding" information on the case.
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A standout wrestler and baseball player were congratulated by the district for continuing their sports careers on the collegiate level.
Wildlife rescue groups, residents and the Village of Lindenhurst are outraged over multiple nests and baby birds being destroyed in park.
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Work on a new "chophouse" from the owners of Talullah's has begun on Main St. in Bay Shore
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At an annual tribute at the Sayville Scholastic Awards Program, the graduating students were commemorated for choosing military service.
