Well this is partially because if you were to observe a map of l.I.c. one would quickly come to the realization that it is infact part of the same landmass as long island
It is a fairly large island. At just over 1400 square miles (3629 km2), it is larger in land area than the state of Rhode Island (1045 square miles). It is also the longest and the largest island in...
No, Long Island is not a borough. Nor is it a county, city, or town. The name "Long Island" is a geographical name, not a political or official one. Long Island, which is part of New York State, is...