These restaurants distinguish themselves with service, atmosphere and — most of all — with food that honors the bedrock principles of Italian cuisine.

Most of Long Island will stay dry through the start of next week when more comfortable weather returns. OVERNIGHT: Clear and comfortable with cooler temperatures.

For tonight, expect mostly clear skies with lows around 66 degrees.

The hurricane-washed sky was filled with stars, and the previously storm-maddened waters of Big Creek caressed the boat’s hull with the softness of a grandmother’s kiss.

For tonight, expect mostly clear skies with a low around 66 degrees.