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About We Are Here

Long Island's Magazine

Why We Are Here

Long Island has always had a story worth telling. We Are Here was built to tell it — the restaurants where families have eaten for 30 years, the beaches that define our summers, the local businesses that keep our communities alive, and the neighbors doing extraordinary things right in our backyard.

We are a community-first publication. Premium in design, local in soul.

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The Team

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Andrew Ramos

Co-Founder, We Are Here Media

Born and raised on Long Island. Building the magazine he always wished existed for the place he calls home.

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Andrew Lombardi

Co-Founder, We Are Here Media

Born and raised on Long Island. Building the magazine he always wished existed for the place he calls home.

Issue 1 — Summer 2026

Local Business Spotlight

Cover Story

Best of Long Island

Real Estate Market

Hidden Gems

Community Heroes

Mark The Date

June 2, 2026
Issue 1 Launch

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