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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:
- The small village of Freeport forms part of the town of Hempstead, located on the South Shore of Long Island, about 25 miles from New York City.
- The village started off as an oystering community and was later a favorite haunt of the New York theatre community.
- These days, Freeport is a popular boating center, home to the Town of Hempstead Marina, where many Long Island residents dock their leisure craft.
- Visitors can soak up the sun on Jones Beach, charter a boat for deep sea fishing, go yachting (rentals available), or enjoy strolling along the historic Nautical Mile, a strip of restaurants and nautical-themed shops located on a narrow bay inlet.
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