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Jimmie Vaughan Blues to Cruise into Patchogue Theatre
Tickets are $46-$86 and can be purchased in person at the theatre or on their website.
Introducing: The Long Island Seafood Cuisine Trail
Seafood establishments along the South Shore from Western Suffolk to the East End have been tabbed for the trail, which will feature a digital map component via a mobile app.
Holbrook Father Convicted of Manslaughter of Toddler
According to court documents and the Suffolk County Medical Examiner’s Office, Joseph Adonis suffered a fatal overdose—the result of unintended exposure to a deadly cocktail of fentanyl, heroin and cocaine.
It’s Giving Groundhog Day: Hauppauge Car Meet Leads to Shirley Vehicle Impounding
Clyde Jean Baptiste's BMW was impounded in Shirley as evidence of unlawful fleeing, according to authorities.
Patti Seal—Former Patchogue Village Clerk—Passes at 68
First elected as a Patchogue Village trustee in 2004, Seal became clerk the following year.
And Another One: Suffolk County Sheriff's Deputies Make a Street-Racing Arrest
Nicholas Mulligan, 20, of Farmingdale was arrested for partaking in illegal speed contest.
Local Reps React to Rt. 347 Reconstruction Acceleration
Gov. Hochul and the NYSDOT announced on Friday that construction on a bridge at the Centereach interchange of NYS-347 and Nicolls Rd. would be moved up from 2034 to 2028.
NYSDOT Commissioner Provides Rt. 347 Bridge Update, Calls for More Labor Safety
Department of Transporation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez revealed that construction on the bridge at the junction of Rt. 346 and Nichols Rd. would commence in 2028.
RIP Joe Keyes: Patchogue St. Patrick's Day Grand Marshall Dies Days Before Parade
After suffering a heart attack early last week, the Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce Board Trustee suffered another on March 7. He died three days later at the age of 73.
LI Native's Mascot Doc ‘Monkey Boy’ Hits 3.1M Views on X
In “Come Home, Monkey Boy,” Cold Spring Harbor '09's Class Clown Michael Angelo searches for a runaway mascot whose antics regularly swept the townsfolk of Nashua, New Hampshire off their feet once upon a time.
Finally, an Arthouse Baseball Movie: Three Cheers, and Plenty More Beers for "Eephus"
Greg Tango (director of photography) and Long Island local Brendan "Crash" Burt (actor) will participate in a Q and A on Saturday, March 15, following the 7 p.m. Huntington Cinema Arts Centre premiere of their men's league melee, "Eephus."
Local Leaders Lobby at ‘Deadly Driving Bill’ Rally in Albany
This marks the third rally held for the proposal, which was rejected on the floor in 2024 despite 50 co-sponsors and 3,700 signatures.
ESM Sends Students to Parrish Museum Art Show, Names Top of ’25 Class
The exhibit will run from March 15 through April 27.
'tis the Season: Kathy Albrecht Named Suffolk County's 'Woman of Distinction'
Assemblyman Michael Fitzpatrick's Chief of Staff was honored as the countywide honoree in a special presentation on March 4.
Pine Barrens Ablaze: Town Officials React to Saturday's Wildfires
"This is a coordinated effort to make sure this does not turn into 1995," Supervisor Pancio said in reference to the Sunrise wildfires that torched 4,500 acres of wooded land and about a dozen homes nearly thirty years ago.
Kudos Our Hero: Red Cross Volunteer Saves Life in Deer Park, Honored by Local Leaders
Suffolk County legislators came together on March 6th to celebrate a Deer Park resident who put her CPR certification to noble use.
Senator Murray and Co. Say ‘No’ to Return of MTA Payroll Tax
Local Republican representatives resist all restitution proposals regarding the MTA's budget crisis.
The Unlucky Thirteen: Suffolk DA Tierney Dismantles Gang-Related Car Theft Ring
The defendants are charged with breaking into 52 vehicles, stealing 15, and swiping 75 credit cards—through which they raked up $40,000 in fraudulent purchases—since February of 2023.
Ladies of the Legislature All in On Women's History Month Clothing Drive
To help struggling women find their footing and independence, one can donate clothing or additional items at any of the four District Offices all March long.
Cast Reactions to The New Yorker Calling "Christmas Eve in Miller's Point" Oscar-Snubbed
Shortly after ranking Smithtown native Tyler Taormina's latest feature his number-two film of 2024, The New Yorker's Richard Brody wrote that Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress nominations are deserved.
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Repavement Project Underway at Blydenburgh County Park
“This project has really been 30 years overdue,” said Legislator Lesie Kennedy.
Letters to the Editor: Library Trustees Thank Taxpayers for Victories
I’m deeply grateful to the residents of the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library District for approving the library budget, as well as for re-electing me.
State Mandated Safe Boating Courses Coming Up
Long Islanders out on the water are looking to stay safe this summer.