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Aug 2, 2023

Colonial Youth & Family Services to Salute Assemblyman Joe DeStefano at Annual Golf Outing

Colonial Youth & Family Services to Salute Assemblyman Joe DeStefano at Annual Golf Outing

Aug 2, 2023

Assemblywoman Giglio Advocates for Public Health Amid West Nile Virus Concerns

Assemblywoman Giglio Advocates for Public Health Amid West Nile Virus Concerns

Aug 2, 2023

Balancing Act: Suffolk Legislators Juggle Environmental and Fiscal Concerns in Sewer Expansion

Balancing Act: Suffolk Legislators Juggle Environmental and Fiscal Concerns in Sewer Expansion

Aug 2, 2023

Riverhead's Controversial Settlement with Southampton Investors: Are Penalties Enough?

Riverhead's Controversial Settlement with Southampton Investors: Are Penalties Enough?

Aug 2, 2023

Hamptons Water Hogs Exposed

Hamptons Water Hogs Exposed

Aug 2, 2023

District Attorney Tierney to Prosecute Accused Gilgo Killer

District Attorney Tierney to Prosecute Accused Gilgo Killer

Aug 2, 2023

Community Gives Input on Proposed Shirley Gas Station

Community Gives Input on Proposed Shirley Gas Station

Jul 26, 2023

Riverhead Town's Updated Emergency Order: A Stand Against Illicit Long-Term Stays, Not Just Illegal Migrants

Riverhead Town's Updated Emergency Order: A Stand Against Illicit Long-Term Stays, Not Just Illegal Migrants

Jul 26, 2023

With Moderate Drought Conditions and Hot Weather, Suffolk Water Authority Urges Water Conservation

With Moderate Drought Conditions and Hot Weather, Suffolk Water Authority Urges Water Conservation

Jul 26, 2023

Back To Basics: The New York State Comptrollers Office

Back To Basics: The New York State Comptrollers Office

Jul 26, 2023

Kids Learn About Animal Humane Education

Kids Learn About Animal Humane Education

Jul 26, 2023

Long Island Riveted by Gilgo Murder Case

Long Island Riveted by Gilgo Murder Case

Jul 26, 2023

More Details Emerge of Alex Smith Murder, Scalafani Arrest

More Details Emerge of Alex Smith Murder, Scalafani Arrest

Jul 26, 2023

Shirley's Frank DeNatale Elected Grand Knight

Shirley's Frank DeNatale Elected Grand Knight

Jul 19, 2023

Bridge in Suffolk County Could Carry Legacy of NYPD Detective Brian P. Simonsen

Bridge in Suffolk County Could Carry Legacy of NYPD Detective Brian P. Simonsen

Jul 19, 2023

Wind Farms Fan the Flames of Discontent

Wind Farms Fan the Flames of Discontent

Jul 19, 2023

Spotted Lanternfly a Threat to Long Island Island Agriculture, Farmers on High Alert

Spotted Lanternfly a Threat to Long Island Island Agriculture, Farmers on High Alert

Jul 19, 2023

Smoke Eater's Barbecue Competition

Smoke Eater's Barbecue Competition

Jul 19, 2023

Moriches Bay Oyster Seeding Project Enters 11th Year

Moriches Bay Oyster Seeding Project Enters 11th Year

Jul 19, 2023

After 13 Years, Gilgo Beach Task Force Arrests Alleged Killer

After 13 Years, Gilgo Beach Task Force Arrests Alleged Killer

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Smithtown's Marcus Wertheim Leads Team Australia

Former Smithtown lacrosse standout Marcus Wertheim is dominating on the world stage. The Smithtown alumnus, who currently attends Brown University, led all players at the Super Sixes tournament, delivering an elite performance against international competition.


Sports

Sachem's Coach Mercurio Elected to Lacrosse Board

Congratulations to Sachem Athletic Hall of Famer Rick Mercurio, who was elected to the World Lacrosse Board of Directors during the organization’s 2025 General Assembly. Mercurio fills one of two open Strategic Director positions, marking another significant milestone in his distinguished career in the sport.


Sports

LaFontaine Heads to the Isles Hall

Pat LaFontaine’s plaque has officially been added to the Islanders Hall of Fame wall, placing him among some of the most legendary figures in franchise history. The former star forward was inducted into the Ring of Honor at UBS Arena, becoming the 17th member to receive the prestigious distinction.