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Sep 1, 2025

Altice Backtracks on Channel Move After Brookhaven Pushback

Cable giant Altice USA knuckles under, agrees to keep Brookhaven’s local access channel at 18.

Sep 1, 2025

Lennon Leads Long Island Sound Kayak Challenge to Confront Veteran Suicide Crisis

They hit a storm but kayakers push on in 22-mile sound crossing for veterans.

Sep 1, 2025

Coco the Cat was Shot – Twice!

Coco the Cat was minding his own business walking around in his Mastic Beach yard when a cowardly man shot him, and then, shot him again.

Aug 31, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Aug. 23

1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Aug 29, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest premium gas during week ending Aug. 23

1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Aug 29, 2025

Brookhaven completes $830K paving project covering 33 Sound Beach roads

The Town of Brookhaven has completed a major paving project in Sound Beach, resurfacing 33 roads at a total cost of $830,524.

Aug 29, 2025

Mastic Beach Redevelopment Draws Praise, Concerns Over Traffic and Crime

Town hears resident concerns over the Beechwood Project: here’s what they had to say:

Aug 29, 2025

Paving Season Continues! 33-Road Sound Beach Project Completed 

“Investing in our local roads is essential to maintaining the quality of life and safety for Sound Beach residents,” said Councilwoman Jane Bonner.

Aug 29, 2025

Brookhaven to Host 16th Annual Women’s Services Conference

The Town of Brookhaven’s Department of General Services, Division of Women’s Services, will hold its 16th Annual Conference on Saturday, October 4.

Aug 29, 2025

Ron DeCesare Unveils Stunning Fantasy-Inspired Art at Center Moriches Library

For phantasmagorical art, check out the work by Ron DeCesare at the Center Moriches Library.

Aug 29, 2025

The Marvelous Mr. McLean: Rookie Makes Mets History, Wins First Three MLB Starts

“He’s a stud, man,” Mets third-baseman Mark Vientos confirmed in response to the Nolan McLean's eight scoreless frames post-game, a 6-0 victory for New York over the first-place Phillies.

Aug 29, 2025

Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Aug. 23

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 2 gas stations had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Aug. 23.

Aug 29, 2025

Six Fire Departments Respond to Structure Fire

The Mastic Beach Fire Department was called to a large structure fire on Lafayette Drive.

Aug 28, 2025

Founder on Hamptons Fashion Week: 'We are highlighting very key, iconic people'

Hamptons Fashion Week is set to celebrate industry icons and emerging designers during a two-day event from Friday, Aug. 29, through Saturday, Aug. 30, in Watermill.

Aug 28, 2025

The Parking Lot Was Their Palette, Seniors Transform Spots into Personal Canvases at Eastport-South Manor

School year starts with a splash of color and creativity at Eastport-South Manor

Aug 28, 2025

Heroics in the Floodwaters: Chris Lyons and the Start of Cops Helping Cops

From the wrath of Hurricane Katrina came Cops Helping Cops

Aug 28, 2025

Trader Joe’s Coming to Islandia 

Axonic Capital, Taconic Capital Advisors, Onyx Equities and Paul Amoruso of the Jericho-based Oxford and Simpson make up the 66-acre Islandia site’s ownership group.

Aug 28, 2025

Why Was Grandpa a Cowboy Fan? Gripping New Netflix Doc May Hold the Answer

In Jerry’s World of victory-petrified empire begetting marketing spectacle, football fields aren’t just venues. They are mass entertainment cathedrals where fellow OG defiants like Nike and Pepsi reign supreme.

Aug 28, 2025

Brookhaven ‘Dress for Success’ Hosting Free Career EDGE Job Readiness Series

The Town of Brookhaven Women’s Services Division will present its first of back-to-back sessions of the free Career EDGE Job Readiness series.

Aug 28, 2025

Patchogue-Medford School District Puts Social Media Bullies on Notice

With the new school year about to get underway, the Patchogue-Medford Superintendent of Schools and Board of Education are laying down the law on how to engage with the District on social media.

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Education

Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk

Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.


Sports

Section XI Reps Named for NYPHSAA Council

Section XI representatives Bayla Goldberg & Charlie Carter have been asked to serve on the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Student Athlete Advisory Council.


Sports

The Fantasy Baseball Experience - Those September Closers

As we head into October there are some tired arms in the bullpen and getting those last few saves could mean the difference between a championship and finishing out of the money.