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Mar 7, 2025

Brookhaven announces sponsorships for 2025 recycling events

Brookhaven Town Supervisor Daniel J. Panico, alongside members of the Town Council, received a $20,000 donation from four sponsors for the 2025 Spring and Fall Recycling Events.

Mar 7, 2025

Brookhaven announces annual health fair with JVC Broadcasting sponsorship

Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico has announced that the 5th Annual Health and Wellness Fair will take place on May 17.

Mar 7, 2025

Holtsville Ecology Site announces spring gardening classes for all ages

Spring gardening classes are set to begin at the Holtsville Ecology Site & Animal Preserve in Farmingville, NY.

Mar 6, 2025

Rosalie Hanson: A Woman on Fire for Civic Responsibility

Women’s History Month recognition for a Suffolk Tax Fighter

Mar 6, 2025

Brookhaven Supervisor Launches TV Show

On March 4, Supervisor Daniel J. Panico was present for the debut recording of his television program, "Supervisor Panico On The Air," at a new TV studio in Farmingville, NY.

Mar 6, 2025

K-12 Districtwide Art Show to showcase student artwork at William Floyd High School

The annual K-12 Districtwide Art Show is set to take place on Thursday, March 6, from 6 to 8 pm at William Floyd High School.

Mar 6, 2025

Mastic Beach Ambulance Company Announces 2024 Top Responder and Volunteer Hours Awards

The Mastic Beach Ambulance Company gave out its annual Top Responder and Volunteer Hours Awards.

Mar 5, 2025

Brookhaven councilwoman brings town hall meetings directly to residents

Brookhaven Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig is set to host in-district office hours at the Moriches Bay Recreation Center in Center Moriches on Tuesday, March 18th.

Mar 5, 2025

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.

Mar 5, 2025

Foul Play Suspected: Central Islip Man Found Dead at Blue Point Beach

Carlos Lopez, 27, was pronounced dead at the scene—the result of fatal stab wounds.

Mar 5, 2025

Theatre Three director on Port Jefferson play festival: 'a place to nurture new works'

A tradition of homage to one-act plays—from around the world—continues with Theatre Three Productions’ annual festival from March 8 through April 5.

Mar 4, 2025

Meet Hamilton, the New Therapy Dog for the Suffolk Police Department

When it gets too much, they see Hamilton.

Mar 4, 2025

New Voting Machines on Tap for Suffolk

Residents make a dry run on new voting machines to be debuted in Southampton.

Mar 4, 2025

The Sequel Nobody Asked For: More Yoo-Humor for Your Troubles

How long is too long for a diner date?

Mar 4, 2025

Where You Want to Be: Taking Back Sunday to Headline Great South Bay Music Festival

The summer series is slated for July 24-27 at Patchogue’s Shorefront Park.

Mar 3, 2025

William Floyd High School Barbering Academy Debuts Instagram Video Series

The William Floyd High School Barbering Academy unveils a brand-new social media video series called “Undefined”.

Mar 3, 2025

William Floyd Students Hospitalized After Eating Pot Gummies

The William Floyd School District made an announcement to the public on social media about an incident involving marijuana gummies being distributed at the middle school.

Mar 3, 2025

Connetquot Honors “Digital Heroes”

In celebration of Digital Learning Day the Connetquot Central School District honored and recognized teachers around the district who are leading the way in utilizing and integrating digital tools, dubbing them “Digital Heroes.”

Mar 3, 2025

Take a Load Off, Softee: Beloved Ice Cream Truck Franchise Docks at East Islip Storefront

Mister Softee has taken over the 195 Carleton Avenue in East Islip storefront previously in operation as Pam's Ice Cream Shoppe.

Mar 3, 2025

Brookhaven announces recipients of the 2025 Women’s Recognition Awards

Supervisor Daniel J. Panico has revealed the recipients of the 2025 Women's Recognition Awards.

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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.


Local

Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing

Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.


Local

Leave Fireworks to the Pros or Risk Tragedy This Fourth of July

Suffolk officials warn against illegal fireworks, want residents to enjoy the July 4th holiday without blowing themselves up.