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Velasquez on Yoga in the Vines at Wölffer Estate Vineyard: 'A unique opportunity to practice wellness and fitness'
Wölffer Estate Vineyard in Sagaponack has brought back its weekend Yoga in the Vines program, offering outdoor fitness classes through the end of August amid the vineyard’s scenic landscape.
Manhunt Over: Body Found in East Shoreham Pool Last Month ID’d as Wanted Father-Slayer
Matthew Zoll — missing since Nov. 9th — was reportedly discovered on May 25th beneath a partially ajar Loop-Loc pool cover in the backyard of a home located on Pal Court.
WFHS awards $158,000 in scholarships to class of 2025 seniors
William Floyd High School recently held its annual Senior Scholarship Night on June 5.
Councilwoman Bonner honors local heroes at Coram Fire Department dinner
Brookhaven Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Coram Fire Department's annual Installation Dinner to acknowledge the service and dedication of its members.
Hundreds Turn Out for Councilwoman Bonner’s Largest-Ever Recycling Event
Town of Brookhaven Councilwoman Jane Bonner hosted a Special Recycling Event at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mount Sinai, drawing a record-breaking turnout of residents committed to environmentally responsible disposal practices.
Supervisor Panico and Councilmember Kornreich Join Ward Melville Students for “Sticker Shock”
Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Daniel J. Panico and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich joined Ward Melville High School students at several locations across the community for the Town of Brookhaven’s annual “Sticker Shock” Campaign, an outreach effort organized by the Drug Prevention Coalition.
William Floyd School District celebrates two assistant principals honored by CAS
Dr. TJ Heintz and Mrs. Jackie Cabrera, assistant principals in the William Floyd School District, have been named as Administrators of the Year for 2024-25 by the Council of Administrators and Supervisors (CAS).
Sayville Science Students Present Research at Brookhaven National Laboratory
Sayville Science Students Present Research at Brookhaven National Laboratory
Eastport-South Manor Recognizes Junior Scholarship Award Winners
Eastport-South Manor Recognizes Junior Scholarship Award Winners
Royal Rangers Recognized
The Boy Scouts of America-adjacent “Royal Rangers” is a boys mentoring program organized through the Assemblies of God Churches and all related affiliates.
Moriches Mother Murdered
James Quininchetta, 40, of Ridge, was arrested for killing Rebecca Roth, 33—reportedly over a $1,500 debt.
School’s Out: Former Sachem Elementary PTA President Arrested for Grand Larceny
Pamela McManus, 42, of Holbrook allegedly stole over #27,000 from Nokomis Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA), for which she served as President from July 1st, 2021 to June 30th, 2024.
Latino Leadership Summit Brings Community to Albany
Latino leaders from across New York gathered in Albany this week for a powerful day of civic engagement.
Sunshine, Shopping, and Shortcake at Chamber Street Fair
Center Moriches bustles with street fair.
Brookhaven Continues Long-Range Effort to Restore South Shore Wetlands
“Monument of Blight” comes down in Mastic Beach.
Chief Miglino Named 3rd District Healthcare Hero by Suffolk Legislature
Suffolk’s Healthcare Hero has responded to over 80,000 emergency calls.
Child Support Specialist Caitlin Del Vento Named Suffolk Employee of the Month
From a critical county department comes the Suffolk Employee of the Month.
Patchogue Community Garden Awarded Grant to Support Local Food Access
County green to help the community garden grow.
Daily Feed
Stony Brook Remains Unbeaten at Home
The Stony Brook men’s basketball team earned CAA Team of the Week honors this week after putting together an impressive stretch of performances at home. The Seawolves picked up victories over Columbia and Central Michigan, continuing their strong start to the season.
Smithtown Celebrates Night of Champions
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education proudly recognized several championship teams this week during its Board of Education meeting, celebrating an outstanding year marked by dedication, perseverance, and athletic excellence. Each team was introduced by Director of Athletics Jason Lambert, who highlighted the remarkable accomplishments achieved throughout the season.
SWR Wins the White Plains Tiger Invitational
The Shoreham-Wading River varsity wrestling team captured the team championship at the White Plains Tiger Invitational this week, delivering a dominant performance against strong competition. The Wildcats defeated 11 other teams representing Section I, Section IX, and the Catholic High School Athletic Association, showcasing their depth, toughness, and consistency throughout the tournament.