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Jun 3, 2025

Officials Urge Hurricane Preparedness at Smith Point Press Conference

The big one is coming; are you ready?

Jun 3, 2025

Order in the Court: Law Career Day at Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School 

Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School students recently participated in Law Career Day, which was held on May 22nd.

Jun 3, 2025

Suffolk County School Superintendents Association Recognizes Graduates

The Suffolk County School Superintendents Association hosted its 31 st annual Valedictorians Luncheon at Villa Lombardi in Holbrook

Jun 3, 2025

East Hampton Cocaine Kingpin Convicted

A Brooklyn man, Michael Khodorkovskiy, 45, was sentenced to 10 years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision, Suffolk County DA Ray Tierney announced.

Jun 3, 2025

Patchogue Pride Parade Returns This Sunday with Expanded Mission and New Grand Marshals

Patchogue’s Pride Parade returns Sunday with color, music, and a powerful message of inclusion.

Jun 3, 2025

Mount Sinai Civic Association board sworn in by Councilwoman Jane Bonner

Farmingville, NY - On June 2, Councilwoman Jane Bonner officiated the swearing-in ceremony for the returning Board of Directors of the Mount Sinai Civic Association.

Jun 3, 2025

Four scouts honored by Councilwoman Jane Bonner for achieving Eagle Scout rank

Farmingville, NY - Councilwoman Jane Bonner recently participated in a ceremony honoring four young men from Troop 204 who have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout.

Jun 2, 2025

Don’t Say Goodbye to Hollywood: LIMEHOF Offering Discounted Scenes From its Billy Joel Exhibit

Those interested in redeeming the discount can use promo code “welovebilly” on LIMEHOF’s ticket page at limusichalloffame.org. Visitors will receive $5 off if they purchase tickets by June 6th.

Jun 2, 2025

Public Service Community Mourns the Loss of Alan Joseph Croce and Frank C. Tassone, Sr.

Two respected Suffolk County men—one a law enforcement leader, the other a beloved family patriarch—leave lasting legacies just days apart.

Jun 2, 2025

Stalemate Over Stony Brook Dam and Road Fuels Frustration, Prompts Rally

The Mill Pond Dam: The Feds will pay to fix it after the locals figure out who owns it.

Jun 2, 2025

Renewed Push for Tougher Cannabis Laws After Middle School Incident

Legislators push for packaging changes for cannabis.

Jun 2, 2025

Lights, Camera, Pomarico: LI Music and Entertainment HOF to Honor Local Filmmaker

As part of their Monthly Local Filmmakers Series, LIMEHOF will screen Joe Pomarico-directed comedy, drama and thriller short films at 97 Main Street in Stony Brook.

Jun 2, 2025

Garbarino Leads Push for Stronger Cybersecurity in Silicon Valley Talks

Garbarino looks to get a handle on the nation’s cybersecurity vulnerability.

Jun 2, 2025

Suffolk County Police Vehicle Auction is Coming Up

The Suffolk County Police Department Impound Section will hold an auction on June 7

Jun 2, 2025

Community Blood Drives are Coming Up – Help Save a Neighbor!

Community Blood Drives are Coming Up – Help Save a Neighbor!

Jun 2, 2025

Dead Body Found in East Shoreham Pool

Suffolk County Police Homicide Squad detectives are investigating after a man was found dead in a pool in East Shoreham at approximately 4:20 p.m. on May 25.

May 30, 2025

Schnepp on Passport Through Parks on Long Island: 'We're promoting health and wellness in our parks'

The Passport Through Parks program invites Long Island residents to explore nearly 30 state parks through monthly guided hikes, part of a statewide wellness initiative offering low-cost outdoor activities.

May 30, 2025

Brookhaven opens first smart home for special needs individuals

Brookhaven Town officials, alongside Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE), celebrated the opening of Long Island's first smart home for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities on May 27.

May 30, 2025

Brookhaven Town hosts successful annual health fair with numerous vendors

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, May 17, the Town of Brookhaven's Department of General Services hosted its Fifth Annual Health and Wellness Fair.

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Sports

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.


Sports

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.


Sports

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.