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Jun 6, 2025

Councilwoman Bonner hosts record-breaking recycling event in Mount Sinai

On Saturday, May 31, Councilwoman Jane Bonner organized a Special Recycling Event at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mount Sinai.

Jun 5, 2025

VFW hosts annual 5K run honoring veterans with community support

Farmingville, NY - On May 31st, Councilwoman Jane Bonner participated in the VFW Post 6249 Joseph P. Dwyer 5K Run alongside local veterans, families, and community members.

Jun 4, 2025

Coté on cruise nights at The Shoppes at East Wind: 'People love it'

With summer around the corner, The Shoppes at East Wind in Wading River is expanding its lineup of seasonal events, drawing families, car enthusiasts and local shoppers to its brick-paved grounds.

Jun 4, 2025

EXCLUSIVE: Centereach Ralph’s Speaks with SSP About Egg Bucket Basket Case 

“This is a nice store,” the owner reaffirmed. “This is a happy business for families to have fun at.”

Jun 4, 2025

Leisure Village donates $11K to St. Jude's Hospital; receives town appreciation

Farmingville, NY - On June 2, Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner participated in a presentation at Leisure Village where the Leisure Village Senior Club donated $11,000 to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Jun 4, 2025

Shock Value Shenanigans: Coram Prankster, 21, Charged for Centereach Disturbances

Kyle Vazquez was arrested in Centereach on Monday night at 8:20 p.m., and was charged with three counts of Dissemination of an Unlawful Surveillance Image in the First Degree, three counts of Unlawful Surveillance in the Second Degree, and two counts of Criminal Tampering.

Jun 4, 2025

Groundbreaking held for new senior rental community in Middle Island

On May 30, Supervisor Daniel J. Panico participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for The Villas at Oak Run, a new rental community for those aged 55 and over.

Jun 4, 2025

Town officials join students for 'Sticker Shock' campaign against underage drinking

Supervisor Daniel J. Panico and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich participated in the Town of Brookhaven's annual "Sticker Shock" Campaign on May 30, 2025.

Jun 4, 2025

Supervisor Panico and Councilwoman Kesnig attend property demolition in Mastic Beach

On June 3, 2025, Supervisor Daniel J. Panico and Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig were present at the demolition of a blighted property located at 579 Riviera Drive in Mastic Beach.

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.

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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.