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Jul 9, 2025

Shirley Serial Burglar Arrested

A Shirley man was arrested for multiple commercial burglaries over the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

Jul 9, 2025

Paving Projects Completed in Lake Ronkonkoma and Patchogue

Traffic flow is soon to be smooth-sailing in the mentioned areas, according to Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Losquadro and Councilman Foley.

Jul 9, 2025

Yaphank Lot of Thieves: Identity Bandits Charged in Luxury Vehicle Scam Bust 

According to the DA's Office and the police, the trio of car thieves used a Zorn Avenue lot to store stolen vehicles, and raked in $500,000 in car notes off of their victims.

Jul 8, 2025

Brookhaven launches mindfulness workshop for youth substance abuse prevention

Supervisor Daniel J. Panico has announced a new initiative aimed at preventing substance abuse among the youth of Brookhaven.

Jul 8, 2025

Deadly Driving: Brentwood Man Indicted for Vehicular Murder 

Per reports, Alex Reyes then got behind the wheel of his 2021 white BMW and ran over Alexander Velazquez.

Jul 8, 2025

Windmill Returns to the Heart of Westhampton Beach—A Beacon of History and Pride

An old but new face anchors Main Street in Westhampton Beach.

Jul 8, 2025

Casting a Line in Suffolk: A Time-Honored Long Island Pastime

Stop wishing and go fishing, there are plenty of places for anglers along Suffolk’s shores.

Jul 7, 2025

Paving projects completed in Lake Ronkonkoma and Patchogue

Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley have announced the completion of paving projects in Lake Ronkonkoma and Patchogue, New York.

Jul 7, 2025

Independence Parade Fills Patchogue with Pride

Patchogue wishes America a happy 249th birthday.

Jul 7, 2025

A Fourth of July Gone Awry: Coram Woman Fatally Shoots Boyfriend 

Charged with Murder in the Second Degree, Ashley Guimont, 44, was held overnight and arraigned in Central Islip. She is currently being held without bail.

Jul 7, 2025

Local Leaders Celebrate Library Literacy in Middle Country

“It’s heartwarming to see people work hard and do the right thing, and there’s nothing better than seeing people get rewarded for that hard work,” said Leg. Kennedy.

Jul 7, 2025

Morbid Merch Madness: Accused Gilgo Killer’s Belongings Receiving Bananland Bids Online 

Some noteworthy relics include a 1972 Vietnam-era Jeep the Massapequa native once owned. Offers are up to $4,300 for the alleged Gilgo Killer's ride once upon a time.

Jul 6, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending June 28

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 28.

Jul 4, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest premium gas during week ending June 28

1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 3, 2025

Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending June 28

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 June 28.

Jul 3, 2025

Harbes on Fourth of July celebration at Mattituck farm: 'The farm is a fun place’

Harbes Family Farm in Mattituck is hosting a Fourth of July celebration featuring free live music, family activities, and farm-fresh food from Friday, July 4, through Sunday, July 6. The event highlights include daily concerts, pig races, and the debut of two miniature Highland cows.

Jul 3, 2025

2025 Navy SEAL LT Michael P. Murphy Run Around the Lake

The race beneficiary, The LT Michael P. Murphy Memorial Scholarship Foundation, was founded by Murphy’s family in 2007, driven by his belief that “education will set you free.”

Jul 3, 2025

Why I’m Watching 1993’s "Dazed and Confused" and "The Sandlot" This Week

Congratulations to all graduating seniors, party on, and most importantly: Go Yankees!

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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.


State

Bell-to-Bell School Smart Phone Ban is Looming

Starting in September, New York State law requires Bell-to-Bell restrictions on smartphones and other internet-enabled personal devices in K-12 schools statewide.


Local

Deer Park High School named NYS Most Outstanding ‘Best Buddies’ Chapter

Deer Park High School’s Best Buddies Chapter won big at the Best Buddies Leadership Conference. They were named “Most Outstanding’ chapter.