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Shirley Serial Burglar Arrested
A Shirley man was arrested for multiple commercial burglaries over the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Paddles Up: “Race the Narrows” Returns to Mastic Beach for Third Year of Waterway Celebration and Conservation
The race is on for local waters.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Independence Parade Fills Patchogue with Pride
Patchogue wishes America a happy 249th birthday.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Joyce A. Boyd Bourne, 80, Longtime Gordon Heights Fire Commissioner and Community Advocate
She went to bat for her community.
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.”
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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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.
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.
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.