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Ronkonkoma Fire Department Puts Out Building Fire
On Tuesday November 14th, 2023 at approximately 17:14hrs the Ronkonkoma Fire Department was activated for a reported building fire in the vicinity of Hawkins Avenue and Portion Road, in Ronkonkoma. Units arrived and discovered an abandoned gas station with heavy fire on the 1/4 corner, a working fire was then activated.
WFHS Musical Theatre Class Selected to Perform on Good Morning America
The William Floyd High School musical theatre class, under the direction of Mr. Berkeley Rousseau, has been selected to perform live on Good Morning America! These 22 talented student-musicians will sing in the ensemble for a special version of "Let It Go," accompanying 2023 Jimmy Awards winner, Lauren Marchand. This performance, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the release of Frozen, will air on Monday morning, November 27 between 8:30 and 9 am!
Pridesgiving in Patchogue
The Gastro Bar & Pizzette was the gracious host of the first annual Pridesgiving gathering organized by the Patchogue Pride Committee.
Bilingual Library Opens at Brookhaven Elementary
With a goal to enhance resources for students, Brookhaven Elementary School in the South Country School District cut the ribbon on a new bilingual library.
American Legion Brightens Holiday with Thanksgiving Meals
Arthur H. Clune American Legion Post 1533 was buzzing over the weekend as a distribution point for hundreds of turkeys and complete Thanksgiving meals that went out through other posts and community organizations.
Losquadro and Bonner Announce Completion of $2.2-Million Miller Place Paving Project
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the completion of a nine-road paving project in Miller Place.
Romaine On the Move as County Exec-Elect
With his election in the rearview mirror, County Executive-Elect Edward Romaine is making moves to set up his administration and advance the issues that swept him into office. He's made key appointments to his transition team and has set up a website where applicants can present their credentials for the hundreds of positions Suffolk's new top official can fill.
Into the Great Wide Open for Steve Bellone
Come the first of January, after a government career spanning 26 years over three offices, County Executive Steve Bellone will no longer be an elected official, leaving many wondering what he will do next. He's not saying, but options abound for the Army veteran, attorney, former Babylon councilman, and supervisor.
Manorville Resident Kaitlyn Eckles of Suffolk County 4-H Youth Takes Honors at State And Regional Fairs
Kaitlyn Eckles of Manorville, a student at Eastport South Manor Junior-Senior High School, garnered seven agricultural awards at the recent Great New York State Fair in Syracuse and at the Long Island State Fair in Old Bethpage.
Losquadro and Panico Announce Completion of $1.2-Million Manorville Paving Project
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman and Deputy Supervisor Dan Panico have announced the completion of a seven-road paving project in Manorville.
Bellport Street Named for Community Leader Rae J. Maynes
Bellport Street Named for Community Leader Rae J. Maynes
Retiring Our American Flags on Veterans Day
Retiring Our American Flags on Veterans Day
Westhampton Beach Surgeon Volunteers to Serve Israel Army
Westhampton Beach Surgeon Volunteers to Serve Israel Army
Newly Elected Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico Shares Vision for His Tenure
Newly Elected Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico Shares Vision for His Tenure
Lennon Wins 6th LD; District in GOP Control
Lennon Wins 6th LD; District in GOP Control
Catherine Stark Prepares to Take Helm in 1st LD
Catherine Stark Prepares to Take Helm in 1st LD
Romaine Sets Agenda for First Days in Office
Romaine Sets Agenda for First Days in Office
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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.
George Santos From Behind Bars: Week Two
Week two in what some here dramatically — and perhaps not inaccurately — call “hell on earth.”
Bayport-Blue Point Central School District Called Out Over Lead Testing
The New York State Comptroller, Tom DiNapoli, issued an unflattering audit report on the Bayport-Blue Point Central School District with regard to lead in the school’s drinking water.