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Jul 30, 2025

Tri-Hamlet community launches plans for America’s 250th anniversary

The Tri-Hamlet 250 Committee has started preparations for the United States’ 250th anniversary, organizing a kickoff event called “Fired Up for Freedom/Countdown to 250.” The event took place on July 19 at the Mastic Beach Property Owners...

Jul 29, 2025

President Trump Saves College Sports

This past week President Trump released to the public his new executive order that he has said "Saves College Sports".

Jul 29, 2025

Manhattan Shooter Was Targeting The NFL

New York Mayor Eric Adams has said that the gunman who killed 4 people at the Manhattan office building was targeting the NFL headquarters but took the wrong elevator.

Jul 29, 2025

Jazz Loft concert series continues with focus on Latin rhythms

The Avram Theater at Stony Brook Southampton will host "The Spirit and Soul of Latin Jazz" on Thursday, July 24.

Jul 29, 2025

Stony Brook University partners with onsemi for $20M semiconductor research facility

A new semiconductor research and development facility is set to be established at Stony Brook University, following a $20 million partnership with onsemi, a leading manufacturer of silicon carbide power semiconductors.

Jul 29, 2025

Stony Brook engineering chair strengthens ties with Office of Naval Research

P. Scott Carney, the Chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stony Brook University (SBU), visited the Office of Naval Research (ONR) in Arlington, Virginia on July 15.

Jul 29, 2025

Brookhaven officials announce completion of 18-road paving project in Shirley

Brookhaven Town officials have announced the completion of a major paving project covering 18 roads in Shirley.

Jul 29, 2025

From the Newsroom: Will The Last New Yorker Please Turn Off the Lights

Practically once a week, my wife Ashley and I have the same conversation about living in the People’s Republic of New York: why are we still here? Why do we stay?

Jul 29, 2025

Suffolk County Police to host National Night Out at William Floyd High School

The Suffolk County Police Department will host National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event will take place on the grounds of William Floyd High School, specifically behind Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School where...

Jul 29, 2025

The Last Column From George Santos.....Or Is It?

And maybe—just maybe—I’ll leave the door open a crack for a little weekly note from the inside.

Jul 29, 2025

My Fantasy Baseball Experience: Does Picking First Matter?

I will be using the top 3 ADP players from the last four years, as the person with the number one pick almost always selects a player within the first three ADP spots.

Jul 29, 2025

Remember the Fallen: Calverton Memorial Service for WWII-Perished Air Force Lieutenant Set for Aug. 13

A US Army Air Force First Lieutenant during WWII who never had a proper burial, a 21-year-old Cleary and a crew of 10 were reported “missing in action” after their plane was shot down in Italy on December 10th, 1944.

Jul 29, 2025

From the Comptroller’s Office: Suffolk County Audit Division Gets Strong Marks From Independent Review

In a letter to Comptroller Kennedy, ALGA praised the County Audit Division’s organization skills, audit reports, and operational thoroughness.

Jul 28, 2025

Longtime Suffolk Courts District Executive Warren Clark Retires

Long time court boss Clark retires after 25 years.

Jul 28, 2025

Ribbon Cutting Marks Grand Opening of Fearless Dance Company in Center Moriches

Ribbon snipped at new dance studio in Center Moriches.

Jul 28, 2025

Is your license plate peeling apart?

Way back in 2014 the peeling plate fiasco began. Over ten years later there are still a lot of peeling New York State license plates. What’s going on? Why are they still on the road?

Jul 28, 2025

DOGE Report: Trump Pulls Out of UNESCO – “Not in America’s Best Interest”

This past week, the State Department declared that UNESCO membership was 'not in the national interest' of the United States.

Jul 28, 2025

Brookhaven releases bobwhite quail at Longwood Estate for pest control and conservation

In Brookhaven, 100 Northern Bobwhite Quail were released at the Longwood Estate in Ridge on July 25 as part of an ongoing ecological effort.

Jul 28, 2025

Term Limits in Suffolk: Romaine, McCaffrey Team Up to Sign Preservation Act

Despite Gov. Hochul’s “Even-Year Elections” law of 2023, the landmark initiative unanimously passed to amend the County Charter to extend legislator terms countywide from two to four years.

Jul 28, 2025

Boats, Bait, and Brotherhood: Veterans Honored at Anglers Annual Outing

Veterans wet some lines courtesy of the Moriches Anglers

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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

Romaine Floats Yaphank Market for Local Produce Hub

No need to go to the Bronx for local produce under a plan by County Executive Ed Romaine.


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.