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In The End Macchia Stands Above The Rest
When all is said and done William Floyd High School senior track & field star Zariel Macchia will be remembered as one of the greatest athletes to ever compete in Suffolk County and Long Island, and she made sure to make us all know that right until the end of her high school career.
From the Newsroom: Suffolk County a Lyme Disease Hotbed
Kudos to Suffolk County and health officials for providing an array of information about ticks, Lyme Disease, and what you can do to protect yourself and your kids as best as possible.
Scholarship Season: Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Rewards Two Graduating Seniors
The $500 recipients, Owen Timm, of Ward Melville High School, and Matteo Gravinese, of Rocky Point High School, both intend to pursue careers in engineering.
A Mother’s Love: Setauket Biotech Innovator Named 2025 NYS Senate Woman of Distinction
After her infant son was diagnosed with a rare neurodevelopment disease, Dr. Yiwei founded the TNPO2 Foundation, a non-profit geared toward revolutionizing early diagnosis and treatment for children with rare conditions.
T-Birds to Serve Country: Connetquot HS Honors Students Entering Military
A special recognition ceremony was held on June 20th to celebrate the district's nine graduating senior's set to join the armed services.
$300 Billion Vanishing Act: Untracked Remittances Drain U.S. Economy, Shift Tax Burden to American Families
You see them everywhere: muniservice shops that wire money to other countries. Here’s the dirty little secret about how they drain hundreds of billions from the United States.
Knights of Columbus honored for milestone in lifesaving blood donations
On June 18th, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined the New York Blood Center (NYBC) to honor the Rocky Point Knights of Columbus Council 5814 for their contributions in blood donations.
Stony Brook contributes to groundbreaking research at Vera C. Rubin Observatory
Stony Brook University is actively participating in the work at the newly constructed Vera C. Rubin Observatory, located on Cerro Pachón in Chile.
Rubin Observatory unveils first high-definition images at Washington D.C. event
Stony Brook University researchers are gearing up to measure the universe using the newly built Vera C. Rubin Observatory, a collaborative project between the National Science Foundation and the Department of Energy.
Brookhaven superintendent awards scholarships to aspiring engineers
Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro has awarded two $500 scholarships to local high school seniors, courtesy of the Suffolk County Highway Superintendents Association.
Brookhaven Town Clerk addresses senior club on office roles and senior scams
On June 20, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle addressed the Port Jefferson Senior Club at their monthly meeting.
Councilwoman celebrates centennial milestone of local resident
On June 21st, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined the celebration of Dr. Nicholas H. Batuyios's 100th birthday in Farmingville, NY.
Dramatic Water Rescue at Smith Point Park Spotlights Local Firefighters’ Training and Readiness
Dramatic rescue off Smith Point.
William Floyd High School Class of 2025 Valedictorian & Salutatorian
The William Floyd School District is pleased to recognize the valedictorian and salutatorian for the William Floyd High School Class of 2025 – Alice Chen and Rachel Chen, respectively.
Supervisor Panico Announces Results of Brookhaven Town’s 2025 Prom Gown Program
Supervisor Daniel J. Panico has announced the results of the Town of Brookhaven’s 2025 INTERFACE Prom Gown Program, coordinated by the Department of General Services Youth Bureau.
New Yorkers Furious as Democrats Allocate $4.3 Billion for Illegal Immigrants, $50 Million for Deportation Lawyers
Gov. Hochul and the Democrats plan to shovel $4.3 billion in taxpayer dollars at illegal immigrants, including $50 million for lawyers to avoid deportation.
DOGE Report: Massive USAID Bribery Schemes Uncovered and Student Loan Fraud
DOGE Report: Massive USAID Bribery Schemes Uncovered and Student Loan Fraud
Where drivers found cheapest premium gas across Suffolk County in week ending June 14
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 14.
KD Still Moves the Needle
This weekend Kevin Durant was sitting on a stage at Fanatics Fest in New York City when the host of the panel he was on informed him that he was just traded to the Houston Rockets. Durant seemed stunned by the move and had little to say other than "We will see what happens."
Are We In The New Dead Ball Era?
Aaron Judge has been flirting with batting .400 all season long, he also is on pace to hit nearly 60 home runs again. Cal Raleigh became the first switch hitter to ever hit 30 home runs before the halfway point in the season, and he has a chance to set the all-time home run mark for a catcher. Eugenio Suarez and Shohei Ohtani are on pace to hit 50 home runs and Kyle Schwarber is not far behind.
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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.
Bellport Football Reaches 50 Years of Success
The nostalgia hits you as much as the biggest defensive lineman coming around the corner on a blitz. As you walk into Coach Cipp's house you can feel the pride and memories of decades of football come over you. In his back room is a museum of sorts filled with memorabilia of Bellport football.
Suffolk County Pitchers Next Destinations
This week Suffolk County baseball was in the news quite a bit and where those athletes would continue their careers were at the top of the list.