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Jun 14, 2025

William Floyd Track Looks to Make a Statement at States

William Floyd will be well represented at the State Tournament this year as five William Floyd High School varsity track athletes will be heading to the Championships this upcoming weekend to compete for state titles.

Jun 14, 2025

For All Basketball is a Hit

This week student-athletes from across Suffolk County came together to showcase their talent, teamwork, and sportsmanship. They played in the annual Section XI For All All-Star Basketball Game.

Jun 14, 2025

Betesh on LVIS Fair in East Hampton: 'It's a great day for everyone'

One of East Hampton’s longest-running summer traditions returns Saturday, June 14, as the Ladies’ Village Improvement Society hosts its 130th annual LVIS Fair—a major community fundraiser featuring family activities, local vendors, food trucks and live entertainment.

Jun 13, 2025

Mattituck Lions Club media director on Strawberry Festival: 'The unofficial kickoff of summer'

Marking its 70th year, the Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Festival returns Father’s Day weekend with fireworks, live music, carnival rides and one of the region’s largest celebrations of the local strawberry harvest.

Jun 13, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest premium gas across Suffolk County in week ending June 7

2 gas stations had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jun 13, 2025

New York appliance firm faces suit over alleged pressure cooker malfunction

A lawsuit has been filed against The Steelstone Group LLC d/b/a Gourmia by Myesha Maggit on behalf of her daughter J.E.B., claiming severe injuries from a defective pressure cooker.

Jun 13, 2025

Former employee files lawsuit against Peconic Landing alleging discrimination and unlawful termination

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Peconic Landing at Southold and two individuals, Mary Lavery and Lindsey Corwin, alleging a series of discriminatory and retaliatory actions that culminated in her termination.

Jun 13, 2025

Republicans Win in a Landslide

The Republicans beat the Democrats in the annual Congressional Baseball Game this week and some might call it a landslide victory.

Jun 13, 2025

Here’s to clean water in Suffolk.

In a major public health milestone, the Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) announced it has achieved full compliance with federal drinking water standards for toxic PFAS chemicals—six years ahead of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2031 deadline.

Jun 13, 2025

Stony Brook Film Festival announces schedule for its 30th anniversary

The Stony Brook Film Festival has announced its full schedule for the 30th anniversary event, which will take place from July 17 to July 26 at the Staller Center for the Arts.

Jun 13, 2025

Quantum technology advances focus on scalability challenges at Stony Brook University

Scale remains a significant challenge in the field of quantum technology.

Jun 13, 2025

Price Tag Revealed, Sticker Shock from $7.2 Million Mastic-Shirley Station Reno

Eyes popped when the cost breakdown of the new Mastic-Shirley Train Station was revealed.

Jun 13, 2025

Manorville Community Ambulance Honored for Service, Generosity During EMS Appreciation Week

They save lives and now are being recognized for their volunteer service.

Jun 13, 2025

Stony Brook researchers advance material science for nuclear fusion reactors

Nuclear fusion, a process akin to the energy production in the sun and stars, holds promise for generating electricity on Earth without carbon emissions or long-lasting nuclear waste.

Jun 13, 2025

Suffolk Cracks Down on Illegal Limos, Party Buses Ahead of Summer Season

Ride at your own risk: Suffolk officials warn against using unlicensed operators.

Jun 13, 2025

Local robotics teams compete in Mather Hospital’s Great Robotic Challenge

Local robotics teams compete in Mather Hospital’s Great Robotic Challenge as Mather exceeds 10,000 cases

Jun 12, 2025

Stefanik Grills Hochul Over Migrant Crimes in Explosive D.C. Hearing: “She Created This Crisis”

Stefanik lets barbs fly during Gov. Hochul’s sanctuary state testimony.

Jun 12, 2025

East Moriches Street Renamed in Honor of Local Army Hero Jack Dyer

East Moriches Veteran Jack Dyer will be forever remembered thanks to Street named in his honor.

Jun 12, 2025

Spota Spotted: Disgraced Former DA Out of Prison, Working at Hauppauge Law Firm

Out on work release, Spota is under the supervision of the same Hauppauge criminal defense attorney who defended him against corruption charges years ago.

Jun 12, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending June 7

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 7.

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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.


Opinion

From the Newsroom: Pray for a Mamdani Victory

“Do we want Mamdani to win, knowing his tenure will turn New York City into such a massive, raging, dumpster fire, that it will lead to a Democratic revolt that will result in huge GOP victories in 2026?”


Local

Three Cheers for the Musketeers! “America 250” Celebrated in Bay Shore Reenactment Prelude

In conjunction with the County’s upcoming 250th Anniversary Commemorative Planning Committee, Romaine and company—which included reenactors tabbed to play former heads of state such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson—provocatively promised a celebration “like you’ve never seen” come Fourth of July 2026.