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WFHS Showcases Programs at CTE Expo
William Floyd High School recently opened its doors to future career-minded students during its annual Career and Technical Education Expo, showcasing the breadth of opportunities available through its growing CTE program.
Bonner Honored as St. Patrick’s Grand Marshal
Councilwoman Jane Bonner was formally honored as Grand Marshal of the 74th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade during the Friends of St. Patrick Dinner Dance in Mount Sinai.
Mattera Thanks Crews After Record Blizzard
New York State State Senator Mario Mattera thanked the New York State Department of Transportation crews and Suffolk County Highway and Grounds Maintenance workers this week for their efforts clearing roads during one of the most intense winter storms to hit the region in years.
Murray Backs GOP Plan to Tackle Housing Costs
Warning that New York’s housing market is pushing families out of the state, Long Island State Senator Dean Murray called for sweeping reforms to make homeownership more attainable.
Sheriff Toulon Marks USA's 250th Birthday
Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon Jr., joined by members of the Sheriff’s Office, visited Riverhead Town Hall this week to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, reflecting on both the nation’s founding and the county’s enduring commitment to public service.
Mastic Beach Clerk Arrested in Vape Sale to Minor
A Mastic Beach store employee was arrested Wednesday after authorities said he sold vape products to a person under the age of 21 during an investigation into illegal tobacco sales.
ESM VE Team Wins Silver for Booth Design
Eastport-South Manor Central School District’s Virtual Enterprise team, Duvaire de Parfum, earned Silver recognition for booth design at the Virtual Enterprise New York State and Northeast Business Plan Competition and Trade Show, held at Long Island University in Brookville.
Riverhead Man Charged in Mother’s Killing
Suffolk County Police have arrested a Riverhead man in connection with the death of his mother, whose body was discovered earlier this month in a wooded area in Manorville.
DOT Worker Seriously Injured in LIE Crash
A Department of Transportation employee was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle on the Long Island Expressway in Holtsville, and the driver has been charged with driving while intoxicated, Suffolk County Police said.
Kassar Praises Trump’s State of the Union
President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address drew enthusiastic support from New York State Conservative Party Chairman Gerard “Gerry” Kassar, who said the speech offered a compelling choice for the nation’s future.
All Kids Fair Returns to Melville April 19
The popular All Kids Fair will return to Melville this spring, marking its 15th year of bringing fun and family-friendly resources together under one roof.
Lawmakers Sound Alarm On Soaring Energy Costs
Action at the State Capitol: Lawmakers sound the alarm on rising energy costs.
Holtsville Engineer Honored During Engineers Week
PSEG Long Island is celebrating National Engineers Week, February 22nd to February 28th, by recognizing the nearly 500 engineers in its workforce, including Stelios Yamalis of Holtsville, for their vital role in powering Long Island and the Rockaways.
LI Business Pros Sought for Charity Boxing Event
Long Island Fight for Charity (LIFFC), the nation’s only all-volunteer charity boxing fundraising event, is seeking business professionals to step into the ring for its 21st Annual Main Event this November.
NYS AG Issues Blizzard Consumer Protection Alerts
As record snowfall and blizzard-like conditions blanket much of New York and Suffolk County, New York State Attorney General Letitia James issued consumer alerts aimed at protecting homeowners and tenants navigating the aftermath of the storm.
Shirley Man Killed in Sunrise Highway Crash
Suffolk County Police Fifth Squad detectives are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred in Brookhaven.
Spring Egg Hunt, Makers Fest in Blue Point
Families across the South Shore will have a chance to welcome spring with a full day of festivities when St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church hosts its Springtime Egg Hunt & Makers Festival on Saturday, March 28
JVC FORCE’s AJ ROK to Speak at LIMEHOF Event
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) will celebrate hip-hop history and hometown pride on February 28 with a special Black History Month program honoring one of the genre’s local pioneers.
Miller Avenue Students Embrace Olympic Spirit
As the curtain fell on the Winter Olympic Games, students at Miller Avenue School found their own way to carry the Olympic spirit forward, right in their physical education classes.
SCWA Preps for Major Suffolk Snowstorm
The Suffolk County Water Authority is preparing for a massive winter storm expected to blanket the region with several feet of snow.
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WFHS Showcases Programs at CTE Expo
William Floyd High School recently opened its doors to future career-minded students during its annual Career and Technical Education Expo, showcasing the breadth of opportunities available through its growing CTE program.