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Hochul’s New York: Crime, Chaos, and Decline
New York needs sweeping gubernatorial change.
Snack Time: Cricket Season at Eastport-South Manor High!
As part of their coursework, students examined the environmental advantages of insect-based proteins. They even took the initiative to write persuasive letters to companies, requesting samples of cricket snacks to support their research.
New Retailers at Riverhead Tanger ahead of the Holidays
Baseball Lifestyle, Loide & Co., and Krafty Hands have each opened substantial storefronts at the popular shopping destination, signaling continued growth and diversification as the year winds down.
Nesconset Teen Indicted in Murder of Sayville Ex-Girlfriend
Nesconset teenager Austin Lynch, 18, was charged with Murder in the Second Degree for the fatal Thanksgiving-week shooting of his ex-girlfriend, 18-year-old Emily Finn of Sayville.
Stony Brook study finds targeting Glut1 protein may help treat severe kidney disease
Researchers at Stony Brook University have identified the Glucose Transporter 1 (Glut1) protein as a potential therapeutic target for kidney disease.
Srivastava on Box of Chocolates holiday concert in Bay Shore: 'We have fun and music'
A Box of Chocolates: Holiday Sampler and Singalong returns to Bay Shore on Saturday, Dec. 20, bringing a new lineup of performers to the Unitarian Universalist Society of South Suffolk (UUSSS) for the monthly concert series known for its mix of musical styles.
South Country Elementary Teacher Earns Doctorate
Jill DeRosa, a second grade teacher at Verne W. Critz Elementary School in the South Country Central School District, has earned her doctorate from Molloy University, marking a significant milestone in her 18-year career within the district.
DA: Yaphank Trucker Murdered Girlfriend in Patchogue
The Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office announced this past week that Willie Hart, 61, of Yaphank, has been sentenced to 22 years to life in prison for the murder of his girlfriend, Candace Woodruff, 37.
Billions Leave New York in Overseas Transfers
The foreign cash drain from New York is in the billions.
Reform Movement Prevails in Gordon Heights Fire District Vote
A years-long fight to save taxpayer money continues in Gordon Heights.
The Polar Bear Moves South
The Baseball Winter Meetings are supposed to ignite enthusiasm in fan bases and reconstruct rosters so that teams can contend. For the New York Mets, however, these meetings have become a string of nightmares and broken dreams. This week the Mets lost another beloved star when Pete Alonso signed with the Baltimore Orioles.
Ja’Quan Thomas Wins the Hansen Award
Ja’Quan Thomas will need to find a place to put all his new trophies and awards after this week.
William Floyd Cleans Up at the Awards Dinner
The William Floyd Colonials football program had a big night this week earning a host of honors at the annual Suffolk County Football Coaches Association awards dinner held at the Hyatt Regency in Hauppauge.
Sayville Football Earns Rutgers Trophy
Sayville Football has won the Rutgers Trophy, awarded to the best team in Suffolk County. The Golden Flashes capped off an unforgettable season by finishing 12-0, securing their eighth Long Island Championship and bringing home the seventh Rutgers Trophy in program history. Sayville earned this prestigious honor at the Suffolk County Football Coaches Association dinner, where the program was officially recognized as Suffolk’s most outstanding team.
Stony Brook’s Institute for Ocean Conservation Science receives $1.6 million for aquatic research
The Institute for Ocean Conservation Science (IOCS) at Stony Brook University has received a $1.6 million donation to establish a research fund aimed at supporting its ongoing aquatic research efforts.
William Floyd High School alumnus shares post-graduation journey with special education students
Former William Floyd High School student Nick Nappi recently returned to his alma mater to speak with students in the Career Launchpad class, part of the Special Education Department.
Retirees association awards grants for arts and academic support at Suffolk County Community College
The Retirees Association of Suffolk Community College (RASCC) has awarded two Legacy Fellowship Grants to support projects at Suffolk County Community College.
Pat-Med's Field Hockey Stars Take Home State Honors
Patchogue-Medford High School seniors Kate Comiskey and Sophia Fox achieved remarkable recognition this season, standing out as two of only eighteen field hockey student-athletes in all of Suffolk County to earn prestigious All-State honors.
Addison Ruland Breaks Pat-Med's School Record
There is a new name atop the record books at Pet-Med. At the conclusion of the fall 2025 season, Patchogue-Medford High School senior Addison Ruland officially set a new school record for career goals, marking one of the most impressive accomplishments in the history of the program.
Suffolk Wrestling Producing Stars
Earlier this month, Sports Illustrated released its updated National Pre-Season Rankings for both boys’ and girls’ wrestling, offering an early look at the top high school competitors across the country. Among the nation’s elite were 25 athletes from New York, each earning a place inside the top 30 and highlighting the state’s continued strength in the sport.
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Long Island Farm Bureau Honors Strobel, Lansdale
Long Island Farm Bureau honored two prominent leaders in the region’s agricultural community: Herb Strobel and Sarah Lansdale, AICP, during its 2026 Annual Awards Gala.