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Fall fair draws crowd to historic Avery Homestead
This homestead has become the epicenter of historic preservation in East Patchogue.
New traffic pattern for Mastic Blvd. and William Floyd Parkway
The county is trying a new traffic pattern to relieve William Floyd congestion.
Brookhaven expands online access to over 20 years of property tax records
Residents of Brookhaven can now access more than twenty years of property tax records online, following a new service launched by the Town’s Office of the Receiver of Taxes.
Missing Elmont man found at NYC Marathon
“How do you survive in New York City for two days with no food, no medication, nothing to drink?” said Jack's sister, Giselle Campione, according to CBS. “If it wasn't for the community, I don't know if Jack would be here right now.”
Community, cops connect over coffee
Coffee with a Cop provides opportunity to meet with the police in a relaxed atmosphere.
Five men indicted for carjacking at Ronkonkoma train station
Five men were indicted for the alleged armed carjacking of a man and woman in the parking lot of the Ronkonkoma Long Island Railroad station.
Allied Physicians reopens Rocky Point office with expanded healthcare services
Allied Physicians reopened its Rocky Point office on November 5, marking the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 346 NY-25A, Suite #34.
Veteran, officer, volunteer: Kathleen Vigiano celebrated
A special Woman of Distinction, Veteran Kathleen Vigiano is honored.
Patriot Memorial Park honors America’s post-9/11 heroes
A field of flags honors those who fought our nation’s War on Terror.
Brookhaven is lining up Thanksgiving and Christmas activities
Brookhaven is wasting no time getting Thanksgiving and Christmas activities on the calendar.
St. James Model Railroad Club president on Holiday Open House: 'The kids love it'
The St. James Model Railroad Club will welcome visitors Nov. 21-23 for its annual Holiday Open House at the historic Mills Pond House in St. James, continuing a community tradition that has drawn families for nearly 40 years.
Patchogue bar trolls bozos: community callout or fake news?
The message, widely shared on Instagram, matched the tongue-in-cheek, dramatic-toned video content that accompanied similar posts from The Cliffton bar in the recent past, wherein they would equally lambast their own patrons.
Madeline’s Mission inspires community
Brave young girl inspires hope through Madeline’s Mission.
Panera, Bojangles restaurants coming to Farmingville
When one door closes, another opens—and patrons of the recently closed Ronkonkoma-located Panera Bread know this all too well.
William Floyd wins NYS Business Department of the Year
The William Floyd High School Business Education Department has been named the Business Education & Marketing “Department of the Year” by the Business Teachers Association of New York State for the 7th time.
Patchogue-Medford School District pushes back against bullying
The Patchogue-Medford School District celebrated National Bullying Prevention Month with students participating in various activities encouraging unity, kindness, and friendship.
Suffolk Republicans Mobilize Massive Election Day Push
Party Chairman Jesse Garcia said the effort, dubbed the “Hunt for Republican November,” represents the culmination of nearly a year of planning and coordination across Suffolk’s ten towns.
Cronin on We Bloom in Winter exhibit in Sayville: 'Come in and enjoy the artwork'
Bell Street Artists will be presenting a mixed-media show entitled We Bloom in Winter on Saturdays and Sundays through November at the BAFFA Gallery in Sayville.
From the Newsroom: Win big bucks just for being kind
The South Shore Press has launched an ambitious new community initiative aimed at spreading goodwill across Suffolk County: a “Random Acts of Kindness” contest offering more than $20,000 in prizes, including a $10,000 grand prize, to reward generosity, compassion, and creativity.
Birdwatchers unite for rare cuckoo in Riverhead
Birders traveled from far and wide to the Vineyards Golf and Country Club in Riverhead starting Thursday, October 23rd, to feast their eyes on the “common cuckoo.”
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Colonials Host Coaches vs. Cancer/Score for a Cure
The William Floyd girls’ varsity basketball team, led by head coach Rich Sinclair, recently hosted a “Coaches vs. Cancer/Score for a Cure” game against Riverhead to raise money in the fight against cancer. As part of the initiative, the Colonials also participated in a shoot-a-thon, and through concessions and T-shirt sales, they raised nearly $650 for the American Cancer Society.
Wealth Management Firms Accuse Real Estate Entities of Fraudulent Scheme
Summitbridge Wealth Management and Arna Premier Property Solutions have filed a lawsuit against multiple real estate entities accusing them of running a Ponzi-style fraud scheme involving over $1 million in investments.
Plaintiff Alleges False Arrests by NYPD Officers
Micah Mitchell has filed a lawsuit against multiple NYPD officers alleging false arrest among other civil rights violations after two separate incidents where he claims he was unlawfully detained without cause