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Jul 8, 2025

Casting a Line in Suffolk: A Time-Honored Long Island Pastime

Stop wishing and go fishing, there are plenty of places for anglers along Suffolk’s shores.

Jul 7, 2025

Paving projects completed in Lake Ronkonkoma and Patchogue

Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley have announced the completion of paving projects in Lake Ronkonkoma and Patchogue, New York.

Jul 7, 2025

Independence Parade Fills Patchogue with Pride

Patchogue wishes America a happy 249th birthday.

Jul 7, 2025

A Fourth of July Gone Awry: Coram Woman Fatally Shoots Boyfriend 

Charged with Murder in the Second Degree, Ashley Guimont, 44, was held overnight and arraigned in Central Islip. She is currently being held without bail.

Jul 7, 2025

Local Leaders Celebrate Library Literacy in Middle Country

“It’s heartwarming to see people work hard and do the right thing, and there’s nothing better than seeing people get rewarded for that hard work,” said Leg. Kennedy.

Jul 7, 2025

Morbid Merch Madness: Accused Gilgo Killer’s Belongings Receiving Bananland Bids Online 

Some noteworthy relics include a 1972 Vietnam-era Jeep the Massapequa native once owned. Offers are up to $4,300 for the alleged Gilgo Killer's ride once upon a time.

Jul 6, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending June 28

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 28.

Jul 4, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest premium gas during week ending June 28

1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 3, 2025

Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending June 28

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 2 gas stations had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 28.

Jul 3, 2025

Harbes on Fourth of July celebration at Mattituck farm: 'The farm is a fun place’

Harbes Family Farm in Mattituck is hosting a Fourth of July celebration featuring free live music, family activities, and farm-fresh food from Friday, July 4, through Sunday, July 6. The event highlights include daily concerts, pig races, and the debut of two miniature Highland cows.

Jul 3, 2025

2025 Navy SEAL LT Michael P. Murphy Run Around the Lake

The race beneficiary, The LT Michael P. Murphy Memorial Scholarship Foundation, was founded by Murphy’s family in 2007, driven by his belief that “education will set you free.”

Jul 3, 2025

Why I’m Watching 1993’s "Dazed and Confused" and "The Sandlot" This Week

Congratulations to all graduating seniors, party on, and most importantly: Go Yankees!

Jul 2, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas during week ending June 28

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 5 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 28.

Jul 2, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest diesel across Suffolk County in week ending June 28

1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 2, 2025

Strassfield on 'Independency' exhibit at Southampton Arts Center: 'It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity'

Southampton Arts Center is marking Independence Day with Independency: The American Flag at 250 Years, an exhibition featuring Apollo mission flags and a George Washington kerchief among its highlights.

Jul 2, 2025

Suffolk Officials Launch Summer STOP-DWI Campaign Ahead of Fourth of July Weekend

Suffolk officials all out to stop highway carnage.

Jul 2, 2025

Panico Speaks Out on Suffolk County DSS Bypassing Housing Codes in Brookhaven

Supervisor of Brookhaven, Dan Panico, announced a major legal victory against a corporate landlord whose properties in Mastic Beach were the source of serious quality of life concerns.

Jul 2, 2025

Prior Felony Offender Sentenced for Shooting Victim Outside Billiards Bar

“Jonathan Redar, a prior felony offender, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for shooting a family member outside a Mount Sinai bar. What began as a dispute turned into a near-deadly act of violence,” said District Attorney Tierney.

Jul 2, 2025

Advancement Announcement: Stony Brook Urologists Introduce Catheter-Free Bladder Monitoring

Stony Brook University Hospital’s latest achievement in medical advancement—the implementation of Glean Urodynamics—is the first of its kind performed on the East Coast.

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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.


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Mastic Beach Redevelopment Draws Praise, Concerns Over Traffic and Crime

Town hears resident concerns over the Beechwood Project: here’s what they had to say:


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Paving Season Continues! 33-Road Sound Beach Project Completed 

“Investing in our local roads is essential to maintaining the quality of life and safety for Sound Beach residents,” said Councilwoman Jane Bonner.