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“Cat’s in the Cradle” doc to screen at Cinema Arts on Nov. 1
Rick Korn’s documentary recently won Best Film at the 2025 Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) Film Festival. It celebrates 50 years since the folk singer-songwriter turned world hunger fighter released his most popular song.
William Floyd students design their own fish at Osprey Park
What would you do if you could design your own fish? Tangier Smith Elementary 4th graders had a chance to do just that.
Smith Point Beach ‘severely eroded’ after Nor’easter
Smith Point County Park Beach in Shirley—along with other nearby oceanfronts—suffered significant damage during the Nor’easter that battered Long Island from Sunday, October 15th, into Monday the 16th.
Four teens charged in Middle Island robbery
According to police, they arrested four teenagers in direct connection with the gunpoint robbery of another teen's luxury clothing in the parking lot of a Middle Island apartment complex.
Connetquot High School makes a splash with pool reopening
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Connetquot High School to celebrate the reopening of the school’s indoor pool.
100 Suffolk students to perform with US Marine Band member
An annual festival gathers Suffolk musicians from county schools to celebrate two unique instruments – the tuba and the euphonium.
Brookhaven Recycles student poster contest is underway
Brookhaven wants you to show them your best artwork that will inspire others to reduce,
DA: Bay Shore father sexually abused 8-year-old daughter
Per Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney, a 33-year-old Bay Shore man was convicted after a jury trial of “Course of Sexual Conduct in the First Degree” for repeatedly sexually abusing his daughter over approximately one year.
Monarch’s marvelous migration a wonder of nature
Long Island is a stopover for the miraculous Monarchs as they make their way to Mexico.
Local artist shines at Ryder Cup with official poster
Local artists sells out at the Ryder Cup.
Patchogue’s Michele LaMartina is a Woman of Distinction
Another Woman of Distinction is recognized.
St. Anthony’s sophomore dies of leukemia, liver failure
The 15-year-old sophomore at St. Anthony’s High School in Huntington passed away on Monday, October 6th, just one week after being diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and liver failure.
ABLI: Federal shutdown damaging local economy
The Association for a Better Long Island (ABLI) — which represents owners of $15 billion in regional property — recently warned that the ongoing federal shutdown will cause “enormous economic damage” to Long Island.
Lawmakers seek clarity after Dairy Queen case
Local legislators to order bills in Dairy Queen case.
Medford Dairy Queen owners speak with SSP after odd lawsuit
As first reported by CBS this week, the sisters apparently violated a “Frequency of Pay” law when they paid their staff—who qualify as “manual workers,” per this loophole—biweekly.
Medford Dairy Queen falls victim to NY state rule
Sisters were so wronged under NY’s business laws that they are fundraising through GoFundMe just to stay afloat.
Terrorism expert appointed to strengthen Suffolk security
Acknowledging the terrorism threat, Suffolk appoints expert to the police department.
LI Cares Food Bank names new CEO
New President and CEO Katherine M. Fritz previously served as the organization’s vice president for development and communications.
Spooky October at Cinema Arts Centre
As part of their Spooky October Series, the Huntington arthouse community theater will screen Universal horror classics “Frankenstein” and “Bride of Frankenstein” back to back on Thursday, October 16 at 7 p.m.
East Moriches water main upgrade improves flow and quality
Better water on tap for East Moriches thanks to new main installation.
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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