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Would be Middle Island cop killer sentenced
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney addressed the media following a court appearance of a Middle Island man sentenced to 20 years in prison for attempted murder of Suffolk County police officers.
Paws of War rescues animals, heals heroes
Saving pets, changing lives—the Paws of War mission.
Pickleball’s rise brings health benefits—and risks
Beware of the pickleball, popular sport brings some risks.
October Slate for LIMEHOF
For the next four Sundays — Oct. 5, Oct. 12, Oct. 19, and Oct. 26 — the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) will host a king’s ransom of local acts at its Stony Brook headquarters.
Longwood High School seniors debate in Mock Legislature
Suffolk County Legislators Chad Lennon and Dominick Thorne hosted Longwood High School students for a hands-on introduction to the legislative process.
New PTA Alert: One LOST parallel after another
Move over, "Dr. Strangelove." Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" actually takes me elsewhere. However, I can immediately count at least seven parallels the film shares with the ABC mystery/sci-fi drama “LOST” off the riff.
Kawasaki Greenhouses awarded funding for watershed project
Kawasaki Greenhouses, located in East Moriches, NY, was awarded over $180,000 for a water quality conservation project.
Brookhaven completes culvert replacement and stormwater mitigation project in Mastic
The Brookhaven Highway Department has completed a $482,000 project in Mastic aimed at replacing a failing culvert and improving stormwater management.
Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico proposes 2026 budget with focus on transparency
Town Supervisor Dan Panico has presented the proposed 2026 budget for the Town of Brookhaven, focusing on fiscal responsibility and openness.
Romaine signs law ‘Protecting Suffolk’s Working Waterfronts’
Suffolk County has taken a historic step to protect its maritime heritage and economy by enacting legislation establishing a Working Waterfronts Program — the first initiative of its kind in New York State.
Eastport-South Manor students selected for merit commendation
Eastport-South Manor Junior-Senior High School students were named Commended Students in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program for exceptional academic promise.
$36.2 Million to Restore Vital Roadways on Long Island
Key sections of the Sunrise Highway service roads and Route 25 in Suffolk County will be under construction.
Ryder Cup recap: local biz booms—from hoteliers to shuckers
Four-star hotels nearby Bethpage State Park that benefited from the onslaught of out-of-towners included the Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton and the Courtyard by Marriott Republic Airport—both in Farmingdale.
Breaking zoos: closing time for Holtsville animal preserve
The main reason for the planned termination of the Holtsville Ecology Site, the Town says, is the cost to taxpayers.
Moriches Rotary Hosts 17th Annual Oktoberfest
A good time for a good cause at the Moriches Rotary Oktoberfest.
Smithtown Central School District students ‘Go Gold’
Smithtown students raise money for cancer awareness.
Lawmakers call for HALT repeal, prison safety reforms
HALT Act failing, legislators call for prison reform.
SCPD officer busted on DWI charge
A Suffolk County police officer has been indicted on charges of vehicular assault and driving while intoxicated after allegedly striking a pedestrian in Huntington Village while off duty.
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Ex-Giants and Jets Wife Runs for Congress
The wife of former New York Giants and New York Jets wide receiver Plaxico Burress has announced her run for New Jersey’s 9th Congressional District. Attorney and former Penn State athlete Tiffany Burress is seeking the seat currently held by Rep. Nellie Pou.
Desai is Now #1 in the Country
Smithtown East High School junior Trishna Desai delivered a historic performance recently, bowling an impressive 804 series. The milestone marked the first 800 series recorded in Suffolk County girls bowling in more than six years, a rare achievement that immediately turned heads across the county. Desai’s remarkable series featured game scores of 268, 279, and 257, showcasing consistency, power, and precision throughout the set.
Mangano Makes More History
Shoreham-Wading River wrestler Gavin Mangano added another historic achievement to his résumé by capturing his fourth Eastern States Classic championship. Widely regarded as the toughest in-season wrestling tournament in the East, the Eastern States Classic once again showcased Mangano’s dominance on the mat.