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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.”
Goblin march fills Center Moriches Main Street with magic
Inside this year’s march of the goblins: candy, costumes, and fun for all.
Federal shutdown drowns out flood insurance
During the federal government shutdown, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) expired which means policies can’t be issued or renewed until Democrats end the shutdown.
Applause for a great cause at Amityville Music Hall
Flaunting a spirited “four bands, four styles, one goal” attitude, the "Band Together for Good" mini-music festival and fundraiser benefits Family & Children’s Association (FCA)—the Island’s oldest and largest human service organization.
DENTAL365 Honors Veterans with a free Day of Dentistry
In honor of Veterans Day, Dental365 will once again host its annual Free Day of Dentistry for Veterans.
Trucker found guilty of killing girlfriend in Patchogue
Willie Hart, of Yaphank, was found guilty of Murder in the Second Degree for murdering his girlfriend Candace Woodruffoutside of a Patchogue motel.
That was a movie: from Long Beach Cinemas to extra guac shop
A Chipotle Mexican Grill is heading to the retail space that formerly belonged to the locally beloved landmark Long Beach Cinemas, which closed its doors back in April 2023.
JVC Broadcasting to host annual food drive for Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE program
JVC Broadcasting will hold its annual food drive on November 8 and 9 to benefit the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive.
Sheriff Toulon unveils new Domestic Violence Bureau office
Joined by the family of Kathy Bishop on the morning of Wednesday, October 29th, Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon, Jr. announced the opening of his Domestic Violence Bureau’s new office space.
$160 Million Carriage House project breaks ground in Patchogue
Hundreds of new homes are coming to downtown Patchogue.
‘La famiglia e tutto’ — family is everything!
The Suffolk County Courts held their first annual Italian American Heritage Month Celebration.
Deep-sea diver anchors his Life on Long Island
See how this gas station owner traded fins for fuel pumps.
Bring a smile: Operation Christmas Senior seeks donations
Bring joy this year by making a donation through Operation Christmas Senior.
Brookhaven Youth Advisory Board holds food drive supporting Thanksgiving meals
On October 25, the Town of Brookhaven Volunteer Youth Advisory Board organized a food drive at Stop & Shop in Farmingville to benefit the Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive.
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Colonials Win a Thriller
The William Floyd Colonials picked up a thrilling 11-10 victory over Sachem North Flaming Arrows this week in one of the most exciting games on the Suffolk County schedule this season.