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Aug 8, 2025

Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Aug. 2

2 gas stations had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Aug. 2, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Aug 8, 2025

Warrant Executed in Bay Shore – 25 Dogs Rescued

Suffolk County SPCA and police rescued 25 dogs from a Bay Shore home in “unsanitary and inhumane conditions."

Aug 8, 2025

LI Legend Billy Joel’s Past Loves and Languish Tackled in Sprawling New Doc

Directors Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin cut together “Billy Joel: And So It Goes” in express collaboration with the titular man of the hour, nay, 5 hours’ worth of said enlightening BTS entertainment—and then some.

Aug 7, 2025

A Place of Healing and Heart: Medford Multicare Center Offers Exceptional Care

South Shore staffer impressed after stay at the Medford Multicare Center.

Aug 7, 2025

Suffolk County Police Department Takes Home Gold – AGAIN!

The Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) took home the gold for the second year in a row at the Police League Roller Hockey Tournament.

Aug 7, 2025

Needham on LIMEHOF Music Documentary Film Festival: 'I think people are going to love it'

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame in Stony Brook will launch its first-ever LIMEHOF Music Documentary Film Festival from Friday, Aug. 8, through Sunday, Aug. 10, showcasing a lineup of music-focused documentaries and live performances.

Aug 7, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Aug. 2

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 Aug. 2.

Aug 7, 2025

Suffolk Sheriff, Brookhaven Host an East End National Night Out to Remember in Ridge 

Fireman’s Memorial Park in Ridge played host to a resounding success on Tuesday, August 5th. Over 2,000 residents flocked to partake in a myriad of slammin’ summer activities.

Aug 7, 2025

Blood Drive Benefits: Mets Tickets for Nesconset, Ronkonkoma Day Donors 

In coordination with the New York Blood Center, donors who give blood at either event will receive free tickets to see the New York Mets during the final sprint of their 2025 playoff hunt.

Aug 6, 2025

Rocky Point’s Kayla MacKay Surprised with County Honors for Service and Leadership

Surprised at the legislature for her accomplishments.

Aug 6, 2025

Nearly $12 million Coming to Suffolk for South Shore Flood Projects

Flood resiliency projects in Suffolk ($11.7 million) and Nassau Counties ($9.5 million) to protect communities from flooding and enhance safety along key travel corridors is on the way.

Aug 6, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest midgrade gas across Suffolk County in week ending Aug. 2

1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Aug. 2, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Aug 6, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas during week ending Aug. 2

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

Aug 6, 2025

Brookhaven announces adolescent grief workshop for mental health professionals

The Brookhaven Town Department of General Services Youth Bureau Division, in collaboration with the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (LICADD), will host a professional development workshop focused on grief and loss among...

Aug 6, 2025

Officials Urge Residents to Prepare Now for Emergencies

Officials urge residents to get ready for emergencies.

Aug 6, 2025

“I Declare Bankruptcy!” exclaims Okeha Castle Owner in Last-Ditch Property Protection Plea

Gary Melius, owner of the 22-acre Oheka Castle estate since 1984, filed for bankruptcy just prior to a since-cancelled foreclosure sale set for Thursday, August 7th.

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Sports

Bo Knows Fantasy

This week, the New York Mets lost out on Kyle Tucker and quickly pivoted to Bo Bichette, and for fantasy purposes, this is an absolute win for Bichette managers and those targeting the star. You will hear talk that Bichette is switching positions, and long term that is why some teams were hesitant to commit to lengthy contracts, but for fantasy players, that should not matter at all.


Sports

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.


Sports

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.