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Oct 21, 2024

Collectors Clamoring for Trump Portrait by Local Artist

Artist Elaine Thompson has done it again, winning rave reviews and hot sales of her new work, "Trump—The Party of Lincoln." She's created stunning portraits of Theodore Roosevelt, George Washington, and John F. Kennedy, and expects to soon sell out 2,500 limited edition prints of the 45th president.

Oct 21, 2024

Circuit Rideshare Route Added to Improve Brentwood Transit Woes

A rideshare company “going green” in mission and in practice, Circuit—established in 2011—stresses eco-friendliness and carbon neutrality.

Oct 21, 2024

Cash Aplenty in Congressional Races

Running for Congress gets more expensive with every campaign, and local candidates have been raking in the cash to compete.

Oct 21, 2024

Woman Killed and Man Seriously Injured in Motorcycle Crash

Location:  Westbound Long Island Expressway, near Exit 68, Yaphank

Oct 21, 2024

Brookhaven council members discuss roles with students at education center

On October 18, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich visited the Sunshine Alternative Education Center (SAEC) in Port Jefferson Station. The purpose of their visit was to engage with students about their responsibilities as members of the Brookhaven Town Council. Dr. Carol Carter, Administrator/Prevention Professional, also participated in the event.

Oct 21, 2024

The Election Showdown—A Turning Point for America?

As we edge closer to November, the presidential race feels more chaotic than ever. From billionaires flexing their financial muscles on both sides to Vice President Kamala Harris making unexpected moves—like her recent sit-down with Fox News—this election cycle has thrown us a curveball. Add to that President Trump's latest rally, this time in New York's Madison Square Garden, and it feels like nothing is off the table. Politics as we know it seems suspended, with a no-holds-barred approach to winning.

Oct 21, 2024

LaLota v. Avlon Race Sparks Interest in Coram Civic Association Endorsements

Do Zip Codes matter? Why a zip code might have changed an endorsement in a Suffolk County Congressional race.

Oct 20, 2024

Early Voting Starts Saturday

Early Voting Starts Saturday

Oct 20, 2024

Suffolk is Trump Country Say 7-11 Patriots

Judging by the displays springing up along local highways and front yards, Suffolk is Trump Country. One such demonstration appears nearly every day on William Floyd Parkway, staged by a group going by the name of 7-11 Patriots Corner.

Oct 20, 2024

Some TLC for Historic Headstones From Local Scout

Dating back to the American Revolution, the historic cemetery at the Manor of St. George is looking better thanks to the hard work of a local scout.

Oct 20, 2024

Walk To End Alzheimer's Raises $190,000

Walk to End Alzheimer's is World's Largest Event Dedicated to Alzheimer's Care, Support and Research

Oct 20, 2024

Upgrade for Volunteer Firefighters Museum

Volunteer firefighters have been serving Long Island for decades and have a museum dedicated to them in Ridge, a facility that was recently upgraded thanks to state and town grants. 

Oct 19, 2024

Stunning Ecological Discovery in Stony Brook

The collapse of Stony Brook's Harbor Road dam and the draining of the centuries-old Mill Pond may have uncovered a previously unknown amphibian species, a discovery that has sent ripples of excitement through the environmental community.

Oct 19, 2024

Brookhaven Highway Goes Pink

Every October, the Brookhaven Highway Department proudly participates in National Breast Cancer Awareness month, highlighting the need for early detection, treatment, and research for all types of cancer.

Oct 19, 2024

SCPD Mourns Death of Beloved Inspector

Deputy Inspector Asturias joined the Auxiliary Police Department in 2015 as an Auxiliary Police Officer and rose through the ranks to Deputy Inspector in 2020 serving in the Seventh Precinct for the past decade. He was extremely proud to a volunteer and was consistently the unit's leader with volunteer hours and details worked each year. Auxiliary Police officers and SCPD officers knew Deputy Inspector Asturias could be counted on and he was always the person to keep everyone actively engaged in Auxiliary Police Program activities.

Oct 19, 2024

Hispanic Heritage History Lesson at Edith L. Slocum Elementary

Students in Dina Pinelli's fourth grade class at Edith L. Slocum Elementary School in the Connetquot Central School District celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by researching famous Hispanic people. The students learned about Pablo Picasso, Cesar Chavez, Oscar De La Hoya, Dolores Huerta, Celia Cruz, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sonia Sotomayor and Frida Kahlo. On their Chromebooks, students filled out a graphic organizer with important and interesting facts about the person. They then took their notes and filled in a flag which they decorated colorfully. The flags were then attached together and hung outside the classroom for all to view.

Oct 19, 2024

Fire Prevention Day event set for October 24

Fire Prevention Day is scheduled for Sunday, October 24, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. The event will take place at the headquarters located at 100 Elm Avenue.

Oct 19, 2024

Crime Prevention Message from Assemblyman Joe DeStefano

Crime Prevention Message from Assemblyman Joe DeStefano

Oct 18, 2024

Kamala Clown Show Continues

Kamala Harris chose incorrectly not once, but twice when given the opportunity to speak or stay quiet as the campaign for Commander in Chief winds down.

Oct 18, 2024

South Street School students learn fire safety

immersed themselves in the study of fire safety, which culminated in with a visit from the

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Brookhaven Clerk LaValle Attends the Centereach/ Selden Civic Association Monthly Meeting

Mr. Lavalle also spoke about service improvements made by the town clerk’s office and engaged with civic members.


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Pickles & Paws 2025: New York’s Largest Animal Adoption Festival Launches This Spring in Yaphank

Connect with s furry friend at New York’s largest adoption event.


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Stay Melo: HOF Knicks Star Plugs Cannabis Brand in Farmingdale

Strain Stars will welcome the perennial All-Star on Saturday, April 19th for 1-3 p.m. meet and greets.