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West Nile on Long Island: 14 Mosquitoes Test Positive for Virus
The samples were taken from Dix Hills, Holtsville, Lindenhurst, Melville, Nesconset, Northport, Rocky Point, St. James and West Babylon.
Patchogue-Medford Brings Together Generations Of Musicians For Community Concert
Clear your calendar on Friday, August 1st for the Patchogue-Medford School District’s Third Annual Patchogue-Medford Community Concert.
Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending July 26
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 26.
Where drivers found cheapest regular gas across Suffolk County in week ending July 26
1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 26, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
The pull out of King Kullen and Stop & Shop has created a Middle Island food desert.
Hungry and no place to go for Brookhaven residents.
Calling All Vendors: Moriches Chamber Announces Annual Fall Festival
The Moriches Chamber wants you—to be a vendor at the Fall Festival
Smooth Roads for Shirley: $1.9 Million Pavement Project Completed
This week, Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig announced that 18 roads in Shirley have been totally resurfaced.
Judgement Against Suffolk County in Second Amendment Case Becomes Final
Steven I. Locke United States Magistrate Judge finalized an order against Suffolk County for using an unconstitutional policy to deny plaintiff, Brett Milau, a pistol permit.
Historic Tax Credits Expand Making More Suffolk County Projects Eligible
The recent New York State budget expands the use of historic tax credits for affordable housing efforts.
Brookhaven officials announce completion of 18-road paving project in Shirley
Brookhaven Town officials have announced the completion of a major paving project covering 18 roads in Shirley.
Remember the Fallen: Calverton Memorial Service for WWII-Perished Air Force Lieutenant Set for Aug. 13
A US Army Air Force First Lieutenant during WWII who never had a proper burial, a 21-year-old Cleary and a crew of 10 were reported “missing in action” after their plane was shot down in Italy on December 10th, 1944.
From the Comptroller’s Office: Suffolk County Audit Division Gets Strong Marks From Independent Review
In a letter to Comptroller Kennedy, ALGA praised the County Audit Division’s organization skills, audit reports, and operational thoroughness.
Longtime Suffolk Courts District Executive Warren Clark Retires
Long time court boss Clark retires after 25 years.
Ribbon Cutting Marks Grand Opening of Fearless Dance Company in Center Moriches
Ribbon snipped at new dance studio in Center Moriches.
Brookhaven releases bobwhite quail at Longwood Estate for pest control and conservation
In Brookhaven, 100 Northern Bobwhite Quail were released at the Longwood Estate in Ridge on July 25 as part of an ongoing ecological effort.
Term Limits in Suffolk: Romaine, McCaffrey Team Up to Sign Preservation Act
Despite Gov. Hochul’s “Even-Year Elections” law of 2023, the landmark initiative unanimously passed to amend the County Charter to extend legislator terms countywide from two to four years.
Boats, Bait, and Brotherhood: Veterans Honored at Anglers Annual Outing
Veterans wet some lines courtesy of the Moriches Anglers
Attempted Vehicular Murder: Coram Woman Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison
“What began as a disagreement should never have escalated to this level of violence,” said DA Tierney.
Anthony Maag and Amaya Westbay Marry at the Vineyards at Aquebogue
Center Moriches couple weds.
Former Middle Island Bank to Be Repurposed as Starbucks
Morning Joe will be easier for Middle Island residents with new Starbucks.
Daily Feed
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.
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.