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Jul 28, 2025

Center Moriches Union Free School District Called Out in State Audit

Center Moriches Union Free School District gets scrutinized by State Comptroller.

Jul 27, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest diesel during week ending July 19

1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 25, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending July 19

1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 25, 2025

LIMEHOF Latest: Inaugural Music Doc Film Fest in Stony Brook (Aug. 8-10)

Twenty-four music documentaries will screen at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame's latest highly-anticipated event.

Jul 25, 2025

More New Principals in Suffolk! East Islip Tabs a Pair of Educators Turned Admins

Effective July 1st, Tara Scully replaced Anthony Montemarano as principal of East Islip Middle School, and Gregory Leger has replaced James Horan as assistant principal at East Islip High School.

Jul 25, 2025

Suffolk County Law Enforcement to Receive Over $1.3 Million

Suffolk County law enforcement agencies, including the District Attorney, Police, Sheriff, and Probation Departments will receive a combined $1.3 million from the state as part of a statewide effort to reduce crimes with guns.

Jul 25, 2025

If There’s a Dip, There’s A Rip!

Many people think they know what to do if caught in a rip current, but do you really know? Recommendations have changed.

Jul 24, 2025

Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending July 19

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 19.

Jul 24, 2025

Hauppauge Youngster Named Honorary Sheriff Amid Kidney Failure

On Tuesday, July 22nd, Suffolk County Sheriff Toulon proudly relinquished his title to a brave young man.

Jul 24, 2025

Officials to Host Emergency Preparedness Forum Highlighting Long Island Storm Risks

Local officials urge: get prepared before the next big one hits.

Jul 24, 2025

Painting the Court: Meryl Dee Becomes the World’s First Pickleball Artist

Artist Meryl Dee strives to be the Warhol of pickleball.

Jul 24, 2025

Greatness at Gurwin: Excellence in Healthcare Honor Awarded to a Pair of Suffolk Residents 

Jenny Meade, a speech language pathologist from Center Moriches, and Martiza Gonzalez, a registered nurse from West Islip, are this year's recipients.

Jul 24, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas during week ending July 19

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 19.

Jul 23, 2025

Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending July 19

3 gas stations had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jul 23, 2025

Mather Hospital and Suffolk County Want You to be Diabetes Free

Suffolk County and Mather Hospital want you to learn how to live healthy and prevent diabetes.

Jul 23, 2025

Mather Hospital Garners National Recognition for Heart Attack Care

“To receive gold awards after just four years is a testament to our dedication to quality,” said Mather Hospital President Kevin McGeachy.

Jul 23, 2025

West Islip’s Summer Investigations Program: a Success all Across the Board

Hosted by Paul J. Bellew Elementary School, West Islip’s “Summer Investigations” program runs Monday through Thursday, and is overseen by the aforementioned school’s principal, Rhonda Pratt.

Jul 22, 2025

Race the Narrows draws big crowd to the Mastic Beach seashore.

It was a race for the environment.

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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.