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RIP Joe Keyes: Patchogue St. Patrick's Day Grand Marshall Dies Days Before Parade
After suffering a heart attack early last week, the Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce Board Trustee suffered another on March 7. He died three days later at the age of 73.
Brookhaven Town Clerk speaks at Selden Senior Club meeting
Farmingville, NY – On March 5, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle attended the Selden Senior Club's monthly meeting at the Selden Fire Department Headquarters as a guest speaker.
William Floyd High School Chemistry Teacher Martin Palermo Selected for Prestigious Educator Program
WFHS Chemistry teacher, Dr. Martin Palermo, was selected for the New York State Education Department’s VITAL (Virtual Implementation of Teaching and Learning) Educator Program.
Refurbished Mastic-Shirley Station Now in Service
Everyone’s on board for the newly refurbished Mastic-Shirley Train Station.
Wendy Gross Recognized as Woman of Distinction
See who’s the latest Woman of Distinction.
Councilwoman Mari on Huntington's first All Abilities Expo: 'We want to bridge the gap'
The Town of Huntington is preparing for its first-annual All Abilities Expo, a community event designed to connect families with disabilities to vital resources.
Mastic-Shirley LIRR plaza shelter receives long-awaited renovations
On March 12, a dedication ceremony was held for the newly remodeled Mastic-Shirley Long Island Railroad Plaza Shelter.
Finally, an Arthouse Baseball Movie: Three Cheers, and Plenty More Beers for "Eephus"
Greg Tango (director of photography) and Long Island local Brendan "Crash" Burt (actor) will participate in a Q and A on Saturday, March 15, following the 7 p.m. Huntington Cinema Arts Centre premiere of their men's league melee, "Eephus."
William Floyd High School Student Shines the Light on Rare Diseases
William Floyd High School student Caitlyn Michiels, Founder of Caitlyn’s Vision took the youth lead on Suffolk County Rare Diseases Day.
Suffolk County Offers Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for Dogs, Cats and Ferrets
The Suffolk County Department of Health Services in conjunction with the Town of Brookhaven and Eastern Long Island Academy of Applied Technology will offer free rabies vaccinations by appointment for dogs, cats and ferrets on Friday, March 21, 2025.
Local Leaders Lobby at ‘Deadly Driving Bill’ Rally in Albany
This marks the third rally held for the proposal, which was rejected on the floor in 2024 despite 50 co-sponsors and 3,700 signatures.
William Floyd students recognized at NYSBDA All-State Honor Band Festival
Thirteen students from William Floyd High School, William Floyd Middle School, and William Paca Middle School were recognized as members of the New York State Band Directors Association (NYSBDA) All-State Honor Band Festival.
International Affairs with Long Island Native Ron Nehring
He’s come back from Germany and held an international seminar on what he learned.
ESM Sends Students to Parrish Museum Art Show, Names Top of ’25 Class
The exhibit will run from March 15 through April 27.
Hometown Recognition for Main Street Mainstay
The story of Center Moriches cannot be written without mentioning this Women’s History Month honoree.
'tis the Season: Kathy Albrecht Named Suffolk County's 'Woman of Distinction'
Assemblyman Michael Fitzpatrick's Chief of Staff was honored as the countywide honoree in a special presentation on March 4.
Hundreds Rally for the Disabled
Wages for Direct Support Professionals same as McDonald’s, officials say not enough.
First Flushes Coming Through the New Forge River Sewer System
Toilet flushes mark milestone in Suffolk’s environmental history.
Cause of the Sunrise Conflagration: S’mores
Suffolk Officials and law enforcement confirmed that a series of fires that burned 420 acres of pine barrens over the weekend were accidentally started by a family trying to light a backyard fire to make S’mores.
Wildfire containment efforts underway as investigation continues into Pine Barrens blaze
Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico and Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine were present during the efforts to combat the Westhampton Wildfires over the weekend.
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
Judge Allows Cutting-Edge DNA Evidence in Gilgo Murder Case
DNA evidence is approved in Gilgo murder case.
Hardekopf on Walk to End Alzheimer's in Fire Island: 'I view our walks as one big support group'
Relatively new to Fire Island, the Walk to End Alzheimer’s will spread its message of hope on Sunday, Sept. 7.