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Brookhaven’s National Night Out sees record attendance at Centereach Pool Complex
On August 5, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle and Councilman Neil Manzella hosted the annual National Night Out at the Centereach Pool Complex.
Three Cheers for the Musketeers! “America 250” Celebrated in Bay Shore Reenactment Prelude
In conjunction with the County’s upcoming 250th Anniversary Commemorative Planning Committee, Romaine and company—which included reenactors tabbed to play former heads of state such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson—provocatively promised a celebration “like you’ve never seen” come Fourth of July 2026.
Purple Heart Day Honors Wounded Warriors—and Its Origins on Long Island
Who knew: the first Purple Heart decoration was made by Gen. Washington here in Suffolk.
Suffolk County Has Its First Ever Advanced EMTs
The Class of 2025 represents a new generation of trained professionals prepared to deliver advanced pre-hospital care across all of Suffolk County.
County Executive’s Youth Academy Graduates
Congratulations are in order to the graduates of the County Executive’s Youth Academy, who came together for their graduation ceremony last week.
Councilwoman Bonner joins Sound Beach community for lifesaving blood drive
Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined families, local officials, and volunteers at a community blood drive held at the Sound Beach Fire Department
Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Aug. 2
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 Aug. 2.
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.
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."
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.
Center Moriches Firefighter George Cerruto is Suffolk Volunteer of the Year
Firefighter George Cerruto honored.
A Place of Healing and Heart: Medford Multicare Center Offers Exceptional Care
South Shore staffer impressed after stay at the Medford Multicare Center.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Suffolk Legislature moves toward passage of a bill that will require landlords receiving county rental assistance monies to obtain town permits.
Suffolk Legislator says game over for slumlords.
Rocky Point’s Kayla MacKay Surprised with County Honors for Service and Leadership
Surprised at the legislature for her accomplishments.
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.
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Kassar Praises Trump’s State of the Union
President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address drew enthusiastic support from New York State Conservative Party Chairman Gerard “Gerry” Kassar, who said the speech offered a compelling choice for the nation’s future.