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McMemory Lane Time: The Snack Wrap is So Back
Discontinued in 2016, McDonald’s teased the Snack Wrap’s official return over X this week: “0x.14.2015.”
Smithtown firefighters respond to residential blaze on Landing Avenue
At around 15:30, the Smithtown Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire on Landing Avenue.
Brookhaven Town's amnesty program saves residents over $3 million in fines
Farmingville, NY — The Brookhaven Town Amnesty program, launched at the beginning of 2025, has achieved significant participation and success, according to Supervisor Dan Panico and the Town Board.
Red-Handed and Reprimanded: Pine Barrens Dumpers Convicted of Evergreen Law Violation
Marvin Sandoval, 29, of Ronkonkoma, and Charles Weiss, 33, of Coram, are expected to pay $15,000 in combined fines.
Suffolk County Restaurant Week is Here
Long Island Restaurant Week is here! This year it coincides with New York State’s first ever statewide Restaurant Week.
2013 Chaminade Grad Running for Nassau Legislature Declared Missing
Krommidas was last seen in Baldwin and disappeared approximately 9 p.m. on Wednesday, April 23rd, according to Nassau County Police.
MastiCon You Dig It? Cosplay, Comics and Community Returning to Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library
The library’s Fifth Annual “MastiCon” will take place on Saturday, May 3rd from 12 to 4 p.m.
Spotty is the King of the Road on Cross-Country Trek
Join Spotty, the French bulldog, on his trek across America.
Local officials attend Generation Citizen program at Bellport Middle School
On April 28, 2025, Supervisor Dan Panico and Town Clerk Kevin J. LaValle attended Bellport Middle School’s Generation Citizen event in Farmingville, NY.
Brookhaven Town to host 5th Annual Health and Wellness Fair on May 17
Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico has announced the 5th Annual Health and Wellness Fair, happening on May 17, sponsored by JVC Broadcasting, Stop & Shop, and ShopRite.
Brookhaven hosts 10th annual Arbor Day tree seedling giveaway
On April 25, 2025, the Town of Brookhaven conducted its 10th Annual Arbor Day Seedling Giveaway in Farmingville, New York.
Supervisor Panico honors local fire departments at annual installation dinners
On April 26, Supervisor Dan Panico attended events to honor the Manorville and Medford Fire Departments.
AI Data Center Urged for Brookhaven Lab
Suffolk Comptroller Kennedy thinks this site would be the perfect location for a major AI data center.
Scouts Restore Historic Tallmadge Trail at St. George Manor
Scouts walk in the footsteps of American heroes in Tallmadge Trail cleanup.
Panico attends "Take Back 25" Clean Up event with volunteers
On April 27, 2025, Supervisor Dan Panico and numerous volunteers commenced the fourth annual "Take Back 25" Clean Up in Coram, an initiative aimed at beautifying New York State Route 25 through several communities, including Coram, Middle Island,...
Repavement Project Underway at Blydenburgh County Park
“This project has really been 30 years overdue,” said Legislator Leslie Kennedy.
Community Library Budget Approved; Kimmerling and Maiorana Returned as Trustees
Voters in the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library District overwhelmingly approved the library’s 2025-2026 operating budget on Tuesday, April 22, by a vote of 400 to 249 — a decisive 62 percent margin of support.
Suffolk Sheriff’s Office Arrests Fugitive Wanted For Child Exploitation Charges In Kansas
Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office Warrant Bureau Deputy Sheriff Investigators, in conjunction with US Marshal Regional Task Force arrested 32-year-old Peter Czech, a fugitive from justice from the State of Kansas.
Stump Pond Update: Romaine, Leg. Kennedy Keen on Blydenburgh Dam Revival
"I am sure that we will one day welcome Stump Pond back to our community," said Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine.
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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.
From the Newsroom: Service vs. Expectation
We often encounter Holy Spirit moments when we least expect them—moments that shape our faith and remind us that our prayers are always answered, just in God’s time and in ways we can’t foresee.
Eisenhower, JFK, Castro and the Bay of Pigs Invasion
"Victory has a hundred fathers and defeat is an orphan.” President John F. Kennedy, 1961