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Jun 23, 2025

William Floyd High School Class of 2025 Valedictorian & Salutatorian

The William Floyd School District is pleased to recognize the valedictorian and salutatorian for the William Floyd High School Class of 2025 – Alice Chen and Rachel Chen, respectively.

Jun 23, 2025

Supervisor Panico Announces Results of Brookhaven Town’s 2025 Prom Gown Program

Supervisor Daniel J. Panico has announced the results of the Town of Brookhaven’s 2025 INTERFACE Prom Gown Program, coordinated by the Department of General Services Youth Bureau.

Jun 22, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest premium gas across Suffolk County in week ending June 14

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 June 14.

Jun 20, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest diesel during week ending June 14

3 gas stations had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jun 20, 2025

St. John the Baptist’s Blessing Box in Center Moriches Celebrates Four Years of Giving

The Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist on Railroad Ave. in Center Moriches is celebrating four years of having a Blessing Box serving the community.

Jun 20, 2025

Cheapest E85 gas found in Suffolk County during week ending June 14

1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jun 20, 2025

Say hello to the new “Welcome to Center Moriches” sign

A beautifully crafted “Welcome to Center Moriches” sign now adorns Main Street, proudly positioned in front of the historic Havens House at the East Moriches border.

Jun 20, 2025

Jimmy and Jackie Osborne Keep the Music Playing in Center Moriches

Beloved local duo celebrates 28 years of sharing music, memories, and Main Street magic.

Jun 20, 2025

When the Bodies Hit the Floor: What Happened to NYC's Most Whacked Out Exhibit?

"Bodies: The Exhibition" concluded its Manhattan foothold in 2016 after years of "murky corpse origin" confirmations and general cadaver usage-based, human rights violation controversies.

Jun 20, 2025

Brookhaven's prom gown program aids over 160 students

Supervisor Daniel J. Panico has announced the results of the Town of Brookhaven’s 2025 INTERFACE Prom Gown Program, organized by the Department of General Services Youth Bureau.

Jun 20, 2025

Brookhaven launches mindfulness workshop to combat youth substance abuse

Supervisor Daniel J. Panico has announced a new initiative aimed at preventing substance abuse among the youth in Brookhaven.

Jun 19, 2025

Suffolk County is Ahead of the Game on 911 Emergency System Upgrades

At present, fewer than half of New York's 62 counties offer basic text-to-911 service, but Suffolk County is not one of them.

Jun 19, 2025

“Stay” by Rihanna On Repeat! Hooters of Farmingdale to Remain in Business 

Long Island’s last Hooters in operation will maintain its post despite mass foreclosures nationwide. Here's a toast to those we've lost along the way.

Jun 19, 2025

New Dance Studio Brings Energy and Passion to Main Street Center Moriches

Get ready Center Moriches for a new rhythm on Main Street.

Jun 19, 2025

Smithtown Fire Department offers public CPR class on June 29

On June 29, 2025, the Smithtown Fire Department will conduct a CPR class for the public.

Jun 19, 2025

Suffolk County Resident Scammed Out of $40,000

The Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) is once again reminding residents not to fall victim to scams and especially scams involving law enforcement impersonation.

Jun 19, 2025

Patchogue-Medford Students Inspire $60K Grant for High School Library Renovations

Civic class engagement leads to $60,000 library grant.

Jun 19, 2025

Islip Chamber president on street fair: 'It’s bringing people into our town'

The Islip Chamber of Commerce Street Fair returns to Main Street on Sunday, June 22, celebrating its 25th anniversary with live music, more than 150 vendors, food trucks and family-friendly attractions aimed at drawing visitors to support local businesses.

Jun 19, 2025

Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending June 14

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 14.

Jun 18, 2025

Cheapest regular gas found in Suffolk County during week ending June 14

1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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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.


Former employee sues Airvet over alleged discrimination and retaliation

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Airvet, Inc., alleging gender and religious discrimination and retaliation that led to her termination.


New York residents sue city over alleged wrongful arrest

A group of New York residents has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York, alleging that they were wrongfully arrested and subjected to an unlawful search in violation of their constitutional rights.