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Jun 13, 2025

Suffolk Cracks Down on Illegal Limos, Party Buses Ahead of Summer Season

Ride at your own risk: Suffolk officials warn against using unlicensed operators.

Jun 13, 2025

Local robotics teams compete in Mather Hospital’s Great Robotic Challenge

Local robotics teams compete in Mather Hospital’s Great Robotic Challenge as Mather exceeds 10,000 cases

Jun 12, 2025

East Moriches Street Renamed in Honor of Local Army Hero Jack Dyer

East Moriches Veteran Jack Dyer will be forever remembered thanks to Street named in his honor.

Jun 12, 2025

Spota Spotted: Disgraced Former DA Out of Prison, Working at Hauppauge Law Firm

Out on work release, Spota is under the supervision of the same Hauppauge criminal defense attorney who defended him against corruption charges years ago.

Jun 12, 2025

Inside the Heuermann Home: Peacock Doc Spotlights Family of (Alleged) Gilgo Killer

50 Cent's "The Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets" covers the police corruption that stalled the investigation, and the toll constant search warrants and media scrutiny has taken on the family Rex Heuermann left behind.

Jun 12, 2025

Suffolk County Legislator Rob Trotta Congratulates Troop 7’s New Eagle Scout Nicholas Colao of St. James

Suffolk County Legislator Rob Trotta Congratulates Troop 7’s New Eagle Scout Nicholas Colao of St. James

Jun 12, 2025

Brookhaven Town announces Christmas toy drive to aid families

The Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau is organizing its annual "Christmas in July" Toy Drive, scheduled from July 1 to July 25.

Jun 11, 2025

Velasquez on Yoga in the Vines at Wölffer Estate Vineyard: 'A unique opportunity to practice wellness and fitness'

Wölffer Estate Vineyard in Sagaponack has brought back its weekend Yoga in the Vines program, offering outdoor fitness classes through the end of August amid the vineyard’s scenic landscape.

Jun 11, 2025

Manhunt Over: Body Found in East Shoreham Pool Last Month ID’d as Wanted Father-Slayer

Matthew Zoll — missing since Nov. 9th — was reportedly discovered on May 25th beneath a partially ajar Loop-Loc pool cover in the backyard of a home located on Pal Court.

Jun 11, 2025

WFHS awards $158,000 in scholarships to class of 2025 seniors

William Floyd High School recently held its annual Senior Scholarship Night on June 5.

Jun 11, 2025

Councilwoman Bonner honors local heroes at Coram Fire Department dinner

Brookhaven Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Coram Fire Department's annual Installation Dinner to acknowledge the service and dedication of its members.

Jun 11, 2025

Hundreds Turn Out for Councilwoman Bonner’s Largest-Ever Recycling Event

Town of Brookhaven Councilwoman Jane Bonner hosted a Special Recycling Event at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mount Sinai, drawing a record-breaking turnout of residents committed to environmentally responsible disposal practices.

Jun 11, 2025

Supervisor Panico and Councilmember Kornreich Join Ward Melville Students for “Sticker Shock”

Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Daniel J. Panico and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich joined Ward Melville High School students at several locations across the community for the Town of Brookhaven’s annual “Sticker Shock” Campaign, an outreach effort organized by the Drug Prevention Coalition.

Jun 11, 2025

William Floyd School District celebrates two assistant principals honored by CAS

Dr. TJ Heintz and Mrs. Jackie Cabrera, assistant principals in the William Floyd School District, have been named as Administrators of the Year for 2024-25 by the Council of Administrators and Supervisors (CAS).

Jun 11, 2025

Sayville Science Students Present Research at Brookhaven National Laboratory

Sayville Science Students Present Research at Brookhaven National Laboratory

Jun 11, 2025

Eastport-South Manor Recognizes Junior Scholarship Award Winners

Eastport-South Manor Recognizes Junior Scholarship Award Winners

Jun 10, 2025

Royal Rangers Recognized

The Boy Scouts of America-adjacent “Royal Rangers” is a boys mentoring program organized through the Assemblies of God Churches and all related affiliates.

Jun 10, 2025

Moriches Mother Murdered

James Quininchetta, 40, of Ridge, was arrested for killing Rebecca Roth, 33—reportedly over a $1,500 debt.

Jun 10, 2025

School’s Out: Former Sachem Elementary PTA President Arrested for Grand Larceny

Pamela McManus, 42, of Holbrook allegedly stole over #27,000 from Nokomis Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA), for which she served as President from July 1st, 2021 to June 30th, 2024.

Jun 10, 2025

Latino Leadership Summit Brings Community to Albany

Latino leaders from across New York gathered in Albany this week for a powerful day of civic engagement.

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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.


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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.