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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.
Pine Barrens Ablaze: Town Officials React to Saturday's Wildfires
"This is a coordinated effort to make sure this does not turn into 1995," Supervisor Pancio said in reference to the Sunrise wildfires that torched 4,500 acres of wooded land and about a dozen homes nearly thirty years ago.
Massive Wildfire Breaks Out in the Westhampton Pine Barrens
A devastating wildfire broke out in the Pine Barrens Saturday afternoon resulting in a declaration of a state of emergency. Over 400 acres were burned.
Suffolk Says Thanks for Heroic Sunrise Fire Effort
Gratitude on tap for those who fought the fire.
Rapid Response Contains Pine Barrens Blaze, 1995 Conflagration Avoided
Residents breathe a sigh of relief as s repeat of the devastating 1995 fire is averted.
Residents Speak Out at Hauppauge Rally
Residents speak out at Hauppauge rally. Here’s what they had to say.
Suffolk Legislature Seeks Applicants for Page Program
Hands-on opportunity to get involved with county government.
$78.5 Million for William Floyd School Improvements, $0 Impact on Taxpayers
Unique opportunity for residents to vote on $78.5 million in school improvements at no additional cost to taxpayers.
Preservation Boost for Historic Moriches Home
Historic Hawkins House receives preservation boost.
Kudos Our Hero: Red Cross Volunteer Saves Life in Deer Park, Honored by Local Leaders
Suffolk County legislators came together on March 6th to celebrate a Deer Park resident who put her CPR certification to noble use.
Brookhaven announces results of successful 2025 winter coat drive
The Town of Brookhaven has announced the results of its 2025 Winter Coat Drive, organized by the Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau's INTERFACE Program.
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Sheriff Toulon Honors Student Ambassador Program Grads at Central Islip HS
The program's mission is to stress public safety, promote trust for local law enforcement, and to warn adolescents against falling susceptible to bad influences.
Local Irish Americans Honored by Suffolk County Legislature
Deputy Presiding Officer Steven J. Flotteron organized the midday event, which took place at the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge on Wednesday, March 26.
A Lesson in Kindness Within the Eastport-South Manor Central School District
South Street School students in the Eastport-South Manor Central School District demonstrated their philanthropic skills through two collections this past month.