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Mar 20, 2026

Will I Lose My Home If My Spouse Needs Nursing Home Care?

You don’t have to lose everything you’ve worked for.

Mar 20, 2026

SCWA Crews Tackle Record Winter Water Main Breaks

The Suffolk County Water Authority experienced a historic surge in water main breaks during the recent winter season, as extreme cold placed unprecedented strain on the region’s aging infrastructure.

Mar 19, 2026

Ritual Animal Killing Suspected In Bellport Woods

Ritualistic animal sacrifices still occur in Suffolk.

Mar 19, 2026

State Stocking Brings Trout To Local Waters

There will be plenty of fish in local waters thanks to the state’s stocking efforts.

Mar 19, 2026

Montaukett Recognition Fight Returns To Albany

Will Gov. Hochul reject the Montauketts again.

Mar 17, 2026

Suffolk Courts Launch Women’s History Month Panel

The Suffolk County Courts launched their 2026 Women’s History Month celebration with a Women in the Law panel at the John P. Cohalan Jr. Court Complex, drawing more than 100 female high school students from districts across Suffolk County.

Mar 17, 2026

Family Service League Names New CEO Kerri Smith

Family Service League (FSL), a longtime Long Island nonprofit providing essential human services, has announced the appointment of Kerri Smith as its new President and Chief Executive Officer.

Mar 16, 2026

Library Event Examines Women Under British Rule

A conference at the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library later this week will examine how women on Long Island lived, worked and endured during the American Revolution, when the island spent more than seven years under British occupation.

Mar 16, 2026

Seed and Spice Library—Free Seeds, Sample Spices

Free seeds are yours at the library.

Mar 15, 2026

Veteran Finds Peace Through Long Island Sailing

Fog of War welcome Army Medic Trisha Northover.

Mar 15, 2026

Center Moriches Parade Honors Longtime Community Volunteer

The 22nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Center Moriches honored long-time community activist Virginia “Ginny” Tyson.

Mar 15, 2026

Dr. Calabro Lodge Hosts Scholarship Gala

Community turns out for Calabro Lodge scholarship gala.

Mar 13, 2026

The Sheik of Smith Point

The dunes of Smith Point filled in as deserts in old films.

Mar 13, 2026

Stocks and Probate

Executors and fiduciaries can face challenges while trying to marshal estate assets.

Mar 12, 2026

The Grand Pistachio family show at Staller Center: 'It's a really fun day out at the theater'

Grand Pistachio is making a rare appearance in Suffolk County with its much-celebrated production of Layer the Walls at the Staller Center for the Arts on Sunday, March 22.

Mar 10, 2026

Asian Jade Society Honors Legislator Mazzarella

Suffolk County Legislator Jim Mazzarella was recognized at a recent ceremony hosted by the Suffolk County Police Asian Jade Society, where he received this year’s Public Safety Award.

Mar 10, 2026

LIMEHOF Film Festival Wins 2026 Best of Long Island Award

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) Music Documentary Film Festival has been named the 2026 “Best Film Festival on Long Island” in the Four Leaf Best of Long Island competition, a major recognition for the event following its inaugural year.

Mar 9, 2026

Can I File a Tax Return for Someone Else?

Power of Attorney gives you the power to file someone else’s taxes.

Mar 9, 2026

10th Annual Clover 5K Set For East Moriches

Get ready, set, go to the Seatuck Rotary 5K.

Mar 8, 2026

Assemblyman Honored as Fire Commissioner Of The Year

DeStefano honored twice as fire commissioner of the year.

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Sports

Colonials Win a Thriller

The William Floyd Colonials picked up a thrilling 11-10 victory over Sachem North Flaming Arrows this week in one of the most exciting games on the Suffolk County schedule this season.