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High School Art Show Highlights Student Talent
SCALA, the Suffolk County Art Leaders Association, will once again spotlight the work of some of the county’s most talented young artists when it hosts its annual High School All County and Scholarship Show next month in Babylon.
Hamlet Gets Dance-Theater Makeover at Stony Brook
Stony Brook University’s Staller Center will present a family-friendly dance-theater version of "The Tragedy of Hamlet" starting Friday, Feb. 13, at 8 p.m.
New Suffolk Law Cracks Down on E-Bike, Scooter Use
Suffolk looks to make the streets safer with new laws.
Suffolk to Launch Modernized Park Reservation System
Suffolk County is preparing to roll out a modernized park reservation and point-of-sale system designed to make it easier for residents to access camping, recreation permits and other park services, County Executive Ed Romaine announced.
Brookhaven Boaters Warned: Renew Slips Before February 1st
If you want to secure a boat slip in Brookhaven, you better move fast if you haven't already.
Brookhaven Opens Grove Apartments, Expands Affordable Housing
The Town of Brookhaven marked a major milestone in its affordable housing efforts with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Grove Apartments, a newly completed residential community offering high-quality workforce housing.
DeStefano and Murray Unite to Honor MLK in Longwood
Students, families, and community members came together for Longwood Central School District’s annual “Unity Walk,” part of the district’s Unity Day celebration honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Suffolk Police, Sheriff’s Office Honor MLK Day Together
Two of Suffolk County’s largest law enforcement agencies marked Martin Luther King Jr. Day by joining community members in Riverhead to reflect on Dr. King’s legacy of service, unity and compassion.
Job Seekers Take Note: The SCPD is Hiring
The Suffolk County Police Department is accepting applications for a provisional Data Base Manager position, a technical role focused on maintaining and improving the department’s computer databases.
America Must Stand By ICE Amid Tragedy And Truth
Immigration laws should be enforced, not ignored.
Mastic Catering Hall Project Kicks Off Sewer-Driven Revival
Forge River sewers bear economic fruit.
Suffolk Attorneys Honored for Advocacy for Children
Two Suffolk County attorneys were honored with the annual Honorable Theresa Whelan Attorney-for-Child Award at a ceremony held at the Suffolk County Bar Association in Hauppauge.
Sheriff Errol Toulon, Jr. Sworn In for Third Term as Top Cop
Suffolk County Sheriff Errol Toulon Jr. was sworn in for his third term during a formal inauguration ceremony at the Van Nostrand Theater at Suffolk County Community College, marking another milestone in a career that has spanned more than five decades in law enforcement.
Take the Plunge for Veteran Mental Health
Operation VEST will bring the Suffolk County community together tfor its 5th Annual 22° Run & Plunge, a family-friendly event dedicated to raising awareness for suicide prevention among veterans, active-duty military, and first responders.
Lowest price for diesel gas in Suffolk County at $3.09 in week ending Jan. 10
The cheapest per-gallon price for diesel gas in Suffolk County during the week ending Jan. 10 was $3.09 per gallon.
Construction Advances on Islaamic Center of Mastic-Shirley
A new mosque to spring up in Shirley.
Wilderness Area Named for Former Congressman Otis Pike
Fire Island High Dune Wilderness Area named for former Suffolk Congressman Otis G. Pike.
History vs. Hollywood: Major Historical Films
Major events in U.S. history as portrayed by Hollywood.
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MLB Star Visits Pat-Med
Eagle Elementary School in the Patchogue-Medford School District recently welcomed local children’s author Angela O’Hoppe for a special visit that combined storytelling, inspiration, and an unforgettable surprise. Joining her was her son, Logan O’Hoppe, catcher for the Los Angeles Angels, making the event especially memorable for students and staff.