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A Healthy Island Expansion: NYU Langone Opens Care Center in Westhampton Beach
Located at 131 Sunset Avenue, the NYU Langone Medical Associates—Westhampton center staffs five health care providers.
Distinguished Jewish Americans Recognized by Suffolk County
County Executive Romaine and his colleagues in the Legislature honored various Suffolk County residents of Jewish heritage at the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge on May 7th.
No Objection: Leg. Bontempi Hosts Walt Whitman HS Mock Trial
"The students presented many of the points raised in our debates and even brought some new perspectives on the issues," said Bontempi. "It was a pleasure to watch them engage with such eagerness and insight."
Hometown Heroes Return to Main Street
Center Moriches proudly honors its Hometown Heroes.
Public Invited to See Reconstruction of Rare 18th Century Gunboat Discovered Beneath the World Trade Center
Beginning May 14th you are invited to witness the one-of-a-kind reconstruction of the rare ship will serve as the centerpiece of the museum’s America 250 anniversary exhibition.
Hochul Comes to Long Island Touting Budget Benefits for Nassau/Suffolk
Hochul said that the budget puts thousands of dollars back in the pockets of millions of families on Long Island over the coming year and beyond.
Murder in the Second Degree: Mastic Man Convicted of Killing Friend
According to the Suffolk County DA's Office, James Brown, 45, of Mastic, was found guilty of murdering his longtime friend Ulmar Eliquhir, also 45 and of Mastic, in Nov. 2023.
Wall of Shame: Sheriff Toulon Takes Suffolk's Top 10 Deadbeat Dads to Task
Ahead of Mother's Day , Sheriff Toulon delivered a timely press conference at the Yaphank Correctional Facility—where an aptly-named "wall of shame" now stands.
Supervisor Panico and Councilman Manzella Help Kick Off the 2025 Bald Hill Fair
The fair runs through May 18 and offers rides, games, shows, and activities for all ages.
Temperatures Are Rising, but Gas Prices Have Not
Temperatures Are Rising, but Gas Prices Have Not
Record $254 Billion State Budget Passed Amid Criticism Over Spending and Transparency
Local officials recoil from record $254 billion state budget.
Shoreham-Wading River hosts annual Lax Out Cancer game supporting local families
The Shoreham-Wading River High School community gathered on May 10 for the 16th Annual Lax Out Cancer fundraiser.
Bald Hill Fair opens with ribbon-cutting by local officials
On May 8, 2025, Supervisor Dan Panico and Councilman Neil Manzella inaugurated the Bald Hill Fair with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Catholic Health Amphitheater in Farmingville, New York.
Philip Arwood Byler, 74, Attorney Dedicated to Public Service
He was in the thick of the Bush “Hanging Chad” election.
Suffolk DA Blasts Governor Hochul and Albany Politicians for "Watering Down" Crime Reform Laws
Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney says Governor Kathy Hochul’s “watered-down” discovery law changes fall short of meaningful reform.
Diamond Jubilee Anniversary for the Mastic Beach Memorial Day Parade
Mastic Beach Parade has been on the March for 75 years.
This Past Weekend: The 94th Annual Hauppauge Fire Department Installation
Honorees included former Captains Greg Gottlieb, Robert L. Wind and Scott D. Munro.
Audit Details Where Suffolk’s Opioid Monies Went
Kennedy audit targets $50 million opioid fund.
Suffolk County Police Department Came to the Rescue of Ducklings in Distress
Suffolk County Police Department Came to the Rescue of Duckings in Distress
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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.