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Jul 21, 2024

Joseph Mazzarella, 90, A True Pioneer

Family and friends are mourning the loss of Joseph Mazzarella, who came to the U.S. from Italy in 1960, raised a family, and became a pillar of his community.

Jul 20, 2024

Shirley Man Plants Trump Sign Garden

Some people keep their politics to themselves, but not Bob Belonzi of Shirley: he puts it all out there for the world to see. Drivers passing by his house on William Floyd Parkway can't t miss his signs supporting Donald Trump and making his thoughts known on his opponent, Joe Biden.

Jul 17, 2024

Suffolk Sewer Plan Now Up to the Voters

Suffolk officials have done their part, and now it's up to the voters to approve a sales tax increase to fund a long-range plan to protect the county's water through massive investments in sewers and private cesspool upgrades.

Jul 16, 2024

From the Streets of Suffolk County: Trump Assassination Reaction

infamy alongside the assassination

Jul 14, 2024

Emergency response drill simulates train-vehicle collision with injuries

A drill simulating a collision between a train and a vehicle, involving injured patients, is scheduled to take place.

Jul 14, 2024

Stop & Shop Bails Out of Coram, Announces Closure of 32 Stores

Shoppers in Coram will have one less option as Stop & Shop has announced the closure of its store on Middle Country Road as part of a downsizing affecting three other Long Island locations and many more in the Northeast.

Jul 13, 2024

Charity Regatta Ready to Set Sail

Last year's Regatta raised more than $100,000, which was divided between Mather Hospital and the Lustgarten Foundation. The event has raised almost $960,000 over 14 years and is poised to reach $1 million in donations this year.

Jul 13, 2024

Events Calendar: Westhampton Free Library

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Jul 13, 2024

Panico Picks Up a Paddle to Promote Pickleball

The Town of Brookhaven is now home to eleven courts where plenty of people can play America's fastest growing sport: pickleball.

Jul 13, 2024

Davis Town Meeting House Now Open for Tours

Town of Brookhaven Clerk Kevin LaValle stopped by the Lester Davis Town Meeting House to meet with the leaders of the cultural gem.

Jul 13, 2024

Senator in Suffolk Seeking Support for Brain Injury Bill

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand was in Suffolk Friday, meeting with veterans and local officials to rally support for her bill to address traumatic brain injuries caused by soldiers firing their own weapons, the "Signature Wound of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Jul 11, 2024

Brazen Bandits Busted for Smashing and Grabbing ATMs

Two men were busted for going on an ATM theft spree in March, accused of breaking into multiple businesses in Brookhaven and Islip to steal the cash dispensers.

Jul 11, 2024

He Tried to Kill a Cop. Now A Coram Man Will Spend 25 Years in Prison

He Tried to Kill a Cop. Now He'll Spend 25 Years in Prison

Jul 11, 2024

Church to Host Blood Drive

If you're interested in donating blood, you must make an appointment first.

Jul 9, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department equips vehicles with sensory kits for autistic patients

The Smithtown Fire Department has implemented a new initiative by equipping their ambulances and first responder vehicles with sensory kits.

Jul 7, 2024

Senator Murray Hosts Pizza and Politics Fundraiser

“Pizza and Politics” were on the menu at a recent fundraiser hosted by Senator Dean Murray at Alfredo’s in Ridge. The former Assemblyman is seeking his second two-year term in the legislature’s upper house. 

Jul 6, 2024

William Floyd Graduates to Serve Our Great Nation

William Floyd Graduates to Serve Our Great Nation

Jul 5, 2024

Patriotic Day in Patchogue

It was a patriotic day in Patchogue as the village created July 4 with a parade down Main Street.

Jul 5, 2024

July 4th Crowd Drawn to Bellport

The 66th Annual Artists on the Lane exhibit took place on July 4 in Bellport.

Jul 4, 2024

Off-Duty Cop Saves East Patchogue Fisherman in Ocean Rescue

With both of Orsinger's legs bleeding badly, a marine distress call was sent seeking emergency assistance. Thankfully off-duty Suffolk County Police Second Precinct Officer William Parmenter was fishing nearby and heard the mayday.

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Education

Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk

Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.


Shinnecock Nation sues Southampton over tribal land regulation

The Shinnecock Indian Nation has filed a lawsuit against the Town of Southampton and several of its officials, alleging unlawful and unconstitutional actions that threaten the Nation’s sovereignty.


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Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing

Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.