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Veterans Feted at Appreciation Breakfast
Suffolk residents who served in the military were honored at a special Veterans Appreciation Breakfast Saturday hosted by Assemblyman Joe DeStefano and attended by local officials and service organizations. The lawmaker, who hosts the event every year, was presented with a certificate of appreciation for his dedication to local veterans.
Smithtown Fire Department launches toy drive for local families
The Smithtown Fire Department has announced the commencement of its 2020 Toy Drive.
Christmas Parade set for December 18 with details forthcoming
The annual Christmas Parade is scheduled for December 18th this year, starting at 4 p.m. Details about the exact route will be shared on social media and other platforms once finalized.
Early Homes of the Tri-Hamlet
Residents of the Tri-Hamlet Area share their neighborhoods with the estates of the town’s earliest settlers dating back to the American Revolution, including those of heroes such as William Floyd, Nathanial Woodhull, and William Tangier Smith. 
Dems Capitalize on Negative News to Oust Flood
Losing a state Assembly seat in 2022 which they had controlled for 30 years, the Democrats were itching to take it back. They succeeded with Port Jefferson Deputy Mayor Rebecca Kassay edging Ed Flood by 211 votes to oust the incumbent in the only upset of the 2024 state legislative races in Suffolk.
Drought Drives Water Demand to Record Levels
Drought conditions caused by a lack of rain on Long Island going back to September have driven the demand for relief from the Suffolk County Water Authority record levels.
Coram woman charged with attempted murder after parking lot incident
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the indictment of Philomena Mistretta, a 51-year-old resident of Coram.
Public meeting set for Mastic Beach road revitalization project
Farmingville, NY – On November 14, a public informational meeting will be held regarding the Mastic Beach Neighborhood Road Revitalization Project.
Brookhaven Town and JVC Broadcasting host annual holiday toy drive
Brookhaven Town and JVC Broadcasting will hold a live on-air holiday toy drive on December 13.
Smithtown Fire Department hosts annual toy drive
The Smithtown Fire Department is currently hosting a toy drive.
Town to Raise Fines for Housing Code Violations
It was music to the ears of a community inundated with rental properties and absentee landlords: the Town of Brookhaven is raising fines for housing code violations.
Chamber of Commerce of the Mastics and Shirley are hosting a Job Fair and Business Expo.
Chamber of Commerce of the Mastics and Shirley are hosting a Job Fair and Business Expo.
Smithtown Fire Department sets date for annual Christmas parade
The Smithtown Fire Department has announced that its annual Christmas parade will take place on December 16, 2023.
Brookhaven town clerk partners with EJ's PJs for annual holiday pajama drive
Town Clerk Kevin LaValle and EJ's PJs founder Patricia Poggi will lead the Town of Brookhaven's annual pajama drive on December 12.
Abraham Crosby sentenced for violent assaults on girlfriend and roommate
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the sentencing of Abraham Crosby, 50, to 14 to 16 years in prison for assault, strangulation, and related charges.
Work Ethic Pays Off for Giglio as She's Returned to Albany for a Third Term
Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio's hard work on behalf of her constituents, starting with her service as a Riverhead Town Council member and continuing through a second term as a lawmaker, has paid off. She was reelected with nearly 65% of the vote.
Weik Wins, Dolan Doesn't: Repubs Ride Solid Wave as Per Usual in NYS Senate District 8
The 8th State Senate District encompasses a portion of Suffolk County's South Shore that constitutes territory from Weik's native Sayville to Massapequa.
A 4-6 Split: Monica Martinez, Syela Byone Keep Senate Seats Democratic in their Respective Districts
Monica Martinez, for the Democrats and the Working Families Party in the 4th District, which represents Brentwood and Central Islip, landed 51.96% of the vote.
Repub Senator Mattera Makes it Official, Defeats Dem Challenger Herskowitz by a Large Margin
Though it was not expected to be that close of a bout, Mattera — previously a plumber's union leader — fought as if his community depended upon it, because in his eyes, it most certainly did.
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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.
Yaphank firefighter reaches 10-gallon blood milestone
80 donations add up to 10 gallons for blood donor Chad Trusnovec.
Energy performance at Eastport South-Manor
To celebrate the completion of its $18.5 million Energy Performance Contract (EPC), the Eastport-South Manor (ESM) Central School District coordinated a special ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Jr.-Sr. High School.