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Jan 5, 2026

GOP-Led Suffolk Legislature Names New Leadership Team

New leadership team takes helm in Suffolk Legislature.

Jan 5, 2026

Blakeman Wins Conservative Party Endorsement for Governor

Blakeman snares major endorsement.

Jan 5, 2026

Ballet Long Island director on upcoming performance: 'It's kind of a fun ballet'

Ballet Long Island in Ronkonkoma is offering two family-focused events in January that combine live performances with opportunities to support young dancers.

Jan 5, 2026

The Ultimate Owl Experience

Stunning snowy owl photos from wildlife photographer Robin Penny-Leuthardt.

Jan 5, 2026

Stream Music You Love with Freegal Music from the Library

Free music is in the air.

Jan 5, 2026

WellLife’s Kelly Savage Recognized for 18 Years of Service

Longtime WellLife manager surprised with Senate award.

Jan 5, 2026

Mastic Beach Man Recognized for Decades of Service to Scouts

William Floyd grad Steve Barile honored for scouting support.

Jan 5, 2026

Center Moriches Students Shine in Winter Concert Series

Music was in the air this holiday season in Center Moriches.

Jan 4, 2026

Bellport Students Ready to Act in CPR Emergencies

When seconds count, Bellport students will be ready.

Jan 4, 2026

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Suffolk County in week ending Dec. 27, 2025?

The lowest price for a gallon of midgrade gas in Suffolk County during the week ending Dec. 27, 2025 was $2.99, according to customer reports to GasBuddy.

Jan 2, 2026

Ban Battery Bombs

Lithium battery storage facilities are community hazards.

Jan 2, 2026

A Dangerous First Day for Jewish New Yorkers

Holocaust center leader calls out Mamdani for making New York dangerous for Jews on his first day.

Jan 2, 2026

Suffolk County’s lowest E85 gas price recorded at $1.79 for week ending Dec. 27, 2025

The week's cheapest E85 gas price in Suffolk County stood at $1.79 per gallon in the week ending Dec. 27, 2025.

Jan 1, 2026

Drivers in Suffolk County see lowest diesel gas at $3.09 in week ending Dec. 27, 2025

The cheapest per-gallon price for diesel gas in Suffolk County during the week ending Dec. 27, 2025 was $3.09 per gallon.

Jan 1, 2026

What People Eat

An undercover look at folk recipes.

Jan 1, 2026

Family Service League Marks 100 Years on Long Island

One hundred years and counting for the Family Services League.

Jan 1, 2026

Unkechaug Nation Returns Sacred Ceremonies to Manor of St. George

A powerful Unkechaug whale ceremony at the Manor of St. George linked living tradition, land, and sea.

Jan 1, 2026

Free Help to Quit Tobacco

Make 2026 a great year for your health by quitting tobacco.

Jan 1, 2026

South Shore Press Story Leads to $5,000 Donation

Theft story leads to Peace Prize donation.

Jan 1, 2026

Social Security Payments on the Rise for 2026

COLA bump for Social Security recipients.

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Sports

A New Ice Rink Coming to Brookhaven

This week, Dan Panico announced that during the planning board portion of the Town Board meeting in March, there will be a site plan hearing for a proposed new hockey rink at the former Brookhaven campus of Dowling College.