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Main Street Taken Over by Goblins
Witches, vampires, pirates, and ghouls in all manners of crazy costumes took over Main Street in Center Moriches for the annual "March of the Goblins" sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches.
Suffolk County PBA and Legislator Lennon Host Veterans Clothing Drive until November 22
Suffolk County PBA and Legislator Lennon Host Veterans Clothing Drive until November 22
Another Wreck at Infamous Turn
The sharp curve on Montauk Highway between East and Center Moriches was the scene of an early morning accident Wednesday involving two Kias. The infamous County Road 80 turn has seen many accidents over the years, many fatal.
Happy Tastes Good in Mastic-Shirley: Local Leaders Partake in New DQ Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
The ribbon-cutting ceremony took a deftly assisting Supervisor Panico tapping in on giant scissor duty for Ben to "give it a bit of that 'Brookhaven Snap,'" a quip which spawned raucous chuckles. Afterward, the Bathija's invited the leaders on a tour of the kitchen, where obligatory drive-thru-side photo ops ensued.
Brooklyn man indicted after stunt driving injures bystander
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the indictment of Matthew Mitchell, a 20-year-old Brooklyn resident, for charges including Assault in the Second Degree.
Big Brookhaven Paving Project Completed
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich have announced the completion of a significant road paving project in East Setauket, New York. The project involved resurfacing 16 roads located north of Route 347, off Pond Path.
East Setauket completes $762K road paving project led by Brookhaven officials
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich have announced the completion of a significant road paving project in East Setauket, New York.
Shellfish restoration project concludes final oyster release for 2024
Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Coastal Steward Long Island volunteer Brian McCaffery participated in the Shellfish Restoration Project event at Mt.
JVC Broadcasting's annual food drive set for November in Farmingville
Farmingville, NY – As Thanksgiving approaches, JVC Broadcasting is organizing its annual food drive to aid the Brookhaven INTERFACE Program.
Huge Republican Rally in Shirley
The Republicans turned out the party faithful and all of their candidates on the 2024 ballot at a rally that filled an airplane hanger at Calabro Airport in Shirley. Their message to the public in what they're calling the most consequential election in modern times is Vote, Vote, Vote.
Mt. Sinai and Port Jefferson Harbors Home to 50,000 Oysters
.The 20 mm oysters were donated to the Coastal Steward, a not-for-profit group that volunteers for the Town of Brookhaven. The Coastal Steward then grows the oysters as part of their Mariculture Restoration Program until they plant them in October on a Town Management Area in Port Jefferson Harbor.
Supervisor Panico's team triumphs in local youth basketball tournament
On October 24, a "3-on-3 Basketball Tournament" took place at William Floyd High School Gymnasium in Mastic Beach.
Stony Brook partners with SUNY Suffolk for student transfer program
Stony Brook University has secured a $500,000 grant from the American Talent Initiative's College Excellence Program and Bloomberg Philanthropies.
Rocky Point McDonald's reopens after complete renovation
On October 26, the Rocky Point McDonald's located at 463 Route 25A reopened after undergoing a complete renovation.
Councilwoman Bonner attends annual Rocky Point Historical Tea event
On October 27, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Rocky Point Historical Society's 26th Annual Tea held at the North Shore Beach Clubhouse in Rocky Point.
Election 2024: Who's on First
Early voting all this week will culminate on Election Day, November 5, when the public will decide on a new president and who represents them in Washington and Albany. On the ballot will be former President Donald Trump vs. Vice President Kamala Harris, along with candidates for Congress, the state Senate and Assembly, and various judicial offices.
Nearly 200 Restaurants Aid Families of West Babylon Car Crash Victims Through 'Long Island Pizza Strong'
According to "Long Island Pizza Strong," $5 for every pizza sold by restaurants participating that day would go directly to the families of the victims—which included Bella Trezza, 17, and Riley Goot, 18.
William Floyd Schools Responds Decisively To Student with a Handgun in the High School
After a recent incident involving a handgun in the Wm. Floyd High School, the District moved quickly to implement safety and detection measures to protect students and staff.
Family of LI Businesswoman Who Tragically Died in 2022 House Fire to Grand Open a Dairy Queen in Mastic-Shirley
It may be Halloween-time, but kids who have developed a penchant for the alternative to the McDonald's, Wendy's and Burger King triumvirate need not fret nor be frightened over the new day that has dawned. The in-town survey says: c'est la vie to the days where the whole family must cram into the not-so-minivan to seek out their beloved queen in Medford, East Northport, St. James, even so far as Massapequa, and so forth.
Early Voting Underway in Suffolk
Offered annually for those who cannot make it to the polls on the first Tuesday of November and wish not to mail in their selections, eligible voters have plenty of sites to pick from when completing their right of action constitutionally afforded their way when they turned 18.
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Sarro and McGarvey Named MVPs
Henry Sarro of Sachem North Flaming Arrows and Ryan McGarvey of Sachem East Flaming Arrows were named Most Valuable Players of the annual Ralph Pepe Classic on Saturday afternoon, recognizing standout performances in one of the district’s premier rivalry matchups.