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Oct 24, 2024

Ronkonkoma Chamber of Commerce Donates $10,000 to the American Cancer Society

This donation was the result of the community's efforts during the Ronkonkoma Chamber of Commerce Celebrity Softball Game held last summer. New York Cancer and Blood Center is located at Hawkins Avenue and Portion Road in Ronkonkoma.

Oct 24, 2024

Rugby Comes To Bayport-Blue Point

BBP High School has incorporated rugby into the team sports physical education curriculum for a two-week unit. So far, students' feedback has been very positive.

Oct 24, 2024

Great Hollow Middle School Takes The Field For A Great Cause

School in its Great Hollow vs. Cancer event.

Oct 24, 2024

Davis on Deepwells Farm Haunted Mansion: 'really super scary'

Promising to haunt guests long after they leave, the Deepwells Farm Haunted Mansion in St. James is not for the faint of heart with over 15 rooms dedicated to Halloween frights.

Oct 24, 2024

Castillo on Long Island Restaurant Week: 'We're getting back to our pre-COVID levels'

Long Island Restaurant Week is back for its fall season, giving diners a chance to break free from their culinary routine and travel the world one dish at a time, from Cuba to France.

Oct 24, 2024

The Controlled Burning of a Couch: Brookhaven FD Visits Kreamer St. Elementary

October 24th, 2024 marked a day of high anticipation; one wherein Fire Prevention Officer Shawn Krulder would deliver a final lecture accompanied by some lesson-fueled visual flair.

Oct 24, 2024

Marine Honored by Suffolk County Sheriff

Mr. Kilano was recognized for his work supporting veterans, including his participation in the 22 PAC PTSD Awareness Challenge. The award will be presented monthly to honor Suffolk County residents making a positive impact.

Oct 24, 2024

Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School inducts 81

Officers Camdyn Glover and Camryn Warsaw Co-Presidents), Gianna Fazzolari (Vice President), John Costanza (Secretary) and Charlotte Rozycki (Treasurer) then lit a corresponding candle as they each described the tenets of the society: leadership, character, service and scholarship.

Oct 24, 2024

Centereach Man Killed by Passing Car While Fixing His Vehicle

pedestrian in Blue Point today.

Oct 24, 2024

Healthgrades Has High Marks for Northwell's Mather Hospital

Northwell's Mather Hospital announced today that it has achieved numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital. Mather Hospital's distinctions include:

Oct 24, 2024

Suffolk County is Graying and Going Back to Work

Older people are going back to work after retirement more than ever – or just not retiring when they planned.

Oct 24, 2024

Cheapest E85 gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Oct. 19

1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Oct. 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Oct 24, 2024

NYLIFF For This! Indie Filmmakers Become Award Winners

Top prizes were awarded to such films as "Art Thief" (Best Supporting Actor), "Lady of the Lake" (Best Cinematography), "Horse Town," (Best Horror Feature), "The Greatest," (Best Dramatic Feature), and "Rest in Memories" (Spirit of NYLIFF).

Oct 24, 2024

New solar-powered craft gathers data in Shinnecock Bay without ecological harm

Stony Brook University, in partnership with the University of Waterloo, the Shinnecock Indian Nation, Open Ocean Robotics, and McLane Research Laboratories, has introduced a new solar-powered, remote-controlled craft.

Oct 24, 2024

Long Island faces record dead zones; climate change exacerbates harmful algae blooms

Scientists at Stony Brook University have released a new report detailing significant water quality issues in Long Island's surface waters for 2024.

Oct 24, 2024

Suffolk County Community College hosts student art exhibit at Eastern Campus

A student art exhibit featuring the work of Suffolk County Community College students will open on November 6 at the Eastern Campus in Riverhead. The exhibit, showcasing creations from applied arts programs, will run until December 9. An opening reception is scheduled for Thursday, November 8, from 4 to 6 p.m.

Oct 24, 2024

Councilwoman Bonner attends homemaker showcase at Coram Fire Department

Councilwoman Jane Bonner participated in a showcase event held by the Miller Place Homemakers and the North Shore Homemakers at the Coram Fire Department headquarters on October 19.

Oct 23, 2024

Plaintiff accuses prominent legal aid provider of racial discrimination

Roxanne Ronan has filed a lawsuit against The Legal Aid Society alleging racial discrimination and retaliation during her employment. Filed on October 14th in New York's Eastern District Court, this case highlights systemic issues within the organization regarding its treatment of Black employees.

Oct 23, 2024

Former employee alleges nonprofit executives created hostile work environment

A former employee of a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting the homeless has filed a lawsuit accusing the organization of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. On October 17, 2024, Samantha Grimaldi lodged her complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York against the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless and two of its executives, Greta Guarton and Michael Giuffrida.

Oct 23, 2024

Konopka Repeats As Champion

"This was the first time we've ever had the finals here. I live two minutes away so I was able to take a nap and then come here and play," said Konopka. "I do enjoy playing matches on the road though, it actually helps me stay focused."

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Brookhaven Clerk LaValle Attends the Centereach/ Selden Civic Association Monthly Meeting

Mr. Lavalle also spoke about service improvements made by the town clerk’s office and engaged with civic members.


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Pickles & Paws 2025: New York’s Largest Animal Adoption Festival Launches This Spring in Yaphank

Connect with s furry friend at New York’s largest adoption event.


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Stay Melo: HOF Knicks Star Plugs Cannabis Brand in Farmingdale

Strain Stars will welcome the perennial All-Star on Saturday, April 19th for 1-3 p.m. meet and greets.