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Floyd Faculty Concert Raises $7K for Music Scholarships
The William Floyd School District’s Music Department continued one of its most cherished traditions with the 43rd Annual Music Faculty Scholarship Concert, held before a packed audience at the William Floyd High School auditorium.
WFHS Senior Earns Air Force Academy Nomination
William Floyd High School senior Dominick Lauro has earned a congressional nomination from U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer to attend the United States Air Force Academy, bringing him one step closer to his goal of serving as an officer in the Air Force.
Mastic Beach Ambulance Installs Officers at Annual Ceremony
Brookhaven officials and emergency responders gathered Feb. 28 to celebrate the annual Installation of Officers for the Mastic Beach Ambulance Company, honoring the volunteers who provide lifesaving emergency medical services to the community.
Smithtown Schools Celebrate Seven Merit Finalists
Seven students from the Smithtown Central School District have been named finalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program, placing them among the top high school scholars in the country.
Cops Cuff Man After Selden Knifepoint Robbery
A Holtsville man has been arrested after police say he robbed a woman at knifepoint inside a building on College Road in Selden, according to Suffolk County police.
The Tomcats Introduce Maverick
American Soccer Club–New York was part of a historic weekend as the Long Island Junior Soccer League Convention returned this past weekend at the Hilton Long Island. The event, which had been on hiatus since the COVID-19 pandemic, made its long-awaited comeback as a two-day convention that attracted thousands of attendees from across the region.
Section XI Top New York State
When the dust settled at the New York State Division I Wrestling Championships, Section XI stood alone at the top, proving once again that Suffolk County wrestling remains among the elite in New York State. Powered by a dominant showing across multiple weight classes, Section XI captured the team title at the championships held at the MVP Arena.
Don't Over Think the Madness
It’s called March Madness, not NCAA Tournament Madness, for a reason. The chaos begins well before Selection Sunday, starting with conference tournament week in early March. Every year, there is upheaval, surprise runs, and Cinderella teams punching tickets and stealing automatic bids. From a betting perspective, however, this is also a time when overthinking can be costly.
Ortt, GOP Senators Blast New York Energy Mandates
New York Senate Republicans are ramping up criticism of the state’s climate law after a state memo revealed the potential for steep increases in energy costs for residents.
DeStefano Sounds Alarm on Soaring Energy Prices
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano joined fellow Republican lawmakers from the state Assembly and Senate at the Capitol this week to raise concerns about rising energy costs in New York, warning that current state policies could lead to even higher prices for residents and businesses.
Suffolk Sheriff Unveils New Youth Leadership Program
Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon, Jr. has announced the launch of a new youth education initiative aimed at helping middle school students build leadership and life skills while strengthening relationships between young people and law enforcement.
West Meadow Beach Dredging Nears Completion
Dredging work at West Meadow Beach is expected to wrap up around the middle of March, according to the latest update from the Suffolk County Department of Public Works, assuming there are no further weather or equipment delays.
SCPD Seeks Helicopter Mechanic for Aviation Unit
The Suffolk County Police Department is seeking to hire a certified helicopter mechanic to support its Aviation Section and help maintain the department’s fleet of four helicopters.
Saved From Flames: Crash Survivor Reunites With Heroes
Suffolk County officials reunited with a man whose life was saved by police officers who pulled him from a burning vehicle after a violent crash in Holtsville last November.
Saved From Flames: Crash Survivor Reunites With Heroes
Suffolk County officials reunited with a man whose life was saved by police officers who pulled him from a burning vehicle after a violent crash in Holtsville last November.
Trump Backed Tex Hits a Home Run
Former New York Yankee Mark Teixeira has hit a virtual home run once again, this time off the field. Teixeira, affectionately known as “Tex” during his playing days, won his Republican primary this week, securing 61 percent of the vote to succeed GOP Representative Chip Roy in southwest Texas.
Mangano Three Peats
Star wrestler Gavin Mangano led the Shoreham-Wading River Wildcats at the state championships this past week, capturing his third New York State title and cementing his place among the elite wrestlers in program history.
CC to Join Monument Park
CC Sabathia was a team leader through and through, delivering New York a championship to go along with a stellar and decorated career. Already selected to the Baseball Hall of Fame, Sabathia will now receive another prestigious honor from the team he will represent in Cooperstown. The New York Yankees announced that Sabathia will join the franchise’s all-time greats with a permanent place in Monument Park.
USA Hockey Starts Impacting Young Fans
The success of the USA Olympic teams has captivated the nation, and with championship performances from both the men’s and women’s squads, expectations are high that their impact will reach future generations.
The Best of L.I. Awards are Quack-tastic!
The winners of the annual “Best of Long Island” awards, presented by FourLeaf Federal Credit Union, have been announced, and the Long Island Ducks were once again front and center. Ducks mascot QuackerJack was named Best Team Mascot, earning his record-setting 16th consecutive Best of Long Island award overall.
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Salvadoran Gets 25-to-Life for Basement Murder
Darwin Josue Maldonado Vanegas, 32, was convicted in March after a jury found him guilty of second-degree murder and weapons charges in the April 2025 killing of 24-year-old Daniel Nunez-Hernandez.