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Mar 7, 2026

Library Cafe Welcomes Dutton Brew House

Drop in to the MMS Library for a book and a beverage.

Mar 7, 2026

Brookhaven Library to Host St. Patrick’s Day Gold Hunt

Annual gold hunt open to the public.

Mar 7, 2026

LI Son Charged in Mom’s Savage Stabbing Death

A 36-year-old Calverton man has been indicted in connection with the fatal stabbing of his mother, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced.

Mar 6, 2026

Long Island Twins Joined the Israeli Army

A Long Island mother tells the story of her twins who joined the Israel Army.

Mar 6, 2026

A History of Conflict: Iran and the United States

Bad blood between Iran and the United States goes back decades.

Mar 6, 2026

State to Fast Track Route 25 Resurfacing Project, Make Immediate Pot Hole Repairs

State takes action to fix Middle Country Road

Mar 6, 2026

SP is All About SK

In fantasy baseball this season, starting pitching feels filled with question marks. Nearly every arm comes with a concern, whether it’s durability, innings limits, or injury history. There are, however, two exceptions that stand above the rest. The two starters with the initials “SK” appear to be the clear top choices on draft boards.

Mar 5, 2026

What Is Your Clan Totem?

Get in touch with your inner totem.

Mar 5, 2026

Coalition Grows Against Hochul’s Nuclear Plan

More than 100 organizations rally to oppose Hochul nuclear plan.

Mar 5, 2026

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.

Mar 5, 2026

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.

Mar 5, 2026

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.

Mar 5, 2026

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.

Mar 5, 2026

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.

Mar 5, 2026

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.

Mar 5, 2026

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.

Mar 5, 2026

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.

Mar 5, 2026

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.

Mar 5, 2026

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.

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What Happens When Children Inherit an IRA?

Q: I am updating my estate plan and have a substantial IRA. Is it better to leave my IRA directly to my children or to my trust?