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Feb 12, 2026

Prediction Markets Lead the Big Game

The Nevada Gaming Control Board reported earlier this week that $133.8 million was wagered with the state’s sportsbooks on this year’s Super Bowl. It marked the weakest Super Bowl handle for Nevada since 2016, when $132.5 million was bet on the Broncos versus the Panthers. Nevada’s figures included both in-person and online wagering, as well as future bets that were placed throughout the year in Las Vegas.

Feb 12, 2026

Floyd Cheer Excels at Nationals

The William Floyd varsity cheerleaders have advanced to the semifinals of the 2026 UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship in Orlando, Florida.

Feb 12, 2026

William Floyd Sends Four Athletes to States

The William Floyd High School varsity indoor track team is sending four student-athletes to the Section XI state qualifying competition. Allana Morgan, Angelle Sainteus, Brianna Smith, and Coral Macchia each earned a spot at the meet.

Feb 12, 2026

New Royalty on the Sidelines

Port Jefferson School District has hired its new head football coach, as Craig Perrino will take the reins as the new leader of the Port Jefferson Royals varsity football program.

Feb 12, 2026

Replacing a Legend

There is a familiar face stepping into the role of new head coach at William Floyd High School. While it is never easy replacing a legend like former coach Paul Longo, the district has named a successor who will continue the program’s long-standing tradition of excellence.

Feb 12, 2026

Blakeman Wins GOP Nod for Governor

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman accepted the New York State Republican Party’s nomination for governor Tuesday, pledging to unite Republicans across the state to defeat Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul in November.

Feb 12, 2026

Komatireddy Vows Tough-on-Crime AG Campaign

Saritha Komatireddy, the Republican nominee for New York State Attorney General, pledged a return to tough-on-crime enforcement as she addressed delegates at the New York State Republican Party convention at the Garden City Hotel in Nassau County.

Feb 12, 2026

Record Setting Rebounds

There is a new school record at Half Hollow Hills West following a fascinating and dominant performance under the boards. Senior forward Kamari Vernot set a new Hills West boys basketball single-game record with 27 rebounds in a 78–62 victory over Hauppauge last week.

Feb 12, 2026

Hernandez Touts American Dream in Comptroller Bid

Joseph Hernandez, the Republican nominee for New York State Comptroller, told party delegates that his candidacy is rooted in the American dream that brought him to the United States as a child refugee.

Feb 12, 2026

A 7th Grader is Knocking 'Em Down

North Country Road Middle School seventh grader Rosalie Manfre enjoyed an outstanding season competing on the Miller Place/Comsewogue Combined Girls Bowling Team, establishing herself as one of the program’s top performers despite being one of its youngest athletes

Feb 12, 2026

Garcia: Future of Empire State “In Your Hands”

Suffolk County Republican Chairman Jesse Garcia delivered an energetic call to action at the New York State Republican Convention in Garden City, telling delegates that the future of New York rests squarely in their hands

Feb 12, 2026

Ortt: Suffolk Model Can Lift Blakeman Statewide

New York State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt opened his remarks at the New York State Republican Convention by pointing to Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine as proof that Republicans can win, and govern, in dark blue New York.

Feb 12, 2026

Nobody Beats the Wiz

This past week, the world-famous Harlem Wizards visited William Floyd and put on a show for everyone in attendance. The Wizards are a professional basketball team that is much more than your normal pass-and-shoot style of play. They are a theatrically minded, high-flying and fun-filled group that puts the wow factor back into the game.

Feb 12, 2026

Hamate Gate

As players have begun to report to spring camp, there has already been a rash of injuries. This season, however, they are not only happening to some superstars, but they are also the same injury. Francisco Lindor, Corbin Carroll and Jackson Holliday all broke their hamate bone this week and will miss significant time this spring

Feb 11, 2026

Bad Bunny is a Bust

Bad Bunny’s controversial Super Bowl halftime show has generated nearly as much buzz after the performance as it did beforehand. In the immediate aftermath, social media rushed to frame the artist’s appearance as a triumph, with phrases such as “highest-rated show ever” and “a rousing success” circulating widely.

Feb 11, 2026

Ducks Sign a Former Snake

The Long Island Ducks have signed former major league right-handed pitcher Harrison Francis. This will be his first season with the Ducks and his eighth in professional baseball.

Feb 11, 2026

Bull on International Pokémon Day in Bellport: 'I expect it to be a good turnout'

South Country Library will celebrate International Pokémon Day on Saturday, Feb. 28, with free activities for all ages, including card games, crafts, and a scavenger hunt. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 22 Station Road.

Feb 11, 2026

Smithtown's Fitzgerald Returns to the Fighting Tomcats

American Soccer Club New York has announced the re-signing of midfielder Sean Fitzgerald to a one-year contract for the 2026 National Premier Soccer League season.

Feb 10, 2026

Singer-Songwriter James O’Malley’s “Ivyland” Tops Folk Radio Charts

Folk chart topper hails from the South Shore.

Feb 10, 2026

Long Island Faces Growing Power Shortfall Risks, NERC Warns

Green New Deal failure could have dire consequences for Long Island.

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Not A Lot of Games, But Plenty of Production

Over the course of a fantasy baseball season, there are always a few players who slip through the cracks despite putting up strong numbers. Sometimes it is because they lack name recognition. Other times it is because they play a position that tends to be overlooked. Most often, however, fantasy managers simply forget about a player who missed time with an injury and focus only on the overall statistics.