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Hills East Wrestling Honored
The Half Hollow Hills East High School wrestling program had plenty to celebrate recently, as four of its student-athletes were honored at the annual Suffolk County Wrestling Coaches Association All-County Dinner.
Sachem Seniors Earn Zone Awards
Four seniors from the Sachem Central School District have earned prestigious recognition for their excellence both in and out of the classroom. Recently, Hannah Barkin and Dominick Rienzi of Sachem East, along with Henry Sarro and Alyssa Tappin of Sachem North, were named Suffolk County Zone Award winners by the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.
Disc Golf Debuts At Southaven County Park
Discs are flying at the new county golf course at Southaven Park in Yaphank.
Disc Golf Comes to Suffolk
Disc golf has officially arrived in Suffolk County, and local leaders are welcoming the new addition with enthusiasm. This past week, Jim Mazzarella joined community members and organizers to celebrate the debut of a brand-new disc golf course at Southaven County Park. The opening marks an exciting step in expanding recreational opportunities across the county.
Suffolk Hall of Fame Opens a New Exhibit
The third Suffolk County Sports Hall of Fame library exhibit has officially opened, continuing a growing tradition of celebrating local athletic history throughout the community.
DeStefano Blasts NYC Bailout Plan
Gov. Hochul has confirmed what we’ve suspected all along: she’s going to let Socialist Democrat Mayor Zohran Mamdani pick the pockets of state taxpayers to the tune of $4 billion to bail out the city’s corrupt finances.
Longwood Honors 108 “Lions of Distinction”
The Longwood Central School District celebrated student character and community spirit during the inaugural Middle Island Teachers’ Association “Lions of Distinction” Student Award Ceremony at Longwood Junior High School.
Top Cop Thanks Deputies During National Police Week
"National Police Week is a time for this nation to pause and recognize the men and women who have chosen a life of service in law enforcement. This week, and every week, I am proud to stand alongside each of you."
SCPD Hiring Public Relations Specialists
Do you spend a lot of time on social media. Did you ever think to yourself "yeah, I can be a content creator, I can do that."
William Floyd Arts Program Earns State Honor
The William Floyd School District’s Fine Arts Department has earned statewide recognition after receiving the prestigious New York State Art Teachers Association (NYSATA) VISION Endorsement for the first time in district history.
Dems Kill Bill Targeting Sanctuary Policies
Senate Democrats on the Senate Investigations Committee voted down Republican-backed legislation Tuesday aimed at banning sanctuary policies that limit cooperation between local and federal immigration authorities.
Give Blood, Save Lives at Ronkonkoma Street Fair
You will have an opportunity to help save lives later this month during a community blood drive at the Ronkonkoma Street Fair, sponsored by Suffolk County Legislator Leslie Kennedy.
Parked Outside Wrong House — Paid With His Life
A Glen Cove man was sentenced to 20 years to life in prison for his role in the 2022 kidnapping and murder of a Central Islip man who was targeted after parking in front of a Bay Shore home, Suffolk County prosecutors said.
Brazen Bandit Busted in Home Burglary Spree
A Shirley man is accused of going on a brazen pre-dawn burglary spree, creeping into occupied Long Island homes while residents slept, before cops tracked him down hiding in a Medford backyard, police said.
There's a New School Relay Record
History was made last month at the Penn Relays, and a group of talented student-athletes from Port Jefferson delivered a performance to remember. The Port Jefferson 4x100-meter relay team, made up of Salome Maginier, Veronica Shretengas, Nina Gnatenko, and Alexa Jacobs, etched their names into the record books with an outstanding run. The quartet clocked an impressive time of 50.94 seconds, setting a new outdoor track school record in the process.
Betting Markets Move in Favor of the GOP
Things can shift quickly in prediction markets, and as many sports bettors know, momentum can change in an instant. That same volatility has been on display this week in political betting markets, where new numbers suggest a notable swing. According to Polymarket, Republicans have recently moved ahead of Democrats in the U.S. Senate midterm odds.
Hills East Claims the Conference Championship
The Half Hollow Hills East boys tennis team is celebrating another standout season, earning a share of the Conference 1 title and continuing a run of excellence that has become the program’s standard.
Seniors Shine as the Colonials Dominate in Win
This past Friday night, the William Floyd Colonials varsity flag football team delivered one of the most impressive performances in program history, cruising to a dominant 50–0 victory over Lindenhurst Bulldogs. The win carried extra meaning as it came on Senior Night, giving the home crowd plenty to cheer about as they watched their seniors shine on both sides of the ball.
Smithtown Class Takes a Home Run Field Trip
High School East and West CTE School of Business students recently stepped outside the classroom for a one-of-a-kind learning experience, visiting both Citi Field and Yankee Stadium as part of an immersive sports management program.
Long Island's Own Heads to the Mets
The Long Island Ducks shared some exciting news this week, especially for local baseball fans, as they announced that infielder Nick Roselli has had his contract purchased by the New York Mets organization. The Long Island native will report to the club’s High-A affiliate in Brooklyn, marking another step forward in his professional career.
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Back to States: Hills East’s Nicolaides Tees Up Another Milestone
Gabriella Nicolaides continues to make a name for herself as one of Suffolk County’s top young golfers after an outstanding performance at the Section XI Suffolk County Girls Golf Championship this past week. The Half Hollow Hills East High School standout finished fifth overall in Suffolk County, earning a coveted spot to represent Section XI at the upcoming NYSPHSAA Girls Golf Championship this June.