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Dec 22, 2024

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Dec. 14

2 gas stations had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Dec 20, 2024

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest premium gas during week ending Dec. 14

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 14.

Dec 20, 2024

Gorman of NYS Parks on 30th annual Winter Run Series: 'It's a great kick-off at Heckscher State Park'

The 30th annual Winter Run Series, sponsored by Long Island State Parks, will kick off Sunday, Jan. 12, at Heckscher State Park in East Islip.

Dec 20, 2024

Food Lab introduces immunity workshop series with Nadia Ernestus

The Food Lab at Stony Brook Southampton is introducing a workshop series titled "Boost Your Immunity Naturally," which will be led by health coach and educator Nadia Ernestus.

Dec 20, 2024

1M awarded for climate resilience projects in New York Metro area

Nearly a dozen communities on Long Island, in the Bronx, and Westchester County are among those benefiting from more than $1 million in resilience planning support grants.

Dec 20, 2024

Toys for Tots partners with elementary school to spread holiday cheer

Kindergarten students at Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School recently enjoyed a special event thanks to the efforts of Toys for Tots and a surprise visit from Santa Claus.

Dec 20, 2024

Ja'Quan Thomas honored as high school football offensive player of the year

William Floyd High School junior Ja’Quan Thomas has been recognized as the "High School Football Offensive Player of the Year" by the New York Jets and Gatorade.

Dec 20, 2024

William Floyd Middle School aids African school with new water well

William Floyd Middle School (WFMS) has been recognized for its successful fundraising campaign to build a clean water well in Africa.

Dec 20, 2024

Moriches Elementary hosts annual holiday rock concert with festive performances

Moriches Elementary School recently held its annual Holiday Rock Concert, an event that has become a cherished tradition.

Dec 19, 2024

Sweetbriar nature guide on Forest Bathing Walk: 'It is designed to slow us down'

Sweetbriar Nature Center in Smithtown is offering a Forest Bathing Walk at 12 p.m. on Saturday, January 4, designed to deepen the connection between humans and the natural world.

Dec 19, 2024

NYS Parks educator calls stargazing on Long Island: 'great opportunity'

New York State Parks is giving Long Island residents a chance to stargaze year-round with after-sunset permits for several parks, as well as special events like meteor shower viewings at Connetquot River State Preserve in Oakdale.

Dec 19, 2024

Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Dec. 14

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 14.

Dec 19, 2024

Brookhaven Lab reveals top scientific breakthroughs of 2024

The Brookhaven National Laboratory, operated by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), has announced its top 10 scientific discoveries for 2024.

Dec 19, 2024

Stony Brook University shares 2024 highlights through photography

This year marked another memorable period for Stony Brook University, with its most unforgettable moments captured in a collection of photos from 2024.

Dec 19, 2024

Radu Laza joins prestigious list as AMS fellow for contributions to mathematics

Radu Laza, a professor in the Department of Mathematics, has been elected to the 2025 class of Fellows of the American Mathematical Society (AMS).

Dec 19, 2024

Wheatley Heights man pleads guilty to robbery after Facebook Marketplace scam

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Jordan Behling, a 23-year-old resident of Wheatley Heights, has pleaded guilty to first-degree robbery and other related charges.

Dec 19, 2024

Medford resident wins compost tumbler in Brookhaven Recycles Day giveaway

Recently, Irene Minicozzi visited Town Hall to collect a prize on behalf of her daughter, Melissa Carretto.

Dec 19, 2024

Elementary students connect with Antarctic researcher via virtual session

Tangier Smith Elementary School third graders recently had a virtual meeting with Jared Collins, a William Floyd High School alumnus and current doctoral student at the University of Colorado, Boulder.

Dec 19, 2024

Mt. Sinai students perform holiday music at senior center

On December 19, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined student musicians from the Mount Sinai School District for a holiday celebration at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mt.

Dec 18, 2024

Cheapest regular gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Dec. 14

4 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Dec. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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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.


State

Who Will Run Against Hochul for Governor of New York?

The South Shore Press had a conversation with New York State Conservative Party Chair, Gerry Kassar on his thoughts who might be considering a race for the Governor’s office from the Republican/Conservative side of the race.


Local

Greenport brewery founder on Reggae Fest: 'a kickoff of summer'

Greenport Harbor Brewing Co. in Peconic is planning a bigger-than-ever Reggae Fest for Saturday, May 3, with top acts and plenty of craft brews.