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Bloodshed Crew Busted—Cop Accused in Gun Plot
Suffolk County prosecutors dropped the hammer on a violent Long Island street crew, unveiling a sweeping 57-count indictment that reads like something out of a crime thriller: two murders, multiple shootings, armed robberies, and even a rogue cop accused of fueling the chaos.
Medicaid Recertification: Why Legal Guidance Matters
Medicaid wants you to recertify, here’s what you need to know.
Clarence F. Simpson’s Life Of Service
From Harlem to Manorville to Vietnam and home again to serve for this Long Island veteran.
The Roots of the WWII Great Raid on Cabanatuan Prisoner of War Camp
General MacArthur vowed to return.
Town Leaders Drive Long Island’s Next Wave of Development at HIA-LI Economic Symposium
Future forum at HIA-LI.
McCormick Wins the State Championship
The Bay Shore Girls Varsity Track Team continues to shine on the big stage, and leading the way is standout distance runner Maggie McCormick. McCormick added another major accomplishment to her already impressive résumé this past week, capturing the state championship in the 1,500-meter run.
Water Rates Rising SLIGHTLY Under SCWA Budget
While any increase impacts household budgets, officials emphasized that the adjustment is smaller than last year’s 2.99% hike and remains below the projected rate of inflation.
William Floyd Honors “Shining Stars” Educators
The William Floyd School District has announced educators and staff members as SCOPE Education Services “Shining Stars” for the 2025-26 school year, recognizing their exceptional service and dedication to students.
Brookhaven Salutes Women Powering the Community
The Town of Brookhaven honored a group of accomplished women during its annual Women’s Recognition Awards ceremony held at Town Hall, celebrating individuals whose work has had a lasting impact across the community.
Panico's Passionate Plea to Gov: Save Pine Barrens
Brookhaven Town Supervisor Daniel Panico is urging New York State to partner with the town to preserve hundreds of acres of environmentally sensitive Pine Barrens land, saying the municipality cannot protect the area on its own.
Wrong-Way Booze Bust: Driver 3x Legal Limit
A Coram woman was arrested after Suffolk County Sheriff’s deputies say she was driving the wrong way on Route 112 in East Patchogue while intoxicated at more than three times the legal limit.
Surprise Call Reveals Commencement Speaker Honor
The call was part of a deliberate surprise arranged by the school so Kristen could personally share the milestone with her father in real time, capturing the excitement of the moment.
Critics Go Nuclear on Hochul’s Energy Plan
Hochul’s answer to energy crisis: delay Green New Deal, more nuclear.
Coach of the Year Goes to Pat-Med
A well-deserved honor is heading to Patchogue-Medford High School, as girls varsity basketball head coach Leighann Gallagher has been named Coach of the Year for the 2025–2026 season by the Suffolk County Women’s Basketball Coaches Association.
Floyd's Offense Starts the Season Fast
The William Floyd Colonials Boys Lacrosse are off to a strong start this season, opening with two straight wins while showcasing an explosive offense and solid defensive play.
Everything Goes Right on Opening Day for WF
Opening Day is always a special moment in baseball, and this week, everything clicked for the William Floyd Colonials as they kicked off the 2026 season in dominant fashion.
It's Official - Farrow Wins Best of the Best
Last week, we shared that the William Floyd Colonials sophomore was nominated for the prestigious Sports Illustrated National High School Girls Athlete of the Week award. This week, it became official—Farrow has been named the winner for March 9–15, earning national recognition for her outstanding play.
Former Rockville Centre Bishop William Murphy Dies
Murphy served as the fourth bishop of the Long Island diocese from 2001 until his retirement in 2016, guiding Catholics with what current Bishop John O. Barres described as “a joyful witness of prayer, preaching, and pastoral leadership.”
Suffolk Police Graduate New Class of Recruits
More than 170 new law enforcement officers officially joined the ranks of Suffolk County and several local agencies during the graduation of the Suffolk County Police Department’s 194th Recruit Class, at Suffolk County Community College’s Grant Campus in Brentwood.
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Longwood Teacher Earns National Recognition
A Longwood Central School District educator is earning national recognition as she prepares to close out a decades-long career in the classroom, adding to a list of honors that highlight her impact.