With such a wide variety of cultures, languages, and religions being practiced within the Town of Islip, our rich diversity has proven to be one of the greatest strengths of our community. To …
“If you don’t have historical awareness of your own community, how can you make your own community better?” The words of Dr. Chris Verga, a member of the Bay Shore Historical …
If you have enjoyed delicious cookies at a street festival or farmers’ market this summer, you may have already purchased from local business, The Groovy Cookie. The business is the ultimate …
At approximately 9:40 p.m. on Thursday, July 27, New York State Police in Brentwood responded to a two-vehicle accident on Robert Moses Causeway in the Town of Islip. A 2022 Jeep Wrangler was …
United Veterans Beacon House (UVBH) unveiled its newly renovated, Victorian-style group home in Freeport. The home will accommodate 13 veterans—all of them formerly homeless and now …
Healthcare Wellness Center in Bay Shore was recognized as Suffolk County Legislature’s 2023 Small Business of the Year in the 11th Legislative District. Owner Anthony Cerabino, B.M., LMT, …
The necessity of helping one’s neighbors and surrounding community is a foundational pillar of almost every religion. At St. Peter’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, in West Bay Shore, the …
Meet at the Fire Island Lighthouse on July 20 to watch as 130 participants take off from the Fire Island Lighthouse for the 5.5-mile open-water swim race from the Fire Island Lighthouse to …
This summer, take advantage of the wide variety of exciting programs at your local library! From wholesome family movie nights to line-dancing instruction classes, libraries in the greater Islip area …
Looking to have a day of exercise, sunshine, food, and beer, while supporting your local community? Bay Shore Engine Company No. 1 will be hosting its second annual Run to the Pump Fun Run/Walk and …
On Saturday, July 8, The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet will be hosting their seventh annual Garden Walk, The Secret Gardens of Islip, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Each year, Islip residents open up …
Warm summer evenings are made for decompression and relaxation. This summer, unwind, relax, and exercise on Wednesday evenings at the Village of Brightwaters summer yoga series, hosted at Walker …
On Tuesday, June 27, Main Street was blocked off and buzzing with live music, street vendors, and fun activities for all ages. Numerous musical performances were held throughout the night at multiple …
The upcoming Summertime in the Park 2023 concert series is bringing free concerts to the Bay Shore bandshell every Tuesday and Wednesday. The bandshell, which is located on Main Street in Bay …
A sea of maroon and white flooded the Ralph Elliott Gymnasium as the Bay Shore High School Class of 2023 processed into their commencement ceremony on Friday, June 23. While originally planned to be …
Pastor Wendy Modeste gave her final sermon at Bay Shore United Methodist Church on Sunday, June 5, the same way she led her congregation for the past nine years—with warmth, love, and open …
Imagine a place where people of all ages and special needs could strengthen community and family ties, enjoy the physical and mental benefits of fresh air and exercise, and then donate their yield to …
Some people’s lives proceed in a predictable trajectory, while others’ unique lifepaths take, to paraphrase poet Robert Frost, the road less traveled, and Bay Shore resident Christine …
Before a new creation, destruction of the old and outworn is often necessary, and in this spirit of renewal the Islip Town Board voted unanimously to raze a blighted Bay Shore property. The …
