In anticipation of Brightwaters Art Council’s upcoming Business of Art Panel Discussion on Jan. 30, four brilliant local artists who make up the panel took the time to interview with the Islip …
When Stefan Hespeler learned the statistic that over 20 veterans and one active-duty military member are lost to suicide per day, he was astounded. Upon gaining this knowledge on April 2, 2016, a …
A severe storm weathered through the night of Jan. 9 into the morning of Jan. 10, resulting in serious damage along the South Shore of Long Island. The strong winds and heavy rain from the …
During the monthly meeting of the Brightwaters Board of Trustees on Jan. 8, a public hearing was held to consider the adoption of Local Law X-2024 Amending Article V Zoning Chapter 128 Business …
Upon seeing someone jump into the Great South Bay in 20-or-30-degree weather, one might assume that that person lost a bet, or is not in a sound state of mind. Yet on Jan. 20, a determined group will …
The highly anticipated Bay Shore Brightwaters St. Patrick’s Day Parade is officially set to take place on March 9 at 2 p.m. As always, a grand marshal is selected to lead the parade as it …
Brightwaters’ Department of Public Works is moving from rags to riches—or in this case, working in temporary trailers and old horse stables to a brand-new 3,000-square-foot building. …
Last weekend, the Village of Brightwaters held their annual Christmas Tree Lighting with the largest crowd to date. The village gave a special thanks to the Bay Shore Fire Department, Bay Shore High …
With such a variety of holiday events and activities to look forward to in the Town of Islip, it is easy to get into the holiday spirit. The Islip Bulletin has put together a list of holiday events …
On Saturday, Oct. 28, the Village of Brightwaters hosted the fifth annual Witches Paddle down the canal. The spooky event featured over 50 paddleboarders dressed as witches and warlocks launching …
This September, the Village of Brightwaters hosted its 20th flag ceremony. Last weekend, many volunteers came together to help honor the memory of those who passed on Sept. 11, with 3,000 mini flags …
Brightwaters residents are united in their love for what makes their village feel like home—the picturesque lakes that beautify the community. While the lily pads that adorn the lakes add to …
The Village of Brightwaters would like to invite everyone to come down and enjoy the view of the Great South Bay from their six new Adirondack chairs at Gilbert Park. Gilbert Park is a great place to …
The Village of Brightwaters Board of Trustees meeting, held on Aug. 7, prompted discussion of the village code and the roles of the village code enforcement officers / parking attendants. During the …
Wohseepee Park in Brightwaters was full of smiling faces, as Brightwaters residents caught up with neighbors and enjoyed a live concert at the Mayor Joseph McNulty Ice Cream Social and Band Concert …
The Village of Brightwaters will be hosting their annual Mayor Joseph McNulty Ice Cream Social and Band Concert on Sunday, Aug. 6. Hosted at Wohseepee Park in Brightwaters, guests will be enjoying a …
First named in 1927 after Gertrude Ederle, the first woman to swim across the English Channel, and later renamed in honor of Maggie Fischer in 1999, after her devastating death the day before she …
The third annual Brightwaters Cocktails on the Canal event was an enjoyable night for all who attended. Guests enjoyed live music, cold beer, light fare, and delectable wine on Friday, July 14, from …
If you were to visit Walker Beach on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m., you would be greeted by a gentle breeze, the sound of waves lapping on the shore, and a group practicing the meditative art of …
Enjoy live music, cold beer, light fare, and delectable wine on Friday, July 14, at Cocktails on the Canal. The Village of Brightwaters invites you to the Head of the Canal at Ackerson Plaza, in …
