By Joseph Caligiuri In honor of America’s 250th, the village of Brightwaters held a celebratory party at Gilbert Park from 6 to 9 p.m. Residents were invited to bring lawn chairs for an …

The Fourth of July was not only a celebration of America, but a way for local Islip families to come together for a night of fun, barbecues, and fireworks.   We asked our readers to submit …

Bay Shore will be celebrating its “Under The Big Tent” festival later this month on July 25. The event will take place on the grounds of the First Baptist Church on 176 Second Avenue from noon to …

As the region prepares for the summer’s first heat wave, Islip Town officials are monitoring weather conditions closely and taking steps to keep both its residents and its workforce safe. Town …

The New York State primary votes were held on June 23, where Assembly, Congressional, and State Senate nominees were voted upon by New York residents. The official nominees for the fall election have …

Every year, it is absolutely beautiful seeing our children, soon-to-be adults, enjoying rite-of-passage milestones. We are so proud of the senior Class of 2026 and have featured them in our …

Nonprofit Rainbows for Makenna had their fourth annual fundraiser, “Rainbrews for Makenna,” at the Great South Bay Brewery in Bay Shore on June 27. Locals gathered in support of the nonprofit’s …

Islip Town’s contract with ICE for firearms training at the local firing range was renewed on Tuesday, June 16. The contract has come under consistent fire from the community, especially as …

A display dedicated to Pride Month has been erected by the Islip Arts Council and the Suffolk County Courts at the Cohalan Courthouse. Holding the reception on June 17, the display, titled …

Four Bay Shore athletes signed commitments to continue their athletic and academic careers at colleges and universities.

The Argyle Theatre is proud to announce the cast and creative team for its highly anticipated summer production of “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,” the Tony® and Grammy® Award-winning …

East Islip High School seniors Grace Micali and Michael Tramaglini, West Islip High School seniors Ava Obloj and Conor Kenefick, Islip High School seniors Abigail Dieumegard and Jack Rao, and Bay …

Brightwaters Historical Society welcomed Robert Weissmann at the Wohseepee Cabin on June 3 to give a lecture on “Bonac Country: The Story of Gardiner’s Island and Bonacker Fishermen.” As …

Kiwanis Club of Islip and Bay Shore had a Car Show on May 31 in Brightwaters. Classic cars from every era were lined up at Mamma Santina Pizza from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and car enthusiasts all showed up …

Islip residents filled the streets at the 26th annual Islip Street Fair last Sunday, May 31. Local businesses and organizations set up shop along Main Street for attendees to enjoy. The Islip …

Bay Shore The Bay Shore School District’s 2026-27 budget passed with a vote of 528 to 152. The incumbent candidates Guy Leggio and Louis Bettinelli both were re-elected to the Board of …

Unions, MTA reach deal after three days By Connor Patton For over three days, five unions representing over 3,500 workers at the Long Island Rail Road went on strike for the first time in …

Central Islip Calling all veterans! The Central Islip Memorial Day Parade Committee will be hosting its annual Memorial Day Parade on May 25 at the Central Islip Senior High School. The …

After weeks of litigation regarding the legality of his opponent’s signatures collected for the June primary, Democratic congressional candidate Pat Halpin is set to become the party’s nominee …

Long Island Rail Road service might shut down entirely on Saturday, May 16, if LIRR unions go on strike. A coalition of unions said on Tuesday that they will continue talks with LIRR officials …