With September rapidly approaching, the first day of school will be here before we know it. As students look forward to seeing what this upcoming school year has in store, local superintendents …

Suffolk County Legis. Trish Bergin (R-10th District) and Legis. Robert Trotta (R-13th District) have introduced and sponsored legislation to provide further restrictions on administrative expenses of …

The Islip Arts Council proudly presents “Beyond the Surface,” a solo exhibition by celebrated painter Lisa Petker Mintz. Join the IAC for the opening reception at the IAC gallery on …

The Islip Art Council’s annual Concert in the Park returned this past Sunday, Aug. 10, after a five-year hiatus. The fantastic performance by Orchestra Long Island, music director and …

The distinguished educator and administrator, Dr. Clyde Irving Payne, died on Aug. 7 at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and profound impact on countless students. A …

On Saturday, Aug. 10, the Sayville Fire Department hosted the Town of Islip Fire Department parade, where all 16 departments marched. Following the parade, community members were invited to the …

Across the Great South Bay from Wednesday, July 31 through Friday, Aug. 2, multi-colored sails cruised along the water before the Robert Moses Bridge as they participated in the Great South Bay Yacht …

Almost 1,500 school districts nationwide have joined a consolidated, multidistrict federal lawsuit, accusing popular social media giants, including Snapchat, YouTube, TikTok, and Meta (Facebook and …

Remembering a cheerful soul It is likely that every person in the East Islip and Islip Terrace community was touched by Heather McNamara in some way. The 22-year-old EMT for The Exchange …

The Great South Bay Music Festival returns to Shorefront Park in Patchogue on July 18-21. It’s the 16th year for the popular event, which this year includes headliners Jim Messina, Yes …

Since 2018, the Islip School District has implemented the departmentalization model for the fifth-grade class. Fifth graders at Commack Road Elementary School and Sherwood Elementary School have …

166 W. Main Street is the quintessential location for a restaurant. Positioned on the outskirts of East Islip close to the Islip hamlet border, the two-story building is a quick drive away from both …

On June 25, the Class of 2024 walked onto Sal Ciampi Field at Boomer Esiason Stadium as high school students and departed ready to start the next chapter of their lives. The ceremony was kicked …

East Islip High School’s Class of 2024 dressed to impress for a night to remember for their senior prom. Held at Majestic Gardens in Rocky Point, the seniors celebrated the culmination of their …

For the past 40 years, East Islip residents and ice cream fanatics alike have loved going to Pam’s Ice Cream Shoppe. With the large “Tuesday 2-for-1 on sundaes” sign printed onto …