While its beaches are summer getaways close to home for Long Islanders today, during the 19th century, the barren dunes and pine forests of Fire Island were witnesses to disasters as ships wrecked en …
She’s sworn off love. He runs into fires for a living. What could possibly go wrong? Kimberly Wenzler brings her signature warmth and humor back in her fifth novel, a new contemporary romance …
Despite the wind and falling snow, it was a warm celebration in Islip Town Hall Veteran’s Park for World War II veteran David C. Palmer’s 100th birthday on Nov. 11. Joined by local …
East Islip hosted Connetquot last Friday in the Division II Suffolk County Section XI quarterfinals at Sal Ciampi Field at Boomer Esiason Stadium, at 1 Redmen Street in Islip Terrace. The No. …
The Harp & Hound on Islip’s Main Street held a Football Fundraiser in collaboration with Islip Food for Hope last Sunday. As Thanksgiving approaches, having a full meal is something that …
An air of patriotism, reverence, humility and honor filled Captain Bill’s Restaurant and Catering on Nov. 5. The 14th annual Salute Independence awards ceremony was once again hosted by Canine …
Bring out your holiday spirit with the Kiwanis Club of the Islips–Bay Shore on Dec. 13. Santa will be stopping by to have brunch with families and friends. The event is put together each year …
The West Islip Symphony Orchestra started off its 2025-2026 season on Nov. 7 with an autumnal concert, “Flutes and Frights,” conducted by Paul Little. The concert took place at Udall Road …
Newsday investigative reporter Sandra Peddie held an event alongside the Brightwaters Historical Society centered on her research into the historical Long Island Mafias on Wednesday, Nov. 6. Her …
On Oct. 19, the hospice team at NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk hosted Camp Hope at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead. Camp Hope is a free, full-day event designed to support children grieving …
I cannot believe we are at the end of October! In celebration of spooky season, please enjoy this roundup of some of my favorite stories that are perfect for curling up with a nice cup of hot apple …
Join the West Islip Symphony Orchestra on Nov. 7 for its “Flutes and Frights” performance. The concert will take place at Udall Road Middle School in West Islip starting at 8 p.m. Even …
Getting ready for the holiday season, Long Island’s largest year-round professional theatrical venue The Argyle Theatre (Mark and Dylan Perlman, executive producers and managing …
And just like that summer ended, autumn leaves peaked in vibrant fall colors and the Annual Connetquot River Halloween Boat Parade accompanied by a Grucci Fireworks display was upon us kicking off …
The Islip Buccaneer football team celebrated Senior Night on Friday, Oct. 24, with a rousing 38-6 win over Amityville, as Bucs’ head coach and former star quarterback Jamie Lynch notched his …
Halloween arrived in the Village of Brightwaters on Oct. 26 as residents gathered for its annual Ragamuffin Parade. Starting at 5:30 p.m. sharp, ghosts, witches and ghouls and those in costume …
It’s a seagull! It’s a fish! It’s a… witch? In the early hours of Saturday, Oct. 25, a fleet of witches and warlocks sailed through the Brightwaters Canal, ditching …
This Halloween season, treat your children to a graciously ghoulish original theatrical production at the Bayway Arts Center in East Islip, “Boo! A Musical Adventure.” From the Our …
Trunk or Treat was held last Saturday on Oct. 18 in Bay Shore for locals to trick-or-treat while supporting local organizations. The event was supported by the Great South Bay YMCA, Greater Bay …
Gen. John Thomas Digilio is a distinguished military leader and public servant whose career spans over three decades of active duty, National Guard service, and civilian leadership. He is also …
