The clock ticked back to the 1860s at the Islip Grange as reenactors gathered to mark the 18th annual Civil War Weekend. Hosted by Company K of the 67th NY Infantry, First L.I. Volunteers …

Islip came together for the Islip Irish Day Parade last Sunday, Sept 20. Kicking off at 2 p.m., the parade marched from 401 Main Street to 655 Main Street, inviting locals to watch and celebrate …

PALI Coalition, alongside several other local organizations, held a community cookout in Heckscher Park last Saturday, Sept. 19. Starting at 2 p.m., all were welcome to mingle with local activist …

With autumn just about arrived, the Twilight Market has officially returned to Bay Shore at the Bay Shore Bandshell. The opening night took place on Friday, Sept. 18 from 3 to 9 p.m., with the Bay …

The West Islip Country Fair will be coming to town on Sept. 27 for some fall celebrations. Fair hours will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the West Islip Public Library Grounds, and will mark the 49th …

Save the Great South Bay held their annual Oyster Ball on the shore of Heckscher Park last Saturday, Sept. 12. Thrown as a fundraiser for the  nonprofit, Save the Great South Bay’s (STGSB) …

Animal shelter hosts fashion show BY Joseph Caligiuri Dogs dressed to the nines hit the runway this past Sunday, Sept. 13, for Tula Kitchen’s Doggy Fashion Show. Held with the Town of …

Customers came from all over to get a good look at these locally made products for sale at the Bay Shore Bandshell. Bay Shore’s Farmers’ Market was full of local vendors at the bandshell on Aug. …

How does a relatively unassuming local Long Island neighborhood restaurant become a worldwide “foodie” destination?  It all started with the charismatic Chef Mike, Michael Landesberg, …

Islip residents were welcomed for an evening of dining and music on Aug. 13 for Music on Main. Local bands and organizations set up from Smith Avenue to Locust Avenue from 5 to 9 p.m. Attendance was …

The Islip Irish Day Parade will return for its second annual celebration on Sunday, Sept. 20, bringing a day of family fun, live entertainment, community spirit, and Irish pride to Main Street in …

Aug. 9 was Salvadoran American Day, and Long Island locals made sure to show its pride with music and authentic cuisine. The Salvadoran American Chamber of Commerce threw their “Pupusa Festival” …

Clam shuckers were put to the test at the Bay Shore Marina, competing for the trophy for Best Shucker. The West Islip Breast Cancer Coalition held the contest on Aug. 11, fundraising to support the …

One of Sayville’s most cherished traditions returned this past week, bringing delicious food, fun games, entertaining music and more throughout the weekend. The Greater Sayville Chamber of …

Bay Shore hosted Under the Big Tent Festival last Saturday, July 25. Free performances, food and carnival games made the day suited for all ages to have fun. The day was stacked with local …

The Bay Shore Historical Society hosted its annual Dinner by the Bay on Thursday, July 16 at Captain Bill’s Restaurant & Catering. Their yearly dinner is an opportunity for   members …

Sandy Chapin, Harry Chapin’s wife, is planning on coming. Actor Eric William Morris, who will play singer-songwriter philanthropist Harry Chapin next March in   “Harry Chapin: I Wanna Learn …

A symphony will be making its way to the Islip area very soon. The West Islip Symphony Orchestra will be holding their Summer Concert Series starting in August, inviting the community to listen to …

Music and dancing brought the life to Bay Shore on Tuesday, June 30, for the town’s “Alive By The Bay” series. Across Main Street, locals could enjoy bites from restaurants around town while …

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 …