Gov. Kathy Hochul recently signed the state budget for the upcoming fiscal year after months of negotiations between legislators and lobbyists. The approved $269 billion budget includes increased …
West Islip Symphony Orchestra travelled through the history of America in their concert “America: A Story in Three Acts” to celebrate its 250th birthday. Attendees gathered Friday night on June …
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 …
The Bay Shore Board of Education recognized the valedictorian and salutatorian from the Class of 2026. Atticus Muuss, the valedictorian, plans to attend New York University. Tatianna …
East Islip entered last Saturday’s Long Island Class AA softball championship game looking for a repeat of last year’s title, but Calhoun and pitcher Sophia Nicastro were too tough to overcome. …
Legis. Steven J. Flotteron recognized this year’s honorees of Northwell Hospice Care Network Maggie and Michael Killen at The Piermont for the Children & Family Bereavement …
The carnival was back in town once again! The South Shore Mall Carnival by Dreamland Amusements returned to Bay Shore until June 7, and was located next to the Dick’s Sporting Goods. Kids were able …
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 …
Metal-lovers flooded the Taylor Pavilion in Heckscher State Park in East Islip on May 31 to enjoy some true metal music. Terror Garden brought their seventh annual “Rock N’ Roll BBQ” together, …
The Bay Shore Historical Society celebrated the United States’ 250th anniversary at our May monthly meeting by hosting Robert Viagas’s presentation, “What Entertained Our Founding Fathers?” …
Resiliency has been the name of the game for East Islip softball throughout the spring, and last Saturday’s Suffolk Class AA championship matchup against Westhampton was no different. Despite …
By Joseph Caligiuri Artists were enjoying the scenery at the Fire Island Lighthouse’s Plein Air Art Show on May 22. The Fire Island Preservation Society hosted the event to help raise funds …
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 …
Legis. Steven J. Flotteron recognized Norma Mattera owner of Lion’s Den in West Islip as the 2026 Suffolk County Small Business Nominee for the 11th Legislative District, for her outstanding …
St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church has rebranded their annual fundraiser festival this year with the launch of OPA FEST, an expanded three-day celebration of Greek culture, food, music, and …
It began with a message from across the world. On Wednesday, May 20, 300 excited guests readied themselves for the inaugural Patriotic Concert at the Lt. Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL …
The Islip Memorial Day marched on through the rain last Monday, May 25. Residents gathered along Main Street to watch the parade. The American Legion Rush Bohm Post 411 didn’t let the rain …
The Bay Shore Historical Society celebrated America’s history at their latest meeting on May 21. Robert Viagas was invited to share “What Entertained Our Founding Fathers?,” a discussion on …
The West Islip Symphony Orchestra will be performing their spring concert on June 5 at the Beach Street Middle School in West Islip. Pulling from America’s history in celebration of America’s …
Suffolk County district attorney Raymond A. Tierney recently announced that Danny St. Louis, 45, of Bay Shore, pleaded guilty to three counts of rape in the first degree and other related charges, …