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 …
National Grid joined Town of Islip supervisor Angie Carpenter to mark National 811 Day and remind residents to call 811 before starting any digging project. Calling 811 is free, it’s the law, …
Bring your poles and buckets to Gilbert Park for the annual Brightwaters Snapper Tournament! The tournament will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. There are plenty of fish …
Jovia Financial Credit Union, ranked among the nation’s top 100 credit unions and a leading financial institution on Long Island, announced it has awarded $120,000 in scholarships to students …
The Bay Shore community gathered together for lunch at the Bay Shore Bandshell last Tuesday, Aug. 11. As the fifth weekly night for the Brown Bag Concert Series, the Karpenteers played some tunes for …
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 …
A Shakespearean tale was afoot at the South Shore Mall last Thursday, Aug. 6. The Islip Arts Council held their first performance of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” on the mall’s lawn. …
This month, the Bay Area Friends of Fine Arts (BAFFA) Gallery in Sayville presents “Pieces of Us,” a collage exhibition by artists Diana Aliberti and Pamela Harris. Visitors are invited to …
To prepare for the big fight, or show, the CM Performing Arts Center partnered with local organizations to run like Rocky Balboa around the Sayville and Oakdale communities for a video promoting the …
Swimmers and kayakers alike were raring to go on July 31st for the annual Cross Bay Swim. With the sun shining and perfect conditions for the race, the Maggie Fischer Memorial Cross Bay Swim was a …
Strap on your boots, pick up a three-cornered hat, and bundle up in a warm navy-blue coat, because at the Long Island Maritime Museum in West Sayville, groups of visitors can re-enact one of the most …
Hailing from Nashville, Tenn., “Pet Sounds Live” performed Beach Boys’ “Pet Sounds” at the Boulton Center for the Performing Arts in Bay Shore last Saturday, Aug. 1. One of the most beloved …
A sunset and a symphony were the perfect pairing for West Islip residents on Tuesday, Aug. 4. The West Islip Symphony Orchestra played at the West Islip Marina for an evening performance of their …
The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet recently published a 34-page booklet entitled, “18th and 19th Century Military Veterans Buried at Oakwood Cemetery.” This booklet was researched …
By Mackenzie Lederer When track-and-field runner and Bay Shore High School alumna, Maggie McCormick, suffered an unexpected injury her freshman year, she never thought she would have the success …
The Fire Island National Seashore recently held a public workshop to gauge local interest in potential pathways connecting Fire Island communities to improve safety and accessibility. The …
In recognition of World Drowning Prevention Day, South Shore University Hospital invited the community for an educational event to promote swimming safety and drowning prevention. A …
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 …
Suffolk County Legis. Steven J. Flotteron recognized Corey Faines, of Bay Shore, seen with his mom, Paulette and sisters Haley and Ava, on perfect attendance in school from pre-K to high school …
