Smiling students returned to East Islip’s schools—East Islip High School, East Islip Middle School, John F. Kennedy Elementary School, Ruth C. Kinney Elementary School, Connetquot Elementary …
The sun was certainly shining bright as students and staff at West Islip School District were welcomed back to school for the start of the new year on Sept. 6. Staff, administrators and board of …
With such a wide variety of cultures, languages, and religions being practiced within the Town of Islip, our rich diversity has proven to be one of the greatest strengths of our community. To …
Islip Goes Purple is a monthlong initiative designed to unite the Town of Islip in raising awareness of mental health substance-use disorder and celebrating those in recovery. All townships are …
This Sept. 11, the Town of Islip hosted its annual 9/11 memorial ceremony to honor the memories of those who lost their lives in the 9/11 terrorist attack. Town supervisor Angie Carpenter and other …
A severe storm weathered through the night of Jan. 9 into the morning of Jan. 10, resulting in serious damage along the South Shore of Long Island. The strong winds and heavy rain from the …
“It was a lifelong dream that was fulfilled for me; it’s something I’ve always wanted to do, and I’m not getting any younger.” Michael Thomas Perone is an established …
During the monthly meeting of the Brightwaters Board of Trustees on Jan. 8, a public hearing was held to consider the adoption of Local Law X-2024 Amending Article V Zoning Chapter 128 Business …
The Town of Islip councilmembers will take part in public commentary at the upcoming monthly town board meeting on July 18 to set in further motion the steps to create a local court handling town …
Artists and cosplayers of all ages gathered inside The South Shore Mall on Saturday afternoon for the first-ever Draw-a-Thon. A few tables were set up with stickers, comic books, and paintings. …
Enjoying a swim in the pool seems to be a timeless hobby for people of all ages. But for residents of West Islip, the clock is ticking. The district’s indoor swimming pool facility has not had …
Local author, Commack resident Meryl Ain’s new novel, “Shadows We Carry,” published by SparkPress, takes place on Long Island and is the sequel to her award-winning post-Holocaust …
On Tuesday, Oct. 17, during a Town o f Islip Board meeting, the town council voted unanimously to approve Resolution 22, which addresses steps to shutter the Travelodge in Bay Shore that is currently …
As president of Division Seven of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, America’s oldest Irish Catholic Fraternal Organization, Shawn O’Neill dedicates his life to living out the A.O.H motto: …
For the past eight years, thousands of members of the floral industry worldwide have participated in a program called Petal it Forward. Participants receive two flower bouquets. One is to keep, and …
Did you know that Larry Mendelsohn, the owner of Islip Speedway and creator of the Demolition Derby, lived in the Town of Islip? As did Saul Bernstein, a Sayville High School track star who was …
Growing indoor plants has proven to have tremendous benefits: indoor plants have the power to boost moods, reduce stress, and add life to sterile spaces. However, many people were born without a …
Veterans Day, Nov. 11, serves as a commemoration to honor the patriotism, love of our nation, and sacrifices veterans have made for our country. The day of honor calls on all Americans to thank those …
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s the USAF Thunderbirds landing at L.I. MacArthur Airport, in Ronkonkoma, on Thursday, May 25, shortly after 5 p.m. A crowd of onlookers gathered in …
When leaving for work in the mornings, most people dream of being able to take their dog to the office with them. This dream is a reality at Canine Companions, where trainers, staff, and over 60 …
