Civil War reenactment this weekend

This weekend, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Saturday, Sept. 14 and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 15, the 67th New York Voluntary Infantry will be hosting a Civil War reenactment. It is the …

Excited students tell us what they want to learn!

Schools are back in session and The Suffolk County News asked parents to send in photos of their children’s first day and what they were most looking forward to learning this year. Here are the …

Another Bradstock! Another happening!

Thirty-one years of great vibes, great music and above all, great spirit of the community! Bradstock XXXI, calling itself “the other one,” the different one, stems from Bud, chief of …

SUFFOLK COUNTY

The spotted lanternfly is here

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive species and if the public sees them, they should kill them. According to the New York State …
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Appreciating our furry friends during National Service Dog month

The tremendous extent to which service dogs give independence to people with disabilities cannot be overstated. These incredible …
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3D-printed home is a work of innovation and heart

A local family in need will soon move into a safe and affordable home right here on Long Island this fall. Marking a significant …
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This Week's Paper

The Suffolk County News - September 12, 2024

Sayville

After nine years, garden club hosts live flower show

On Friday, Sept. 13 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 14 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Bayport-Blue Point Library, the Sayville Garden Club is presenting a small standard flower show, …

Sayville Rotary Pet Parade takes over Main Street

One thing is for sure. People love their pets and want to show them off. So owners did just that with about 100 that were carried, carted, or led by leash down Main Street to Rotary Park during the …

Suntan finally possible after 14 years of night

For the first summer in her life, 14-year-old Morgan McKillop was able to get a suntan. Morgan has a condition called erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP) whose major symptom is severe pain after …

Bayport

SPORTS

BBP varsity soccer begins fall season with young team

Bayport-Blue Point boys varsity soccer commenced their fall 2024 campaign last week. Their autumn 2024 season consists of 16 contests, six of them non-league matchups. The Phantoms are members …

Food, flying, fun at appreciation day

The Bayport Aerodrome Society will be hosting their 31st annual Neighborhood Appreciation Picnic this Sunday, Sept. 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Located at 60 Vitamin Drive in Bayport, the event is …

This place is hopping

Ownership paperwork for old BBP library completed Stephany Seifert was weeding out negative space using special tweezers for a Cricket project with staffer Olivia LoSardo. “We use Cricket …

Food & Drink

Buoy 35: ‘A hidden gem’

All mariners know to pay attention to buoys, but this particular buoy is an invitation to a great night out. Just at the edge of …
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‘Top-tier’ grocer requested by residents

The South Shore’s consummate health-oriented grocer, Cornucopia, announced a second location to open in the Station Yards complex in …
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Refreshing new grocery store has grand opening

The Fresh Grocer had its grand opening on Friday, Aug. 23 at the Lighthouse Commons shopping center in Oakdale. With freshly …
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Swinging, seafaring time!

The Seafood Festival was held at the Long Island Maritime Museum this weekend, Aug. 24 and Aug. 25, for the 31st time since its …
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Empanada-eating contest for one-year anniversary

On Thursday, Aug. 15, Tico’s Empanadas, located on Montauk Highway in Blue Point, celebrated their one-year anniversary with an …
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Sayville Rotary hosts 74th annual Beefsteak Dinner

The Sayville Rotary Club recently hosted their 74th annual beefsteak fundraiser dinner event—an evening filled with great food, …
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School News

‘Exciting’ school year ahead for all students

As the weather turns cooler and school busses start appearing, returning to class is a time for the family to reorganize and prioritize goals for the academic year. The Suffolk County News sat down …

A celebration of Suffolk County high school football

High school football players and coaches from public schools across Suffolk County met the media Friday …
Sunrise Drive principal named L.I.C.A.B. Hero Honoree

According to L.I.C.A.B., this prestigious recognition is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated …
Crystal Clear shines through with dedication

A group of Sayville students began a window cleaning business earlier this summer and have earned rave …

Award-winning film showcases environmental advocacy

A new film highlighting the work of a Sayville-based group of student environmental activists got …
‘Pioneers’ of 450-year-old British school to become part of Oakdale

With a storied tradition of opulence and the requisite noblesse oblige, Oakdale, a community famous …
T-Bird wrestling club soars!

The T-Bird wrestling club travelled to Hershey, Pa., to compete in the Chocolate Town Dual …

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Arts

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with the Islip Arts Council

National Hispanic Heritage Month is a monthlong celebration of Hispanic and Latino history and culture in the United States. While Hispanic and Latino communities deserve to be celebrated all year …

A new venue for the new BAFFA orchestra conductor

When Bruce Engel, Bay Area Friends of Fine Arts’ (BAFFA) new orchestra conductor, first walked into the Patchogue Congregational Church looking for a rehearsal and performance space, “I …

‘Peter Pan’ brings Neverland magic

A number of talented young actors, one as young as 4 years old, made their stage debut at the Pride Performing Arts Inc. in downtown Sayville this weekend with a production of “Peter …

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Islip goes purple!

When considering addiction, many people tend to think “not in my town,” “not in my friend group,” or “not in my family,” yet substance-abuse disorder is a disease …

North Shore meets south for veterans… and their dogs

Last month, the Patchogue Rotary Club hosted Smithtown-based America’s VetDogs, a national nonprofit organization, at their weekly lunch meeting at the Tap Room in Patchogue. The meeting …

Nearly $1,000 raised by scouts for Key West adventure

On Saturday, Aug. 24, the BSA Troop 130 held a car wash at Geoghan’s Insurance building on Montauk Highway in Bayport and raised $940 towards an adventure camp outing in Key West during spring …