Baseball mastermind, beloved coach

Everlasting Long Islander and baseball mastermind Tom Caputo grew up in Valley Stream, graduating from Valley Stream Central High School in 1994. Caputo then took his talents to collegiate baseball, …

Thank your nurses

We asked our readers to let us know what they admire most about the nurses in their lives who serve our community. Here are the responses: Vicki Haber of Bayport, oncology Nominated by: …

Sayville Board of Education candidates

Below are brief biographical introductions of candidates. Maureen Dolan (running against Alia Richards) I’ve been on the Sayville Board of Education since 1995. My two sons …

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Pushing legislation to cut home heating bills

State Sen. Alexis Weik today announced that she has introduced legislation to provide homeowners with a one-time rebate for home …
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Prom impact event provides free formal wear to high school juniors and seniors

On Saturday and Sunday, April 23 and 24, the Suffolk County Police Department held the fifth annual prom impact event to help local …
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Connetquot varsity baseball and lax decisions

The Connetquot boys varsity baseball team defeated Centereach 8-3 this week and improved to 8-1 in Suffolk County League III. …
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The Suffolk County News - May 12, 2022

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Sayville

Sayville Board of Education and 2022-2023 Budget results

School Budget: Yes: 2010 vs No: 688 Library Budget: Yes: 2072 vs No: 622 Historical Society: Yes: 2161 vs No: …

Sayville BOE candidate withdraws from race

From the Sayville School District: Desmond Megna—one of three candidates on the ballot for the Sayville school board seat vacated by Norm deVenau, running against Mark Ruf and …

Connetquot Board of Education candidates

Below are brief biographical introductions of candidates: Jaclyn Napolitano Furno (incumbent) I am a lifelong resident, 1996 alumna, mother of two Connetquot students and proud daughter of a …

Bayport

Thanks for all the stories!

Journalist Linda Leuzzi was recognized last week at Bayport-Blue Point’s Library Board meeting for her detailed, continuing stories about the library’s plans to move from its former Blue …

Local lab loves library!

Simon, a rescue dog from Blue Point, has been known to be an adventurous pupper. He’s even earned the nickname “Notorious D.O.G.” from his dad. This past week, he took a …

Bayport-Blue Point BOE candidates

Below are brief biographical introductions of candidates. Daniel Bertran (running against Brian Johnson) I was born and raised in Holtsville and graduated from Sachem High School in 1999. …

Food & Drink

Zone change for Starbucks drive-thru approved

During a zone changing meeting at the Town of Islip, Town Hall East, a 4-1 vote passed the request of Starbucks, represented by Steve …
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Parkville Plaza Deli grand opening

Sayville’s beloved Parkville Plaza Deli had its grand opening on Friday, April 15. Opening up at 5 a.m., Suffolk County …
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Early start to summer at Flo’s

Summer started earlier this season for Blue Point with the indisputable summer gathering spot for the community, Flo’s, opening …
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Seder tables include matzah from Ukraine

Each year, Chabad of Islip Township distributes hundreds of pounds of shmurah matzah to the local Jewish community. With Ukraine …
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Ribbon-cutting for Victorian tea-inspired restaurant

On Wednesday, April 4, the Bayport-Blue Point Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for newly opened restaurant, The Mad …
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Easter rundown

Check out some great dinner spots and family-friendly events for your Easter holiday this year. With many pandemic restrictions …
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School News

Connetquot Board of Education and 2022-2023 Budget results

Budget: Yes – 2585 No – 1102 Proposition 2: Bond Yes – 2325 No – 1299 Proposition 3: Capital Reserve Yes – 2406 No – 1214 Board …

Budget overviews: What are you voting for?

Bayport-Blue Point Of note is the inclusion of lighting and sound system expenses currently for the …
CONNETQUOT BOE RACE: Jaclyn Napolitano Furno (incumbent) v. Sarah Smith

The Suffolk County News asked the community in online forums to submit questions for the candidates and …
BBP BOE RACE: Sandi Kanne v. Jenna Kennedy

The Suffolk County News asked the community to submit questions for the Board of Education candidates …

BBP BOE RACE: Amy Hope v. Jess Pignataro

The Suffolk County News compiled questions from the community on online forums for the Board of …
BBP BOE RACE: Daniel Bertran v. Brian Johnson (incumbent)

The Suffolk County News asked the community in online forums to submit questions to the Board of …
BBP BOE RACE: Elizabeth Cavuto v. John Kroog (incumbent)

What do you find problematic or lacking in the current Board of Education’s performance in …

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Arts

Theater sets the bar high with ‘Hello, Dolly!’

Taking a stab at the sartorial, Sadie MacGinley of Bayport and Brielle Coppola of Three Villages started an impromptu fashion business on April 30 when they found an old tie-dye set from a yard …

VFW Hall hosts local artist’s prolific works

Sayville-based artist Susan Brown gifted her brother, Marshall, head of the Long Island Conservancy group, 140 paintings for Christmas last year. A burgeoning and prolific talent, Brown feels …

Federal grant program opens opportunities for Suffolk educators

High-school and middle-school educators from all over Suffolk County have a unique and rewarding opportunity to bring the arts—in all inventive forms—to their students to enhance and …

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Hometown Heroes

Op-Eds for women’s history month

Successful women support women By Eileen Tyznar,Greater Sayville Chamber of Commerce President, TEACH Consulting Services Inc., Sayville NY 631 244-7280 With life’s twists, turns, and …

Inspirational young women: Samantha Eisner

This week is Samantha Eisner of Sayville/Holbrook. Dedicated to serving her community at their greatest moments of need, Samantha Eisner, a 2015 graduate of Sayville High School, serves Sayville, …

Police dog dies suddenly

SCPD Canine Dies From Sudden Illness Dallas V served the residents of Suffolk for more than 5 years The Suffolk County Police Department is mourning the loss of active duty canine Dallas V, a …