A nor’easter struck the region last weekend, bringing high rainfall, wind gusts, and flooding. From Friday, Sept. 25, through Sunday, Sept. 27, inches of rain poured down on communities and wind …
“Not permitted, totally not allowed, banned. And just in case anyone doesn’t get the idea, we, too, are passionate and we, too, care about the residents of this town. And that’s precisely why …
Homecoming season is upon us. Here are when local school districts are hosting their homecoming events: Bayport-Blue Point The Bayport-Blue Point School District is celebrating homecoming …
In 1960s Czechoslovakia, a young teacher named Vera Truhlar saw a map of Long Island, and pointed toward the center. Gesturing to her colleague, Truhlar remarked, “Look, there is a town called …
Suspected Sayville murderer shot dead by police The suspected murderer of a Sayville woman who was found dead inside her home two weeks ago has been shot dead by police in Massachusetts, …
Outside fire departments, schools, town halls, and parks across Long Island, communities gathered to honor those who died as a result of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 …
Students across Suffolk County went back to school last week, starting their first chapters of the 2026-27 school year. The Connetquot, Sayville, and Bayport-Blue Point school districts all …
A federal appeals court ruled last week that three Connetquot High School teachers were not denied free speech and equal protection under federal laws when the school district required LGBTQ+ Pride …
“It’s not a dream; there is no waking up from this. It’s not a bad movie, and it may not ever really be over,” read a Suffolk County News editorial on Sept. 13, 2001. This week marks the …
Preparing for back to school can be made easier and less stressful. School-age children generally need nine to 12 hours of sleep per 24 hours, while teenagers need eight to 10 hours. NYU Langone …
Connetquot School District’s superintendent recently resigned amid growing tension between the school board and administrators, according to sources close to district personnel. The Connetquot …
From its wooded areas to its beautiful seashores, it’s safe to say nature on Long Island is wonderfully diverse — and worth protecting. From Memorial Day to Labor Day this year, organizations …
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 …
The Connetquot Board of Education recently voted to approve hiring an outside company to conduct a forensic audit of the district’s finances. During a special meeting on July 9, the school …
Suffolk County lawmakers last week unanimously voted to subject kratom products to greater regulations, but did not ban the substance outright like Nassau County did earlier this year. The …
There is an upcoming public hearing on Aug. 11 for a data center moratorium held by the Islip Town Board. The board voted 4-1 in favor of the hearing on July 14, giving permission to the town clerk …
As the region prepares for the summer’s first heat wave, Islip Town officials are monitoring weather conditions closely and taking steps to keep both its residents and its workforce safe. Town …
For many, the Fourth of July is a day to wear red, white, and blue, while hosting a barbecue that may or may not include potentially illegal pyrotechnics. As America’s 250th birthday looms this …
The Connetquot High School Class of 2026 celebrated the culmination of its high school journey on June 25 during the district’s annual commencement ceremony. Dressed in red and white caps and …
Voters across Long Island headed to the polls on Tuesday, May 19, to decide on school budgets and candidates for boards of education. Read the following local school election results below: …
