Incumbent U.S. Rep Andrew Garbarino is facing a challenge from former Suffolk County executive and Democrat Pat Halpin in this November’s election. The second congressional district covers South …
The Connetquot School District and Board of Education paid their former superintendent $70,000 for his early resignation this summer, according to a publicly released document. The district and …
Two candidates are running for N.Y. State Assembly District Seven, which is open as incumbent Jarett Gandolfo seeks a State Senate seat. Republican and Conservative Party candidate DawnMarie Kuhn is …
The Bohemia Historical Society hosted its annual Community Yard Sale last weekend, bringing together local and regional vendors with curious shoppers. Vintage houseware, clothing, and antiques, …
Oakdale’s green spaces are cleaner thanks to the help of a few dozen volunteers from across the island during a community cleanup last weekend. Save The Great South Bay, in partnership …
The Connetquot Board of Education appointed a new interim superintendent to head the district, making them the third district leader in two months. On Sept. 18, the Connetquot Board of Education …
From Revolutionary War figures, to murder victims and culprits, there are plenty of fascinating stories behind the graves at Oakwood Cemetery in Islip. The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet …
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 …
