The faces and names of over 100 victims of the opioid epidemic were memorialized on Dec. 29 in a beautiful tribute from The Purple Rock Project. A group of bereaved Long Island parents placed …
One year ago this week, I graduated from New York University without a clue whether I’d find a job or if I’d ever be able to work in my dream role as a reporter. A few months later, in May …
As we ring in 2026, The Suffolk County News reached out to local community figures to ask them about their resolutions for the new year. Here’s what they have to say heading into the new year. …
Sayville Fire Department Candidate Gene Giacoia won a five-year commissioner term after receiving 82 votes. West Sayville Fire Department Incumbent commissioner Kevin Candido won a …
On the Saturday before Thanksgiving, Emily Finn, of West Sayville, and a friend noticed an “Adopt a family tree” at a mall near her college, SUNY Oneonta. She saw one girl’s wish …
The Community Ambulance Company, Suffolk Credit Union, and the LT Michael P. Murphy Museum gave thanks to those who’ve served the country by providing free Thanksgiving meals to hundreds of …
The Town of Islip held its monthly meeting on Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. in the Islip Town Hall on Main Street. Members of the town board and supervisor Angie Carpenter recognized the start of the holiday …
The oyster sloop serving as a “goodwill ambassador” at the Long Island Maritime Museum recently received new coats of paint—one during its year-long restoration, and over 100 more …
With the spectacle of recent local elections still fresh in mind, Islip Town native Garrett Petersen is eyeing a higher office—the U.S. House of Representatives. Motivated by a desire to …
While its beaches are summer getaways close to home for Long Islanders today, during the 19th century, the barren dunes and pine forests of Fire Island were witnesses to disasters as ships wrecked en …
Islip Town supervisor Angie Carpenter has announced the preliminary budget for the upcoming fiscal year, reflecting a balance between maintaining essential services, supporting employees, and …
Crowds of parishioners, neighbors, and curious passersby filled the Parish Hall at St. Ann’s Episcopal Church in Sayville on Nov. 8 for the church’s annual Christmas Fair. Tables …
Incumbent candidates for local elections held their seats across all town and county races over Suffolk County’s South Shore on Election Day. Republican candidates for Islip and Brookhaven …
Around 30 emergency service agencies conducted a mass casualty incident drill at the Sayville Ferry Terminal on Saturday, Nov. 1, simulating crisis scenarios including overboard passengers and …
It’s a chilly November Sunday morning at the American Legion Post 651 in Sayville, and veterans and their families share stories over pancakes and coffee, a monthly breakfast that sees fewer …
As twilight began to dim on Friday, Oct. 24, people parading in pirate costumes and waving Jolly Roger flags approached the former Fire Island Ferry boat, the Monitor II , with kindling material in …
Candidates for the Suffolk County Legislature’s Eighth District spoke with residents during a Meet the Candidates Night hosted by the Lake Ronkonkoma Civic Association and Chamber of Commerce …
Beginning in October, as part of our yearly election coverage, we provided our readers with comprehensive bios, platforms, and photos of our local candidates. This Oct. 30 edition includes shorter …
A senior 55-plus women’s USTA League tennis team representing Eastern Athletic Club in Blue Point has made history this season by advancing to the USTA League National Adult 55 & Over …
The Connetquot school community came together on Oct. 17 to celebrate an unforgettable homecoming. The festivities began with the annual homecoming parade, which brought excitement and energy to …
