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 …
There’s only a month until Election Day and your hometown newspapers will be publishing profiles on local races throughout October. Here’s what’s on the ballot across the South Shore of Suffolk …
On Friday, Sept. 18, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., at 1563 Montauk Highway in Bellport, Suffolk County Legis. Dominick Thorne and pastor of Cornerstone Christian Cultural Center Church of god in Christ, …
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 …
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 …
Repairs to the Smith Point Bridge are currently underway in an effort to re-open the existing structure to two-way traffic ahead of the season. Construction on the new bridge will begin this summer. …
A year after securing 10 victories and qualifying for the Suffolk Class A playoffs, William Floyd girls lacrosse got in the win column for the first time in 2026 with a 10-6 triumph over visiting …
The Citizens Campaign for the Environment (CCE) hosted a webinar last Thursday, March 5, to discuss the impacts of toxic PFAS chemicals in New York, where scholars discussed their findings regarding …
Optimum Business, the leading provider of fiber internet, mobile, and TV services, and the LIA Foundation, the 501(c)3 philanthropic arm of the Long Island Association (LIA), recently announced the …
The No. 1 William Floyd Colonials boys varsity basketball team, led by head coach Will Slinkosky, has advanced to the Class AAA Suffolk County Championship game with a 73-66 victory over Walt Whitman …
The Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library welcomed families from across the district on Feb. 28 for its All Abilities Awareness Fair at the main library in Shirley. The afternoon featured …
The Brookhaven Town Division of Women’s Services is seeking nominations for outstanding women from Brookhaven. Community groups, businesses and individuals are being asked to nominate women they …
The holiday shopping event began back in 2010 as a campaign for American Express. Small Business Saturday is now an important day for local retailers that reminds holiday shoppers to shop small and …
Last Friday night’s Suffolk Division I football championship game lived up to all the hype. In a battle of contrasting styles and two of the most talented teams in the county, No. 2 Ward …
Note: Late Monday, Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine said in a Facebook post that the weight limit on the Smith Point Bridge has been restored to 15 tons although “with a one way traffic …
As more Long Island families seek aid, the Lighthouse Mission, based in Bellport, is preparing for an increased need for food, clothing, and toy donations during the Thanksgiving and Christmas …
