The USBC offers many scholarships for youth bowlers across the country and this year, Gavin Connell from Islip is the recipient of the USBC Youth Ambassador of the Year. Gavin is the president …
East Islip held its 61st annual John P. Reilly Saint Patrick’s Day Parade on March 1. Islip locals gathered to watch the parade along Main Street. The grand marshal for the parade was Islip local …
Long Island was just hit by a blizzard this past Sunday, Feb. 22., the likes of which haven’t seen in a long time. Snowfall began on Sunday night and continued into the next morning, accompanied by …
Heckscher State Park held their “Spy Through Parks” event on Feb 18, an educational program focusing on Long Island’s history. Families were encouraged to look for “secret messages” encoded …
Forced to win four of its last five Suffolk League III games just to qualify for the Class AA girls basketball playoffs proved beneficial for youthful East Islip when it faced a double-digit deficit …
The rich history of several species of trees was revealed last Saturday, Jan 31, during the Bayard Cutting Arboretum’s “Secret Stories of Trees” presentation. Director of the Arboretum, Kevin …
The 2026-27 estimated aids for Suffolk County have been released, and with it are several increases to district budgets. They will be compared to the current 2025-2026 budget as to see the increase …
Islip won’t be entering its eighth consecutive appearance in the Suffolk girls basketball playoffs with each of the five starters it returned from last season, but head coach Collin Smith believes …
Find a way to get to 8-8 in Suffolk League III is the goal for a youthful East Islip girls basketball squad, which clings to playoff hopes following a difficult week featuring battles against each of …
Islip returned all five starters from a team that won 13 games and finished runner-up to Mount Sinai for the Suffolk Class A girls basketball title. The Buccaneers embarked on a new challenge …
After the recent installation of an Americans with Disabilities Act all-inclusive playground at Gardiner Park in Bay Shore back in August, there is more coming to the park. Suffolk County Legis. …
In his 29th season as East Islip boys basketball head coach, Rob Schwender is embracing the challenge of bringing an inexperienced group up to speed and make a playoff run in Suffolk League III. …
A prestigious U.K.-based boarding school recently completed its first term on the grounds of the Bourne Mansion, at the former site of the LaSalle Military Academy and St. John’s University Oakdale …
East Islip High School held a pride-filled ribbon-cutting ceremony on Dec. 19 for the school’s remarkable brand-new courtroom, a dedicated space for the mock trial team as well as the trial and …
Islip High School took a meaningful step back in time while celebrating excellence on the mat, honoring legendary wrestling coach Joe Patrovich and the school’s 2006 New York State Championship …
Nine outstanding senior athletes from East Islip High School signed national letters of intent to compete in Division I and Division II collegiate athletics during a ceremony held Dec. 16 in the …
The Islip School District filled its school buildings with music, joy, and holiday spirit during its annual holiday caroling trip. This cherished tradition brings students together across grade …
Santa Claus made an early visit from the North Pole to families at the Fire Island Lighthouse on Dec. 13, flying overhead before climbing down the 17-story tower to bring holiday cheer to crowds of …
The menorah lights shone extra bright on the final night of Hanukkah at the “Chanukah on Main Street” celebration featuring a giant ice menorah in Brightwaters last Friday, Dec. 21. The Islip …
Looking for winter family fun during the holiday break? Look no further than your backyard at the Sayville Falls Light Show and Winter Garden, with festive light displays on display through Jan. 11, …
