On the morning of Sunday, Sept. 8, Brightwaters residents gathered at the head of the canal at Ackerson Plaza to honor the memory of those who lost their lives on Sept. 11. The interactive flag …
When considering addiction, many people tend to think “not in my town,” “not in my friend group,” or “not in my family,” yet substance-abuse disorder is a disease …
A local family in need will soon move into a safe and affordable home right here on Long Island this fall. Marking a significant milestone in this state-of-the-art project, Long Island-based …
The parking lot of Pickleball Express in Islip, located at 181 Freeman Avenue, was taken over by the Suffolk County Police Department’s Back-to-School Supply Giveaway on the morning of …
Babies born prematurely can be hospitalized for weeks or even months, making it difficult for parents and family to always be by their sides. To make parents ＊ time away from their newborns a …
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Islip has sat on Montauk Highway, just across from the start of Route 111, since the 1800s, and has long been a fixture in the community. The church’s …
On Aug. 24 at Iglesia La Luz Del Mund o in North Bay Shore, the District 1 Youth Advisory Board hosted its largest Youth Day Celebration to date, donating over 1,300 backpacks filled with school …
Momentum at South Bay for Rehabilitation and Nursing partnered with the East Islip School District to provide backpacks filled with school supplies for families in the community to set the kids up …
Veteran firefighter Eugene J. Perry, 66, of Patchogue, was recently elected president of the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY) at its 152nd convention held in Niagara Falls, …
A law enforcement academy graduation was held at Islip Town Hall on Tuesday, Aug. 20, jointly by Town of Islip supervisor Angie Carpenter and Town of Babylon supervisor Rich Schaeffer. Two …
Amvets Post 76 in Bay Shore held their eighth annual fishing trip fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 10. A group of 60 took off on the Bay Princess at Captree State Park for a day of sunshine, catching …
Islip Town supervisor Angie Carpenter and the Islip Town Board honored chief lifeguard Daniel Gschwind and lifeguards Caden Teirney and Teague Nolan at the Aug. 13 Town Board Meeting for rescuing …
The distinguished educator and administrator, Dr. Clyde Irving Payne, died on Aug. 7 at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and profound impact on countless students. A …
On Saturday, Aug. 10, the Sayville Fire Department hosted the Town of Islip Fire Department parade, where all 16 departments marched. Following the parade, community members were invited to the …
On Saturday, Sept. 7, a group of bikers will gather at Bayside Clam Bar & Grill at the East Islip Marina and take off on an inspiring 86-mile bike ride from East Islip to Montauk. Since …
The SCPD invites residents to join them for a night of family-friendly fun on Tuesday, Aug. 6, while taking a stand against crime in our communities during National Night Out! Events at each of …
On Sunday, July 21, Suffolk County Police acting commissioner Robert Waring paid a visit to the home of longtime activist Mary Reid for a meet and greet with members from the local community. …
Mario Fiore first heard about Empire State Ride a few years ago when he read a news article about a different cyclist completing it. “When I retired, I read an article about a gentleman …
Remembering a cheerful soul It is likely that every person in the East Islip and Islip Terrace community was touched by Heather McNamara in some way. The 22-year-old EMT for The Exchange …
The annual Run to The Pump 5K Run, Walk and Hangout in Brightwaters returned on Saturday, July 20. Proceeds raised from the event benefit the members of the Bay Shore Engine Company No. 1. The …
