Hometown Heroes

The Town of Islip has completed a year-long research project to honor local Revolutionary War patriots by installing commemorative signs at their burial sites throughout the town. The initiative, …

Billy Richards has been running like his life depends on it; not just his own life, but the lives of fellow veterans. In a feat of superhuman strength and endurance, Richards completed 10 …

The Bay Shore Historical Society held its monthly meeting on June 18, a day in advance, in recognition of Juneteenth. This month’s guest speaker was Reynard Burns, who presented …

What started as a typical day at Cordello Elementary quickly took a turn for the worse when fifth-grade student Tyler White began choking. According to the Central Islip School District, White …

Legis. Steven J. Flotteron recently recognized   Jacob Zilberstein   on becoming the 116th Eagle Scout with Troop 205 at his Eagle Court of Honor at Timber Point Elementary School in East …

After the passing of East Islip resident Bea Huste-Petersen’s husband, her family took a trip to Fire Island to regroup and figure out how to move forward. Huste-Petersen’s two sons with …

On May 10, the Historical Society of Islip Hamlet installed three new historic markers in Islip Hamlet. One highlights the former home of New York City mayor Robert Wagner. Pictured with society …

The Bay Shore and Brightwaters communities showed their patriotism at the annual Memorial Day Parade held on May 26. The federal holiday recognizes those who have fought for our country and are no …

Driving down Main Street in East Islip, you will be greeted by 72 American flags and over 200 faces of local men and women who have dutifully served our country. The Hometown Hero banner …

Over 90 community members from across the South Shore gathered at the beautiful grounds of Chabad of Islip on Thursday, May 15, to celebrate Jewish unity and pride at the Lag B’Omer BBQ and …

The Central Islip Memorial Day Parade, led by Grand Marshal Kenneth McConnell, featured veterans, school bands, Central Islip Fire Department, and several local community groups and organizations. …

According to an AARP survey, 60 percent of veterans aged 45 and older are not aware of the benefits and resources available to them. This past Saturday at Brookwood Hall in East Islip, …

Legis. Steven J. Flotteron recognized Steven D. Gellar of West Islip at the second Jewish American Heritage Day celebration in Hauppauge as Suffolk County Jewish-American nominee for …

With Memorial Day around the corner, it is important to remember those who have fought for our country and are no longer with us. This year, Memorial Day is on May 26, and here are some events to …

Save the Great South Bay held its annual Oyster Shindig on May 2 at Coastal Kitchen on Main Street in Bay Shore. Those in attendance got to support a local nonprofit while enjoying fresh local …

On Saturday, April 26, members of the Bay Shore community gathered at Captain Bill’s to celebrate a major milestone: the 100th anniversary of the Bay Shore Fire Department Engine Company No. 1. …

If you’re looking for an evening out while supporting a cause, Save the Great South Bay is hosting its annual Oyster Shindig on May 2. Coastal Kitchen, located on Bay Shore’s Main Street, …

Early Saturday morning, Keep Islip Clean volunteers arrived at the intersection of Brook Street and Milton Street in Islip. Despite the rain, there was no shortage of enthusiasm. The event was part …

The Islip United Methodist Church held its bi-annual yard sale on its rain date, April 27, after a wet Saturday the day before. Those who stopped by 350 Main Street in Islip got to shop and make an …

Bay Shore construction company owner Jim Nazzaro is building and donating a new dorm wing at the Canine Companions headquarters in Medford. Construction on the $3.5 million project has already begun. …

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