There really is no place like home for the holidays—and the residents and staff of Life’s WORC Islip Terrace House agree. This Thanksgiving, residents and staff at this group home came …
With such a variety of holiday events and activities to look forward to in the Town of Islip, it is easy to get into the holiday spirit. The Islip Bulletin has put together a list of holiday events …
On Veterans Day, Amvets Post 18 held a ceremony for those who served honorably in the United States military. At the end of the ceremony, Wolf Scouts Troop 205 was taught how to properly fold the …
The Islip Arts Council will be hosting a Veteran’s Wellness Exhibition sponsored by AARP. This exhibition will focus on bringing awareness to PTSD and other mental health issues associated with …
Civil War veteran, Pvt. Frederick “Frank” Wright Jr., has been reposed in an unmarked grave at Oakwood Cemetery in Bay Shore for the past 134 years. Last weekend, only a week before …
Thanksgiving is a holiday for families to celebrate the blessings received throughout the past year by expressing gratitude to one another and enjoying a bountiful feast. Yet, families suffering from …
Every year around this time, Brookhaven National Lab hosts the New York Wildfire and Incident Management Academy (NYWIMA). This year, the academy took place from Oct. 20 to Oct. 27. Over 260 people …
Veterans Day, Nov. 11, serves as a commemoration to honor the patriotism, love of our nation, and sacrifices veterans have made for our country. The day of honor calls on all Americans to thank those …
Suffolk County Legis. Steven J. Flotteron and James Britz from the Long Island Housing Partnership (LIHP) have announced that an existing program that provides grant money to employees of businesses …
Legis. Steven J. Flotteron recognized Amvets Post 76 outgoing commander William DeNatalie at the 46th annual Installation of Officers and Awards Dinner, held at Captain Bill’s restaurant, for …
The Town of Islip Law Enforcement Academy graduated its sixth class of cadets this week. The robust 14-week-long academy is led by New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services …
This September, the Village of Brightwaters hosted its 20th flag ceremony. Last weekend, many volunteers came together to help honor the memory of those who passed on Sept. 11, with 3,000 mini flags …
This Sept. 11, the Town of Islip hosted its annual 9/11 memorial ceremony to honor the memories of those who lost their lives in the 9/11 terrorist attack. Town supervisor Angie Carpenter and other …
Military service members are praised and honored for their tremendous bravery and the difficult sacrifices they make to serve our nation. Yet, upon returning home, these same veterans are often not …
This year is the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, and as such, many towns and organizations are holding ceremonies and events to honor the lives lost. Below is a list of some local …
Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter paid a visit to Joseph Vitale on the occasion of his 99th birthday recently. Vitale is a true American hero, whose honor, courage, and devotion to duty would …
On Oct. 12, 2020, a stolen car hit the Sgt. Craig B. Gariepy Memorial in Islip Terrace. The East Islip Chamber of Commerce and some volunteers used their time and efforts to transform this area into …
Islip Town supervisor, Angie Carpenter and members of the town board were proud to recognize a group of Town of Islip Ocean Lifeguards who facilitated in the rescue of three beachgoers while on duty …
Assistant Bishop of Long Island R. William Franklin will join Mother Doyle Dietz Allen on Sunday, Sept. 10, at the 10 a.m. service, to commemorate the 9/11 tragedy. Franklin is also co-author of …
“Under the current retirement plan, we have someone retiring this year who volunteered for 50 years and will only get an $11,000 one-time payout, before taxes. With the retirement plan …
