The Town of Islip Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs held its annual Sharpshooter Basketball competition recently, a tradition that brings together children in fourth and fifth …

When we think of Long Island cuisine, a bacon egg and cheese and Italian food comes to mind, not barbecue. By opening Dang BBQ in July of 2017, owner Anthony Mastrantonio was on a mission to change …

The Suffolk Homicide Squad investigated an apparent murder-suicide that took place on Feb. 20 in Islip. William Clifford, 73, and his wife, Eileen Clifford, 68, were found dead on their property. …

Gavin Connell of Islip bowled a 290 high game at The Suffolk County High School Tournament on Saturday Feb. 8. Also, in bowling news, the East Islip School District boys and girls bowling team made …

Innovative and Alternative Wastewater Treatment Systems are high efficiency replacements for outdated, conventional cesspools which are a major source of nitrogen pollution in Long Island’s …

While watching a televised game show, do you ever wonder how the winning contestants spend their cash award? After winning $25,000 on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?”, Josh …

Days after addressing her priorities for the state in her State of the State Address, Gov. Kathy Hochul released the 2025-2026 Executive Budget, which recommends a 4.75 percent increase in school …

\ The Town of Islip held its first official meeting of the year on Jan. 28 at 2 p.m. at the Islip Town Hall. The board held an organizational meeting on Jan. 6, however this was the first meeting …

One of the most memorable aspects of art, whether it’s painting, sketching, singing, dancing, or anything in between, is its ability to bring people together, and that certainly held true this …

This cold winter, the Islip Arts Council (IAC) warmly welcomes you to enjoy six musical afternoons at the Bayard Cutting Arboretum during the annual winter concert series. Workers once cared for …

Gov. Kathy Hochul delivered her annual State of the State Address on Jan. 14, with tax cuts, child care expansion, affordability, and safety among her top priorities heading into the new legislative …

On Wednesday, Jan. 15 at the federal courthouse in Central Islip, Women Sharing Art, a Bayport organization with 54 members from across Suffolk, opened their exhibit, “Therefore, I am!” …

Islip Animal Shelter and Adopt-a-Pet Center in Central Islip is home to many dogs and cats in need of a forever family. The shelter, located at 200 S. Technology Drive, is open Monday through …

Suffolk County executive Ed Romaine and Suffolk County officials recently congratulated 20 local students who completed the Suffolk County Fire Academy’s Junior Firefighter Program. The …

On Wednesday, Jan. 8, BFJ Planning held a community meeting on behalf of the Town of Islip at Town Hall West on the “TOI 360” comprehensive plan, which would set the tone and parameters …

The tri-annual Long Island Restaurant Week is returning this month for Long Island foodies to explore local cuisine at a delectable price. The Winter edition will take place from Sunday, Jan. 26 …

The CM Performing Arts Center in Oakdale will be hosting a free book signing event on Thursday, Jan. 30, at 7 p.m. with acclaimed award-winning Suffolk County News journalist Sam Desmond. …

On Dec. 4, the Historical Society of Islip Hamlet voted in its 2025 officers and board.  Pictured are 2024/2025 officers/board members.  For more information on the society, sign up for …