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 …

The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet were the recipients of a 2024 Challenge Grant from the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation.   This Grant provides matching monies up to $10,000 to …

The Town of Islip gathered with the Chabad of Islip Township on Dec. 26 at 4:30 p.m. to light the second candle in celebration of Hanukkah. Town supervisor Angie Carpenter and members of the town …

With the new year underway, now is the time for a fresh start to make positive changes or break bad habits. As 2024 ends and 2025 begins, consider reflecting on your past year in the name of …

The Chabad of Islip Township gathered with residents at the Brightwaters Canal on Dec. 29 at 4 p.m. to celebrate the fifth night of Hanukkah. The fifth candle on the menorah was lit shortly after …

Volunteers are the backbone of many organizations, and ECLI-VIBES in Islandia is no exception. With 2024 ending, ECLI-VIBES has taken time to celebrate its incredible volunteers for their hard work …

In a home located in Islip, Antonio Donato has dedicated himself to the craftsmanship of making stringed instruments such as violins and violas. Violins hang from the ceiling in his shop, both …

Members of the Islip Terrace Fire Department answer the call every day to provide lifesaving service. On Saturday, Dec. 14, the firefighters took a break from their solemn responsibility to bring joy …

With special thanks to Lynda A Moran and Islip Arts Council, “A Gilbert & Sullivan Christmas Carol” played to a packed house of St. Mark’s parishioners as well as …

Before coming down our chimneys in the early hours of Dec. 25, Santa will be making his annual pit stop at Amvets Post 18 in East Islip on Dec. 21 for a delicious brunch. The Brunch with Santa …

After a week of cold weather, The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet held its annual Holiday House Tour on Dec. 8. From noon to 4 p.m., visitors took a look at historical houses that were decorated …

A heartfelt Christmas tradition, Santa Claus will be teaming up with local fire departments to ride through our neighborhoods in style—on the top of a firetruck— and say hello to all …

Local fire districts held their annual elections for the five-year term of commissioner at their fire headquarters on Tuesday, Dec. 10. The results are as follows: East Islip Among those running …

This past Saturday, during the Town of Islip’s annual Holiday Market, vendors, shoppers, and even Santa braved the cold. From noon to 6 p.m., tents were set up outside Islip Town Hall, …

In 2010, Suffolk County’s red-light camera program was authorized under New York State legislation, which allowed counties to install automated traffic enforcement systems. Through the …

A dozen dedicated Islip High School seniors recently signed national letters of intent confirming their commitment to participate in collegiate athletics next fall. School administrators and proud …