In the wake of the chaotic Nov. 3 street takeover on Commack Road and westbound Sunrise Service Road in Islip, during which an officer was assaulted and dragged by a vehicle, Suffolk County police …
Islip Democrats failed to capture seats in state and federal races on Nov. 6 as the county’s Democrats spent the evening watching election returns at the IBEW Local 1049 in Holtsville. Cautious …
The Suffolk County Republican party victory celebration was held at Stereo Garden in Patchogue. The GOP had a number of big wins in local elections with many races won against non-campaigning …
Martinez seeking reelection in Senate District 4 Monica Martinez is running for reelection in Senate District 4, which includes parts of the Town of Islip. Martinez, who is running on the …
Several of our school districts are investing and implementing safety measures; keeping up to date with the latest available technologies. However, since the start of the new school year, the …
On Sept. 17, Islip Town supervisor Angie Carpenter and the members of the town board celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month and the members of the community whose presence in the town has made Islip a …
On a sunny Sept. 14, the Islip school community celebrated homecoming pride all day long, beginning with a joyful parade from the Oconee East Diner to Islip High School. Leading the parade were …
Islip residents for $500. This Islip resident fulfilled his lifelong dream of competing on the hit television quiz-show “Jeopardy!” and had an impressive three-day stint on the show …
Following a month of controversy, Islip superintendent Dr. Dennis O’Hara is stepping away from his role as the Islip board of education has appointed Dr. Kathleen O’Callaghan, the …
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 …
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 …
With September rapidly approaching, the first day of school will be here before we know it. As students look forward to seeing what this upcoming school year has in store, local superintendents …
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 …
Suffolk County Legis. Trish Bergin (R-10th District) and Legis. Robert Trotta (R-13th District) have introduced and sponsored legislation to provide further restrictions on administrative expenses of …
The Islip Arts Council proudly presents “Beyond the Surface,” a solo exhibition by celebrated painter Lisa Petker Mintz. Join the IAC for the opening reception at the IAC gallery on …
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 …
Across the Great South Bay from Wednesday, July 31 through Friday, Aug. 2, multi-colored sails cruised along the water before the Robert Moses Bridge as they participated in the Great South Bay Yacht …
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 Great South Bay Music Festival returns to Shorefront Park in Patchogue on July 18-21. It’s the 16th year for the popular event, which this year includes headliners Jim Messina, Yes …
Since 2018, the Islip School District has implemented the departmentalization model for the fifth-grade class. Fifth graders at Commack Road Elementary School and Sherwood Elementary School have …
