In recognition of World Drowning Prevention Day, South Shore University Hospital invited the community for an educational event to promote swimming safety and drowning prevention. A …

Earlier this month on June 15, Islip Town councilman Jorge Guadrón issued a press release addressing the town’s renewal of their ICE contract. The contract in question allowed the continued use of …

There is an upcoming public hearing on Aug. 11 for a data center moratorium held by the Islip Town Board. The board voted 4-1 in favor of the hearing on July 14, giving permission to the town clerk …

Suffolk County lawmakers last week unanimously voted to subject kratom products to greater regulations, but did not ban the substance outright like Nassau County did earlier this year. The …

A symphony will be making its way to the Islip area very soon. The West Islip Symphony Orchestra will be holding their Summer Concert Series starting in August, inviting the community to listen to …

The Fourth of July was not only a celebration of America, but a way for local Islip families to come together for a night of fun, barbecues, and fireworks.   We asked our readers to submit …

The West Islip High School Class of 2026 gathered on the football field for the 69th commencement exercises on June 26. Joined by family, friends, administrators, board of education members and …

As the region prepares for the summer’s first heat wave, Islip Town officials are monitoring weather conditions closely and taking steps to keep both its residents and its workforce safe. Town …

The New York State primary votes were held on June 23, where Assembly, Congressional, and State Senate nominees were voted upon by New York residents. The official nominees for the fall election have …

Islip Town’s contract with ICE for firearms training at the local firing range was renewed on Tuesday, June 16. The contract has come under consistent fire from the community, especially as …

Legis. Steven J. Flotteron and members of the Suffolk County Legislature recognized Laura Martin, RN, MBA, BSN, CPHQ as the 2026 Suffolk County Healthcare Hero for the 11th Legislative District, for …

A display dedicated to Pride Month has been erected by the Islip Arts Council and the Suffolk County Courts at the Cohalan Courthouse. Holding the reception on June 17, the display, titled …

The Argyle Theatre is proud to announce the cast and creative team for its highly anticipated summer production of “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,” the Tony® and Grammy® Award-winning …

East Islip High School seniors Grace Micali and Michael Tramaglini, West Islip High School seniors Ava Obloj and Conor Kenefick, Islip High School seniors Abigail Dieumegard and Jack Rao, and Bay …

West Islip Symphony Orchestra travelled through the history of America in their concert “America: A Story in Three Acts” to celebrate its 250th birthday. Attendees gathered Friday night on June …

Islip residents filled the streets at the 26th annual Islip Street Fair last Sunday, May 31. Local businesses and organizations set up shop along Main Street for attendees to enjoy. The Islip …

Legis. Steven J. Flotteron recognized Norma Mattera owner of Lion’s Den in West Islip as the 2026 Suffolk County Small Business Nominee for the 11th Legislative District, for her outstanding …

The West Islip Symphony Orchestra will be performing their spring concert on June 5 at the Beach Street Middle School in West Islip. Pulling from America’s history in celebration of America’s …

Bay Shore The Bay Shore School District’s 2026-27 budget passed with a vote of 528 to 152. The incumbent candidates Guy Leggio and Louis Bettinelli both were re-elected to the Board of …

Unions, MTA reach deal after three days By Connor Patton For over three days, five unions representing over 3,500 workers at the Long Island Rail Road went on strike for the first time in …