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20 years of Oyster Bay’s sports summer camp
The Oyster Bay-East Norwich School district’s summer camp celebrated its 20th anniversary this year with a full schedule of activities, including fencing, lacrosse, volleyball, baseball, softball, tennis, basketball and others. The camp, which is sponsored by the district’s athletic department, and the Oyster bay Athletic Booster Club. teaches students...
Beloved magician Jim McClenahan dead as shocked fans pay tribute to their ‘favorite’ entertainer
A BELOVED children’s entertainer from New York has died after working as a magician for over 25 years. White Post Farms in Melville, New York, confirmed on social media that Jim McClenahan, the star of The Magic & Comedy of Jim McClenahan Show, has died. It is not immediately clear how the longtime magician died. […]
Blood Drives Scheduled in Huntington
Organizations have scheduled around Huntington in the coming days and weeks, including: On Sunday, St. Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church is sponsoring a drive from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., a one-year memorial for Jerry Nicholas Ballas. See the flyer for details on how to sign up. The Read More ...
Former Plainfield mayoral candidate indicted on eight counts of election fraud
PLAINFIELD – A former city mayoral candidate has been indicted on charges of submitting hundreds of fraudulent voter registration applications to Union County election officials and then attempting to cover up his actions. Dr. Henrilynn Ibezim, 70, was indicted on eight counts – the second-degree crimes of election fraud and trafficking in personal identifying information pertaining to another person; the third-degree crimes of criminal attempt to commit false registration or transfer, tampering with public records or information,...
Stevia Leaf Extract Benefits: Lyme Disease Natural Treatment Guide Released
The newly published piece responds to new research from the University of New Haven that suggests Stevia may offer a more efficient treatment than traditional antibiotics in neutralizing Lyme disease. Conventional medications, the article explains, do not always lead to a full recovery, leading researchers to test natural alternatives. More...
Vehicle goes up in flames
MAHOPAC – A late summer’s walk along the Putnam Bike Trail proved costly for a Mahopac family when their parked van caught fire and was destroyed. Friday’s incident occurred in the vicinity of Buckshollow Road in Mahopac. Calls to the Putnam 9-1-1 Center alerted Carmel Police and...
Drag race in Mahopac leads to arrest
MAHOPAC – Carmel Police Officer James Cook was at the right place at the right time when observing an alleged street race taking place in Mahopac. The time was 2 a.m. when the patrolman came upon the illegal activity at the intersection of Route 6 and Croton Falls Road.
Ukrainian Independence Day marked with ceremony for third year in West Haven
PHOTO — West Haven Mayor Dorinda Borer, holding sunflowers, stands with members of the Ukrainian American community, including advocacy Chair Ann Salemme of the Ukrainian National Women’s League of America Branch 108 of New Haven, third from left, and West Haven Fair Rent Commission Chairman Steven R. Mullins, fourth from left, in front of City Hall on Friday, Aug. 23, in observance of Ukrainian Independence Day. (City Photo/Michael P. Walsh)
Parents in Oxford react to delayed start of school
OXFORD, Connecticut — An unexpected extension to summer for students in Oxford is throwing a wrench in parents’ plans. Next Wednesday was supposed to mark the first day of school for students in Oxford, but due to unsafe road conditions and minimal bus routes that date has been postponed.
Photo Gallery: Community unites for successful Stony Brook Mill Creek cleanup event
Second cleanup planned for August 28. On August 22, the Ward Melville Heritage Organization (WMHO) organized a creek cleanup event in response to the recent storm that caused significant damage to Harbor Road and the Mill Pond in Stony Brook. The event brought together over 70 dedicated volunteers from Stony Brook and surrounding areas to address the aftermath of the storm, including the removal of debris and dead fish from Mill Creek.
Family makes renewed plea as Billy Smolinski missing person case marks 20 years
Saturday marks 20 years since Billy Smolinski went missing from his home on Holly Street in Waterbury. The date was Aug. 24, 2004. Decades later, some are still searching and they say areas of interest are some of the same areas impacted by recent flooding. It’s leading to a call...
Preferred Equine Online to offer 31 lots on Monday
Briarcliff Manor, NY — Preferred Equine Online (PEO) has 31 entries to be offered on Monday (August 26), starting at 3:00 p.m. Broodmares, Yearlings, and racehorses make up the roster with many recent winners being offered. The strong draft of 3-year-old trotters includes Hip 18 Dejerate Hanover, a winner...
Oxford church provides sanctuary during Sunday's damaging storm
Providing refuge during an uncertain time. A local church in Oxford was a place of shelter for people stranded during Sunday’s storm. The pastor said providing a safe place is what they’re there for. Sunday’s storm in Oxford was a treacherous time for drivers. That included Reverend Karen...
L.I. family says town is at fault after backyard collapsed during storms
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, N.Y. – Sunday's storm forced one Long Island family out of their home after their backyard collapsed. They believe the town is at fault and the whole disaster could have been prevented.Port Jefferson Station resident Steven Abrams said his entire backyard collapsed after Sunday's rain storm, but the erosion started back on July 13."Literal specks of dirt dripping down that hill, watching my property erode. And now it's all gone," Abrams said.Port Jefferson Station homeowner says he was told his property was fine before collapseThe married father of two said it all started with a breach of...
Girl Scout Troop 1343 gives time and talent to Paws of War
“I really like the feeling of helping people and making their lives better, like when we did the food drive for Paws of War.”. This assessment by Cecilia Schultz, part of Junior Girl Scout Troop 1343, encompasses the members’ ongoing experience of sustaining social works. Comprised of nine and ten year olds from Stony Brook and Setauket in the Three Village School District, Troop 1343 recently partnered with Nesconset-based animal rescue Paws of War that works with soldiers, veterans, and first responders.
CBRE and Marcus & Millichap facilitate $6.191m sale of Heritage Plaza - 26,403 s/f
New Fairfield, CT CBRE negotiated the $6.191 million sale of Heritage Plaza, a newly renovated, 26,403 s/f neighborhood shopping center located at 28 CT-39. Heritage Acquisitions LLC acquired the complex, which is fully leased with a strong tenant mix including a number of service-based tenants, from 28 Route 39, LLC.
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