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Dr. John J. Labiak joins Stony Brook Medicine Physician Network in Smithtown
John J. Labiak, MD, and his practice have joined Stony Brook Medicine Community Medical Group, Stony Brook Medicine’s expanding network of community practices. “As a spine surgeon, I have had the privilege and pleasure of working at Stony Brook University Hospital for many years. I have witnessed tremendous growth and outstanding commitment to excellence during my tenure,” said Dr. Labiak. “I look forward to continued mutual growth and providing exceptional care as we embark on this new chapter as part of Stony Brook Medicine Community Medical Group.”
History Close At Hand: Mary Tunstall Smith — Lady of the Manor and trailblazer of early Long Island
She was baptized Martha Tunstall on July 2, 1652, daughter of Henry Tunstall of Putney, Surrey, England. She moved with her family to Tangier, Africa, where she married William Smith. From her marriage on Nov. 26, 1675, until her death in Setauket in 1709 at 57, Martha led a life dedicated to her husband, family, business interests and community. She gave birth to 13 children, buried seven, and journeyed from Tangier back to England, to Ireland for a birth, and finally to America. She raised her family in primitive conditions, assisted her husband in his business dealings, often during his long absences, and became respected as lady of the manor. Widowed at 52, Martha successfully managed her husband’s business interests, including offshore whaling, and became a well-regarded community leader.
Pfc. Garfield Langhorn’s Medal of Honor is on display at Riverhead Town Hall
There’s a special display on view at Riverhead Town Hall for the next month. The Medal of Honor posthumously awarded to Pfc. Garfield M. Langhorn in April 1970 will be exhibited in a glass case in the lobby outside the meeting room in Town Hall. Also on display are...
Ending epilepsy on the golf course, one swing at a time
Is there anything better than a day on the golf course?. Just ask Joey and Nina Meyer, whose day was not only filled with golf, family, friends and fun, but was one that supported the cause so near and dear to their hearts. In May of 2022, Nina Meyer was...
HS Football: Rutherford Wears Down Wood-Ridge, 28-7
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ - Rutherford defeated Wood-Ridge 28-7 off the back of four Chris Gioia touchdowns on Friday night in a NJIC crossover football game at Donna Ricker Memorial Field. Rutherford moves to 4-2 on the season, as the Blue Devils fell to 4-2-1. After the Wood-Ridge offense stalled out on their first two drives of the game, the defense came up with a big interception off a deep pass by Bulldogs quarterback Myles Balchan. Jaydin Punt made an over-the-shoulder catch to give the ball back to the Blue Devils on their own 12-yard line.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP...
National restaurant chain holds job fair for its first Long Island location
Ford’s Garage, a growing chain of automobile-themed casual restaurants, is hosting a hiring event to staff its first Long Island location at the Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove. The restaurant’s tw...
Volunteer Fair heads to Comsewogue Public Library Oct.15
Join Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station for its 9th annual Volunteer Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. Meet with representatives from various organizations including Atlantic Marine Conservation Society, Crime Victims Center, Guide Dog Foundation, Literacy Suffolk, Inc., Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference, Long Island Coalition for the Homeless, Long Island State Veterans Home, Mather Hospital’s Volunteer Department, New York Blood Center, Open Door Exchange, Parker Jewish Institute — Willing Hearts Helpful Hands, Response of Suffolk County, Inc., SAVE-A-PET, Sierra Club, Long Island Group, Sisters of St. Joseph of Brentwood and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 4927 to find out about local opportunities for a variety of ages.
Shoreham-Wading River field hockey resumes winning ways in tight Eastport game
The Shoreham-Wading River field hockey squad tore open their season with 10 consecutive wins but stumbled in a road game against Harborfields, losing to the Tornadoes 2-1, Sept. 30. The Wildcats wasted no time in clawing back to their winning ways with a home game against Eastport-South Manor (9-2) Monday...
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