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Shelton Jewish Festival Scheduled For July 21
The Shelton Jewish Festival is set to return this summer. The festival aims to honor Jewish traditions, showcasing music, customs, and cuisine enjoyed by Jewish people. The festival will take place this Sunday, July 21, from 1 – 3 p.m., at the Huntington Green in Shelton. James Kessler from...
$8.8M In Repairs Readied For Floyd Little
A new indoor track, roof, locker rooms, and scoreboard are all one step closer to coming to the Floyd Little Athletic Center — as alders endorsed accepting nearly $8.8 million in state funds to make those planned improvements a reality. Alders voted unanimously in support of that state-money-receipt plan...
North Haven Police Department Reports Downward Trend in General Crime
The North Haven Police Department has reported an overall downward trend in crime in town after comparing the figures from the first half of 2024 to the first half of 2023. “There's been a lot more proactivity as far as traffic stops and suspicious activity stops,” Chief Kevin Glenn informed The Courier.
Downtown Sidewalk Sale is Underway
Rye’s annual sidewalk sale is underway on downtown Purchase Street. Run by the local Chamber of Commerce, the sale runs 10:00am – 4:00pm on Thursday, July 18th, Friday, July 19th and Saturday, July 20th, 2024. According to Rye Chamber of Commerce President Brian Jackson, some merchants use the...
Setauket embraces its Native American history with Corn Festival Powwow
The Setalcott Nation held its annual Corn Festival Powwow on the grounds of the Setauket Elementary School on July 13 and 14. After a rainy start Saturday morning, the two-day event included storytelling as well as performances from indigenous dancers and drummers. In addition, eventgoers heard speeches from Setalcott Nation chairwoman Helen Sells and tribal members Chiitra Wells and Monique Fitzgerald.
Two East Northport Men Indicted for Distributing Cocaine Out of Their Home
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney today announced that Sean P. Kilkelly, 29, and Paul Poschmann, 44, both of East Northport, were indicted for Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the First Degree and other related charges, for allegedly selling cocaine out of their East Northport residence. “The...
The Silly Sorcery Showcase heads to Theatre Three July 21
Join Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson for The Silly Sorcery Showcase, a magical event for the whole family, on July 21 at 2 p.m. Hosted by Mike Maione aka The Silly Magician, the fun-filled afternoon will feature performances by juggler Keith Leaf and celebrated magician Magic Al. Meet...
Wanted for Commack Petit Larceny
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Fourth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the woman who allegedly stole merchandise from a Commack store in June. A woman allegedly stole approximately $720 worth of Pokémon cards from Target, located at 98...
Intercard Installs Galore: Venues Big and Small Upgrade
Intercard recently touted two installs that show the wide range of facilities they work with, including at the 280-acre Playland amusement park in Rye, N.Y., and the 8,000-sq.-ft. indoor Jungle Jam in Albuquerque, N.M. “While the two centers differ dramatically in size and scope, both operators found Intercard’s versatile cashless...
Juvenile hit by vehicle near Connecticut, Massachusetts line: Suffield police
SUFFIELD, Conn. — A young person is recovering after they were hit by a vehicle Wednesday night, police said. Suffield police got several 911 calls reporting the crash around 9:15 p.m. The crash happened on Mapleton Avenue (Route 159), just south of the border with Massachusetts and Six Flags New England Amusement Park.
Tow Truck Operator Seriously Injured in Huntington Station Crash
Suffolk County Police Second Squad detectives are investigating a motor vehicle crash that seriously injured a tow truck operator in Huntington Station this afternoon. Leonel Guillen Avila was driving a 2009 Honda Civic southbound on 9th Ave. when his vehicle struck a tow truck operator who was hooking up a disabled vehicle to a tow truck, owned by Auto Houndz, which was parked on the shoulder in front of 65 9th Ave., at 3:34 p.m.
Townwide Fund of Huntington Golf for Good at Westhampton Country Club
Golfers and wine aficionados and friends of the Townwide Fund of Huntington will enjoy everything the East End has to offer during the Townwide Fund’s East End Outing set for September 19 at the prestigious Westhampton Country Club. The September 19 event will offer vineyard excursions, dinner on Thursday...
Bayonne City Council OKs 182-unit project with rec center, no affordable housing
The Bayonne City Council approved the second reading of an ordinance for a new development on West 25th Street with 182 units, none of which are affordable housing, and a recreation center at last night’s meeting. “How many affordable housing units are in it?” former Council President Sharon Ashe-Nadrowski...
McNulty named to Purchase College Dean’s List
Mary Kate McNulty of Stoughton has been named to Purchase College's Dean's List for the Spring 2024 semester. McNulty is studying Dance. To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 for Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science programs and 3.75 for Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Music Performance programs. They must take a minimum of 12 credits.
4 family friendly events fill Saturday calendar
The Peekskill Community Tennis Association, a newly formed local group, is hosting a free Community Tennis Day on Saturday July 20th from 10am – noon at the Depew Park tennis courts. Attendees from beginners to experts and everyone in between are invited to show up and join by bringing a racket, lots of water, and maybe even a chair to sit and relax when not on the court. Attendees will be able to practice tennis skills with a local tennis pro or take part in a friendly doubles round-robin. If you don’t know how to play, but have always been curious, show up and let the Peekskill Community Tennis Association teach about the ins and outs of the sport. If you don’t have a racket, no problem. The USTA has a few rackets that participants can borrow at the event. So even if you do not have one, you can join in the fun.
Ex-Solomon COS Bustamante joins Kim campaign as statewide political director
Laura Bustamante, a former chief of staff to Jersey City Ward E Councilman James Solomon, has joined the campaign of Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Andy Kim, the congressman in New Jersey’s 3rd District. “I am excited to welcome Laura to our team to help restore integrity and trust to...
Brick Recreation Director Charged With Stealing Permit Fees From Township
Brick Township Recreation Director Dan Santaniello has been arrested and charged with stealing permit fees paid by taxpayers to the township, authorities and officials confirmed Thursday morning. Santaniello, 46, a well-known and well-liked figure at town hall who has led the Recreation Department since 2015, was charged with theft and...
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