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Under a bright blue-sky, cormorants, gulls, and other denizens of Union Avenue Dock were sidelined from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. by this year’s contingent of Keith Romaine Memorial Snapper Derby participants. Supervisor Panico, councilwoman Karen Dunne-Kesnig, and Suffolk County executive Ed Romaine were on hand to welcome the...

Cover credit – Suffolk County Sports Hall of Fame. Standing in the Hall of Fame for any achievement, sports, music, or otherwise is an amazing accomplishment. To be inducted into the hall of fame in your hometown?. Priceless. The Suffolk County Sports Hall of Fame (SCSHOF) is a non-profit...

News 12's Thema Ponton speaks exclusively with 14-year-old student hit while riding his bike about the safety changes he's now pushing for

At a recent Town Board Meeting, Brookhaven Councilwoman Jane Bonner introduced New York Special Olympics athlete Matt Schuster and Director of Development, Alexis Dawson who talked about the 14th annual New York Special Olympics Polar Plunge at Cedar Beach and encouraged people to participate and pledge a donation. Councilwoman Bonner...

Fun in the sun at Bridge Lane Wines. Credit: Alice Falcone Courtesy Photo. This weekend on the North Fork, go on a spooky graveyard tour, enjoy BBQ and sweet treats at a winery barbecue and more. EAT. Box Wine BBQ | Bridge Lane Wine Tasting Room, 35 Cox Neck Road,...

Family and Children’s Association (FCA), one of Long Island’s leading human services agencies, wrapped up National Recovery Month by cutting the ribbon today on its THRIVE East End Recovery Center in Riverhead. The event was attended by FCA management, THRIVE staff and volunteers, its not-for-profit partners in recovery services, THRIVE clients, families and friends, and state and local government officials.

2021: 67,668 or 190 per day (COVID) 2024: January-August 145,802 visitors or 600 per day (the highest number of patrons on a particular day was 1,033) A total of nine bids were submitted for the Center Moriches Free Public Library parking lot expansion project, which were opened on Sept. 5. The library has since awarded the bid in the amount of $538,500 to Gatz Sitework and Landscape Construction Inc.

The final report reviewing the capital projects fund was presented to the public by CPA firm, PKF O’Connor Davies of Hauppauge, at the Village of Port Jefferson Board of Trustees Sept. 25 meeting, ending a year of uncertainty over the financial condition of the fund. The most significant conclusion...

Look beyond the usual pumpkin patches and corn mazes this October. The North Fork’s local historical societies and museums are offering a variety of events that bring the area’s storied past to life with a spooky twist. From dramatic graveyard tours to lighthouse cruises, we’ve got the must-see historical — and hauntingly intriguing — experiences to explore on the North Fork this fall.

This past Tuesday, October 1, the 14th anniversary of the Shinnecock Nation becoming a federally recognized Native American tribe, the Town of Southampton hosted the inaugural Shinnecock Heritage Day in the Town Hall auditorium in Southampton Village. Shinnecock Tribal Council Chairwoman Lisa Goree called the event a “very important first step” as a townwide occasion to intentionally and publicly acknowledge the tribe, its culture and its vital place in the greater Southampton Town community. “It’s about acknowledging that the Shinnecock Nation exists, and that we are a very integral part of this community,” Goree said. “I think that’s very important.” Cailin Riley reports on 27east.com that Tuesday’s event included an educational panel discussion, a showcase of traditional song and dance, and traditional food tasting. It marked the first time the Town of Southampton held an official event recognizing the Shinnecock Nation’s sovereign status as a federally recognized tribe. Members of the Shinnecock Nation who helped plan and participated in the event looked at it as an opportunity. “We looked at this event as another opportunity to educate the public about our federal recognition and what that means, and who we are as a people, providing historical context,” Tribal Trustee Bianca Collins said. She added the tribal members often have to engage in the work of dispelling misconceptions about “who we are as a people,” and provide information about how the nation contributes to the Southampton community in modern times, and how it has contributed in the past. The Shinnecock Indian Nation is one of the oldest self-governing tribes in the State of New York and was formally recognized by the United States federal government as the 565th federally recognized tribe on October 1, 2010.

As the county with the largest Veterans population in the state, and second-largest in the country, Suffolk County regularly makes Veterans care, resources, and remembrance a priority. Suffolk is also home to such venerable community groups, one of which is based right in Nesconset. Paws of War was started by...

Observed four days before Halloween, National Black Cat Day is a celebration of our feline friends, whose reputation has often suffered from its purported connection to the unhallowed arts. Two of their strongest advocates, Lillian Lennon, director of RSVP, an animal rescue in East Moriches, and Dr. Diana Savino-Thoms, director...

William Floyd boys varsity soccer has had a valiant start to their 2024 fall season. In Suffolk County Division I, they have exercised an impressive autumn campaign thus far, with a 5-4-1 overall record and 2-0-1 league record. The Colonials are looking to amplify their recent success after they made...

Saturday, Oct. 5 is the date of our big, annual, free Halloween costume giveaway. It will be held again this year at the Brookhaven Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Open House from 4 to 8 p.m. at 10 Camp Upton Road, Shirley (behind Zwanger-Pesiri). It’s an indoor event, so it...

The Hamptons have long been synonymous with luxury, elegance, and relaxation. As one of the most exclusive vacation spots on the East Coast, it’s no surprise that residents and visitors alike expect the finest services, especially when it comes to wellness. One trend that has gained immense popularity is the rise of home spa services, allowing clients to enjoy top-tier spa treatments from the comfort and privacy of their homes. This article explores the subtopics related to home spa services in the Hamptons, covering everything from personalized treatments to wellness trends.

Greater Babylon coverage is funded in part by The Argyle Theatre, where Broadway comes to Babylon. Click here for tickets to ‘A Christmas Carol,’ Nov. 7 – Jan. 5. Fall fun is on the agenda this weekend in Babylon Village. The Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce is...

This home features a first-floor office, and much more. The primary bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom. Three additional guest bedrooms and a guest bathroom complete the second floor. Winter water views from the wrap around porch and living room. The community offers two additional private beaches, constable service, private parks, and a sports court.

Riverhead’s proposed plan to use real property transfer tax revenues for water mains to supply areas of town where drinking water quality is contaminated was criticized by the Long Island Farm Bureau and a member of the town’s Farmland Preservation Committee during a public hearing Tuesday at Town Hall.

Bobo sings. Blaze and Lucy dance. Together, they form a team of socializing therapy canines helping Camp Paquatuck residents learn proper human-to-animal etiquette. With their trainers/owners, these therapy dogs play a vital role in helping foster compassion and patience among the Paquatuck campers, who interact with them on a weekly basis throughout the summer.

All reports are taken directly from the University Police Department and cannot be independently verified by The Statesman. On Monday, Sept. 16, there was a report of a larceny of paper towels from the Student Activities Center dispensers in bathrooms. The case is still open. On Tuesday, Sept. 17, there...