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Whole Foods Market opens in Huntington Station
Whole Foods Market opened its new 43,916-square-foot store, located at 350 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station in the Huntington Shopping Center, on July 17. The 7th location on Long Island, the store’s product assortment features more than 2,000 local items from the Northeast. “We are thrilled to open this...
Suffolk D.A.: Three Farmingdale men indicted for kidnapping and murdering Amityville man
Gustavo Hernandez and His Nephews, Walter Ramirez Jeronimo and Wilson Ramirez Jeronimo, Allegedly Kidnapped the Victim in Broad Daylight Before Killing Him. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced on Aug. 2 that Gustavo Hernandez, 38, Walter Ramirez Jeronimo, 19, and Wilson Ramirez Jeronimo, 18, each from Farmingdale, were indicted for Murder in the Second Degree, Kidnapping in the First Degree, and Attempted Kidnapping in the Second Degree, for their alleged participation in the abduction and murder of Juan Carlos Diaz Jeronimo, 48, of Amityville.
Blood drive heads to St. James R.C. Church in Setauket Aug. 8
St. James R.C. Church, 429 Route 25A, Setauket will host a New York Blood Center blood drive in memory of Joseph “JoJo” LaRosa on Thursday, Aug. 8 from 1:45 to 7:45 p.m. Appointments are strongly preferred by calling 1-800-933-2566 or by visiting www.nybc.org. Questions? Call Jennifer at 516-310-2382.
Celebrating the life of JoJo LaRosa
The Joseph “JoJo” LaRosa Foundation held its second annual golf outing at St. George’s Golf and Country Club in Setauket Monday, July 29. The event honored Joseph “JoJo” LaRosa, who passed away in August 2021 after a three and a half year battle with desmoplastic small-round-cell tumor/sarcoma.
Living Lightly: Grass clippings
A Column Promoting a More Earth-Friendly Lifestyle. As mentioned in the May 2023 “Living Lightly” column, leaving grass clippings on your lawn is a great way to help a lawn and save you work and a little bit of money. Research has demonstrated that grass clippings are high in nitrogen — an essential element your lawn needs — and by leaving clippings you’ve accounted for about 25% of your lawn’s annual nitrogen needs, meaning you can buy and apply less fertilizer.
Peach picking on the North Shore
Biting into a ripe, juicy peach is a sure sign of summer here on Long Island and picking your own tree ripened peach just adds to the fun. How can you tell when peaches are ripe? Trust your senses. Gently touch the peach: If the peach is firm, it is...
Suffolk County Police announces road closures for Smith Point Triathlon
The Suffolk County Police Department is advising of road closures and restricted beach access in. Shirley on August 4 due to the Smith Point Triathlon. Both directions of William Floyd Parkway between Robinwood Drive and Smith Point County Park will be closed between 6 a.m. and 11 a.m. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area.
Young residents face difficulty in real estate market
In recent years, Long Island has consistently dropped in population and seen an increase in age of senior residents as younger people move to other states. According to a Feb. 29 Newsday report, between 2017 and 2022 the population of Long Island decreased by more than 110,000 residents. This is largely due to the high cost of living here. In a 2019 report from the Economic Policy Institute, a family of two adults and two children in the Nassau/Suffolk metro area would need to earn a combined $139,545 per year to live “comfortably.”
Three Village farmers market thrives with support of local businesses
The Three Village Farmers & Artisans Market, located at 93 North Country Road in East Setauket, had an impressive turnout Friday, July 26. Visiting the market is a cornerstone for many Setauket, Stony Brook and Old Field residents. Each vendor was chosen to be at the weekly mart because of...
SBU researchers increase equitable access to LI Sound waterfront by providing free shuttle service
Stony Brook University researchers are conducting a pilot program aimed at facilitating equitable public access to the Long Island Sound waterfront. Professor Anil Yazici, Undergraduate Director, Department of Civil Engineering; and Professor Elizabeth Hewitt, Department of Technology and Society, received a grant from the nonprofit New York Sea Grant (NYSG) program, which is being used to provide participants no-cost, round trip shuttle service between their selected pick-up location and West Meadow Beach.
BNL Battery scientist honored by DOE’s Vehicle Technologies Office
Longer lasting batteries would allow electric vehicles (EVs) to drive farther and perhaps inspire more people to make the switch from fossil fuels. One key to better EV batteries is understanding the intricate details of how they work — and stop working. Xiao-Qing Yang, a physicist who leads the...
John Monteleone Art of the Guitar Festival returns to The Jazz Loft
The John Monteleone, “Art of the Guitar” Festival, named for renowned guitar craftsman John Monteleone, will feature demonstrations, exhibits, workshops and performances at the Jazz Loft, located at 275 Christian Avenue in Stony Brook. The festival, which kicked off Aug. 1 with an opening reception, will continue on Aug. 2 and 3. Performances will include Laurence Juber, The Anthony Wilson Organ Trio, Frank Vignola & Pasquale Grasso, and Martin Taylor &Allison Burns.
Raising Olympians: Daughters of Gurwin Healthcare System staff compete in Paris Olympics
Onetime Gurwin volunteers, now Olympic hopefuls, set their eyes on gold. All eyes are trained on Paris and the athletes competing in the Olympic Games, and two young women from Long Island have their moms to thank for getting them there. Halle Hazzard of Commack and Brianna Jones of North...
Wanted for Selden Petit Larceny
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Sixth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who allegedly stole merchandise from a Selden store. A man allegedly stole an electric toothbrush, valued at $150, from Target, located at 307 Independence Plaza,...
Wanted for Melville Grand Larceny
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Second Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who was allegedly in possession of a stolen vehicle from a Melville home in July. A black Honda Accord was stolen from a Court North Drive home...
Let’s Eat: Try zucchini for lunch, dinner and dessert
Zucchini is one of the most versatile veggies out there. If you have a bumper crop this year, try these delicious recipes for lunch, dinner and dessert. Preheat oven to 350 F. Scoop out insides of each half zucchini and place in medium bowl. In medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine zucchini insides, marinara sauce and 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning. Cook 8-10 minutes, or until zucchini is tender.
Obituary: Cecilia Verbeek
Cecilia M. Verbeek, a longtime resident of Stony Brook, died Monday, July 1, in Potomac, Maryland, of natural causes. Her brother, Robert Miguel who also lived in Stony Brook, predeceased her in 2023 in Whiting, New Jersey. Her husband of 53 years, Clemens, died in June 2020. Survivors include her...
Beatles tribute concert dazzles Stony Brook
Stony Brook village became Strawberry Fields for a few magical, musical hours on Sunday, July 28, as four lads who call themselves The Liverpool Shuffle pleased the crowd of Beatlemaniacs. A ticket to ride was unnecessary for this show, as the boys played for free on the balcony of the...
CSHL team discovers how molecule in mouse model brain leads to cachexia
Cancer acts as a thief, robbing people of time, energy, and quality of life. In the end, cancer can trigger the painful wasting condition known as cachexia, in which a beloved relative, friend or neighbor loses far too much weight, leaving them in an emaciated, weakened condition. A team of...
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