Five days a week at nine outreach posts throughout Suffolk County, Lighthouse Mission of Bellport serves hundreds of people by providing them with food, groceries, clothing and prayer. In 2022, …
It’s a given that when locals are informed of an honoree status, they go, “Whatttttt?!” “Yeah, pretty much,” agreed Craig Clare when he heard he and his wife Wendy …
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Darrell Sumpter had a heart big enough for his family, his players, his fellow coaches and his community. The longtime youth basketball coach and William Floyd High School boys varsity assistant …
The Harbor Crab Co. hosted their 20th annual Kris Kringle Mingle at the restaurant, located on Division Street in Patchogue. All proceeds were to benefit the Kris Kringle Foundation. This …
Call it an early Christmas gift. GiGi’s Playhouse LI in Patchogue, the not-for-profit offering free services to individuals with Down syndrome, signed a contract for sale for its new home, …
Patchogue Menorah Lighting, Sunday, Dec. 29 Temple Beth-El asks the community to join them in prayer and song at the lighting of the menorah at Capital One Plaza on Main Street on Saturday, …
West Islip native Daniel Penny was acquitted earlier this week on criminal negligence charges. Jury deliberations began last week for the Penny trial which was being held in a lower Manhattan …
Town clerk Kevin LaValle and EJ’s PJs founder Patricia Poggi originally partnered five years ago to collect and distribute new pajamas to children of all ages who need them the most in his …
In June 2024, the Suffolk County Legislature approved a resolution sponsored by Legis. Chad Lennon to establish an annual recognition of a Veteran of the Year from each Legislative District. The …
Recently, NYS Sen. Dean Murray presented Frank Trotta with a NYS Commendation Award for his outstanding service and dedication to the community. From his role as a village trustee to becoming the …
Bellport Richard Omelchuk was re-elected with 47 votes. There were no propositions. Blue Point Dennis McCarthy was re-elected with 46 votes. There were no propositions or other …
Local fire departments have scheduled to take the big guy in red atop their trucks to visit the neighborhood children before the big day. See below for when he might visit a street near you: …
Several area fire departments are holding elections on Dec. 10. Below are the candidates and proposition information: Bellport Richard Omelchuk will be running for the only …
Every year, Bellport’s Lighthouse Mission teams up with the South Country School District’s social workers and hands out thousands of free gifts to local families in need. Each …
It was a Tuesday night, and Thanksgiving was just two days away. A lot of people would be in the kitchen getting a start on preparing Thanksgiving dinner, or at the supermarket buying some …
Brookhaven Fire Department’s tree lighting, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. There will be hot chocolate, caroling, treats and a visit from Santa. Winter coat drive, Dec. 3 at 5-7 p.m. The …
On Nov. 19, the Suffolk County Legislature honored volunteers throughout Suffolk County. Each legislator picked a volunteer from a nonprofit within their district. “Due to the amazing …
GivingTuesday is Dec. 3, and area nonprofit organizations are hoping it will motivate people to donate. GivingTuesday is an annual worldwide event that started at the 92nd Street Y in New York …
At the nonprofit organization Canine Companions, passionate volunteers raise and train puppies to become service dogs, matching each pup to a person with disabilities—at no cost to the client. …
More than 100 people attended the 30-minute ceremony at the Four Corners in downtown Patchogue to hear from speakers including VFW Post 2913 commander Joseph VanEmmerik, who said Veterans Day is …
