Shirley resident and owner of Freshy Fresh Bagels, Will Backhaus, and his son Joshua, 22, a William Floyd High School graduate, will open their second location at the former Spicy’s chicken …
The William Floyd Colonials girls and boys varsity basketball teams have advanced to the final four in their respective tournaments. After dominating victories, both teams are one step closer to …
It was a miracle season for William Floyd, whose boys basketball team had an undefeated regular season at 20-0 and whose girls team went 19-1. Each won the Division I regular-season crown. But …
Local state senators Alexis Weik (R-8th District) and Dean Murray (R-3rd District), along with 13 other senators, submitted a letter to Gov. Kathy Hochul urging her to rescind the electric bus …
Patchogue-Medford High School Class of 2023 and first-round pick Josh Knoth is slated to be the opening-day starter in the Arizona Rookie League for the Milwaukee Brewers. Also, this year’s …
The William Floyd Colonials boys' varsity basketball team defeated Walt Whitman on Saturday, Feb. 3, by a score of 74-40 to clinch their second consecutive League I title! They are currently 18-0 …
Twelve incredibly talented William Floyd student musicians were recently selected to perform in the annual New York State Band Directors Association’s (NYSBDA) Symposium in Syracuse, N.Y., on …
The William Floyd boys varsity basketball team took a dominating 78-16 win over Central Islip last week. The Colonials are off to a great start this season, owning a perfect 5-0 overall record and, …
The William Floyd Colonials defeated Longwood by a score of 49-13 on Saturday afternoon and punched their ticket back to the Suffolk County championship game. After Longwood took an early …
Six women who have set themselves apart through their service to the community were honored last week as Women of Distinction by local officials in a special ceremony attended by their families and …
Homecoming is not just for local high schools to celebrate their school spirit, but also a good time for the surrounding community to get involved. Be sure to catch your local event: WILLIAM …
For graduating high school seniors, going to the prom is a rite of passage, a night of memories they’ll long remember. But for students who can’t afford a prom dress or a suit, or …
Local seniors were recently honored at the 23 rd Annual Butch Dellecave Awards held recently at Villa Lombardi’s in Holbrook. Named in memory of the legendary educator, official, and coach …
William Floyd High School’s valedictorian, Eric DiGiacomo, and salutatorian, Merry Vo Nguyen, took the time to speak with the Long Island Advance about their future and advice for their fellow …
William Floyd High School principal Philip Scotto recently conferred the Principal’s Award to the top 10 students for the William Floyd High School Class of 2023. This year’s …
The following are the results of Tuesday night’s school district budget and board of education candidates votes: Patchogue-Medford School District Pat-Med’s budget passed with …
The William Floyd Board of Education adopted its proposed budget for the 2023-24 school year during the April 18 meeting. The budget calls for a -17.88 percent tax levy, …
The William Floyd School District will elect two trustees to the board of education for terms of three years commencing July 1 and ending June 30, 2026. The two seats are currently held by trustees …
