State assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R, C) will be seeking re-election to his fifth term in the Third District against lifelong resident and labor leader Josh Slaughter. DESTEFANO, R, incumbent …
Incumbent U.S. Rep Andrew Garbarino is facing a challenge from former Suffolk County executive and Democrat Pat Halpin in this November’s election. The second congressional district covers South …
New York State Sen. Dean Murray (R, C) is running for re-election in the 3rd Senate District in the general election on Nov. 3, 2026. “I am running on my experience and my record. As a …
Albert, the red-footed box turtle, was pretty regal posing for his photo shoot. So was Romeo, the Netherland dwarf rabbit. Both are among the animal ambassadors waiting to see you on the Center for …
On Saturday, Oct. 3, Bellport High School held its annual homecoming game. The Clippers won their game against Deer Park with a final score of 22-14. With a record of 1-3, this is the first …
A nor’easter struck the region last weekend, bringing high rainfall, wind gusts, and flooding. From Friday, Sept. 25, through Sunday, Sept. 27, inches of rain poured down on communities and wind …
There’s only a month until Election Day and your hometown newspapers will be publishing profiles on local races throughout October. Here’s what’s on the ballot across the South Shore of Suffolk …
On Friday, Sept. 18, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., at 1563 Montauk Highway in Bellport, Suffolk County Legis. Dominick Thorne and pastor of Cornerstone Christian Cultural Center Church of god in Christ, …
On Friday, Sept. 11, many of our local heroes will be paying tribute to those who lost, or risked, their lives on that unforgettable day, as the rest of the world mourned. Here are just a few of the …
Preparing for back to school can be made easier and less stressful. School-age children generally need nine to 12 hours of sleep per 24 hours, while teenagers need eight to 10 hours. NYU Langone …
In recognition of World Drowning Prevention Day, South Shore University Hospital invited the community for an educational event to promote swimming safety and drowning prevention. A …
From its wooded areas to its beautiful seashores, it’s safe to say nature on Long Island is wonderfully diverse — and worth protecting. From Memorial Day to Labor Day this year, organizations …
Suffolk County lawmakers last week unanimously voted to subject kratom products to greater regulations, but did not ban the substance outright like Nassau County did earlier this year. The …
St. Joseph’s University, N.Y., (SJNY) celebrated its 107th annual commencement ceremony on Tuesday, May 19, at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, N.Y., for more than 1,100 graduates. …
Last Monday night, June 1, the Lighthouse Mission reviewed footage of a man throwing buckets of white paint across their parking lot located on 1543 Montauk Highway in North Bellport, as well as …
Unions, MTA reach deal after three days By Connor Patton For over three days, five unions representing over 3,500 workers at the Long Island Rail Road went on strike for the first time in …
After weeks of litigation regarding the legality of his opponent’s signatures collected for the June primary, Democratic congressional candidate Pat Halpin is set to become the party’s nominee …
A number of veterans’ organizations, fire departments, and community members have plans to remember those who have served. Below is a compiled list to attend a local Memorial Day ceremony on …
In honor of the nation’s 250th anniversary, New York State Sen. Dean Murray (R, C -3rd District) is holding a photography contest for students grades 9 through 12. Original submissions will be …
Two-time Emmy Award-winner, stage and screen actress Sally Struthers, scheduled to perform a four-week Gateway run in “The Full Monty,” spoke recently to the Advance, with executive artistic …
