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 …
Surrendering five second-half touchdowns usually isn’t a recipe for success on the gridiron, but Bellport did just that under the Friday night lights on Oct. 9 and still managed to escape Smithtown …
About 36 Patchogue-Medford Advanced Drawing and Painting and AP Drawing students in grades 9-12 painted on Main Street windows in Patchogue Village on the morning of Wednesday, Oct. 7, as part of a …
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 …
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 …
Canine Companions, Miller Family Campus, located in Medford, celebrated the grand opening of their new residence hall and kennel wing last week on Thursday, Sept. 24, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. …
On Monday, Sept. 28, the Patchogue-Medford Public Library unveiled a new exhibit featuring Patchogue-Medford athletes with the Suffolk Sports Hall of Fame to celebrate “Patchogue-Medford’s …
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, …
With 21 seniors on the roster and coming off a successful 11-win campaign that ended in overtime heartbreak in the Suffolk Class AAA boys soccer quarterfinals, Patchogue-Medford has lofty goals this …
School districts along the South Shore returned to classes this past week, before Labor Day weekend. Patchogue-Medford and South Country students both returned to school on Wednesday, Sept. 2. …
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 …
Do you love “It’s A Wonderful Life?” Have you ever dreamed of stepping into the world of Bedford Falls? Now is your chance! “It’s A Wonderful Life in Patchogue” is …
Patchogue-Medford girls soccer coach Chris Grieco is looking for more consistency from the Raiders this fall, following a better-than-.500 campaign that saw them advance to the quarterfinals of the …
The Patchogue High School Class of 1971 50th reunion was held July 24-26, 2026. An icebreaker was held on July 24 at Bayman’s Clam Bar in Patchogue and pictured here. The group also met at …
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 …
