🌱 Patch AM: Islip girls volleyball narrowly misses Suffolk Class A crown in thriller

Also, don’t miss Islip Food For Hope Fundraiser with Joey Kola & Friends on the Islip Patch calendar

Islip Voter Guide: Election 2026

Here's what Islip voters need to know before they head to the polls on Nov. 3.

🌱 Patch AM: Did an Islip-area Senate candidate misuse New York’s public campaign funds?

You won’t want to miss Islip Food For Hope Fundraiser with Joey Kola & Friends on the Islip Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: What Islip Town’s Chick-fil-A plan means for South Shore Mall shoppers

Happening soon: Islip Food For Hope Fundraiser~Come Play Bingo! on the Islip Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Did you move a raccoon to East Islip on Oct. 21?

Coming up on the Islip Patch calendar: Frankenstein Special Halloween Evening Performance

🌱 Patch AM: Meet the five Italian American neighbors honored by Islip this month.

Spotted on the Islip calendar: 💎 Denim and Diamonds: The Ultimate Ladies' Day Out🤠

🌱 Patch AM: Meet the five Italian American honorees shaping life in Islip

You won’t want to miss 💎 Denim and Diamonds: The Ultimate Ladies' Day Out🤠 on the Islip Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Which Islip teams are still alive in the soccer playoffs?

Coming up on the Islip Patch calendar: 💎 Denim and Diamonds: The Ultimate Ladies' Day Out🤠

Altercation Involving Occupants Of 3 Vehicles On Robert Moses Parkway Ramp: Police

State police are seeking witnesses and dashcam footage after an altercation involving occupants of 3 vehicles early Sunday morning.

3rd Human West Nile Virus Case Confirmed In Suffolk; Resident Hospitalized

The Town of Islip resident, who is older than 50, was hospitalized after developing symptoms in late August and is now recovering at home.

Vehicle Bursts Into Flames On Southern State Parkway In Islip: FD

The occupants were able to get out safely before Islip firefighters arrived, officials said.

2nd West Nile Virus Case Reported In Suffolk: Officials

An Islip resident was hospitalized after developing symptoms in early August, county health officials said.

2 Firefighters Treated After Blaze At Islip Shipyard: FD

The fire broke out Monday evening at Winter Bros Shipyard on Athasca Road. The building was unoccupied, fire officials said.

Swimming Advisory Issued At 7 Islip Beaches After Heavy Rain

Suffolk health officials are advising against swimming at seven Town of Islip beaches following heavy rainfall.

Gemelli's Gourmet Coming Soon To Islip

The Lindenhurst-based sandwich shop and caterer announced the expansion on social media and is now hiring for the new location.

Heavy Rain Prompts Swimming Advisory At 9 Islip Beaches

Suffolk health officials are advising against swimming at several beaches across the town of Islip.

2 More Rabid Raccoons Found In Islip Town, Health Officials Say

The animals were found dead in Bay Shore and Islip, bringing Suffolk's terrestrial rabies total to 39 since February 2025.

2nd Man Drowns In Suffolk Pool In Under 48 Hours: Police

The tragedy was the 2nd in Suffolk County in under 48 hours; on Friday, a retired FDNY police chief drowned in a Stony Brook pool: police.

Rabid Raccoon Found In Islip, Health Officials Say

The raccoon appeared ill and later tested positive for rabies.

Car Crashes Into Utility Pole In Islip; 1 Hurt: FD

The pole was cracked in half during the single-vehicle crash, fire officials say.

Boy, 3, Dies After Being Found Unresponsive In Suffolk Pool: Police

The child was found in the pool during a party in Central Islip, police say.

6 Taken To Hospital After 2-Vehicle Crash In Islip: Police

UPDATE: The people, which included the two drivers and their four passengers, were treated for non-life-threatening injuries, police say.

Bathing Advisory Issued For 10 Islip Beaches After Heavy Rain

Health officials said water contact should be avoided at affected beaches in the Town of Islip until the advisory is lifted.

Islip Voters Approve Revised $105.5M School Budget

The budget passed on the second try after voters rejected the district’s original spending plan in May.

Islip School Budget Revote: Revised $105.5M Plan On Ballot

The revised budget is tax-cap compliant after voters rejected the district’s original spending plan in May.

Motorcyclist Ejected Onto Lawn In Serious Islip Crash: Police

A Honda motorcycle went through a stop sign before striking an SUV on South Bay Avenue, police say.

Islip Man Stole $7K From 2 Scam Victims, Put Money In Coinbase: Police

2 Pennsylvania residents had $7,000 removed from their accounts after falling victim to a phone scam, police say,

Islip Terrace Woman Ran Brothel For More Than A Decade: Police

The woman was charged with prostitution after a police investigation into community complaints, police say.

Islip Native Gives Commencement Address At Georgian Court University

Hunter Rindos, a criminal justice grad and lacrosse player, was also selected by classmates for an award recognizing his impact on campus.

Islip $106.2M School Budget Fails

Voters turned out Tuesday to cast their ballots on the proposed 2026 to 2027 school budget.

Car Overturns Into Pole In Islip, Driver Injured: FD

A crash on Moffitt Boulevard left the vehicle overturned, and the utility pole snapped.

This $3.85M Islip Sale Made History: Helipad, Boat Ramp, 7-Car Garage

See the waterfront estate with 5 acres and 900 feet of shoreline that sold for the highest price ever recorded in the town, a LI agent says.

Multiple Jet Skis, Boat Stolen Across Suffolk County; 2 NYC Men Indicted: DA

Prosecutors say the Brooklyn and Howard Beach men stole multiple jet skis and a boat from homes and businesses in Lindenhurst and Islip.

Vehicle Drives Into Icy Waters At Islip Town Docks In Dense Fog: FD

Firefighters say the driver inadvertently drove down the Maple Street boat ramp and became stuck in icy waters early Wednesday morning.

2 Hurt In 2-Vehicle Crash Involving Overturn In Islip: Police

Both drivers were taken to Stony Brook University Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries, Suffolk police say.

Nesconset Man Charged After High-Speed Chase, Ghost Gun, Cocaine Recovered: Sheriff

A traffic stop led to a crash, foot pursuit, and seizure of a non-serialized firearm, the County Sheriff says.

Islip Man Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Role in Narcotics, Weapons Trafficking Ring: DA

Travis Austin admitted to large-scale fentanyl, cocaine, and illegal gun sales across Suffolk County, prosecutors say.

Senior Advocates To Visit Islip Libraries, Housing Sites This Winter

County senior advocates will visit Islip-area libraries and senior housing sites through March to help residents access benefits.

Islandia Crash: 82-Year-Old Driver Dies After Vehicle Strikes Tree: Police

Detectives believe the driver may have suffered a medical event before the crash, Suffolk County police say.

Hauppauge Driver Airlifted After Car Slams Into Tractor Trailer In Bohemia: Police

Police say the man's car struck a tractor trailer that was backing into a loading dock.