🌱 Patch AM: The Oyster Ball Gala Hosted By Save The Great South Bay and 12 more events

Coming up on the West Islip Patch calendar: Murder On The Orient Express

🌱 Patch AM: See how West Islip Senior High stacks up against New York’s best

Also, don’t miss Murder On The Orient Express on the West Islip Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How a police hovercraft rescue ended at West Islip hospital

Spotted on the West Islip calendar: Murder On The Orient Express

🌱 Patch AM: The Oyster Ball Gala Hosted By Save The Great South Bay and 12 more events

Also check out Murder On The Orient Express on the West Islip Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: See how West Islip High School stacked up against other NY schools.

Make time for Back To School Backpack & Supply Distribution on the West Islip Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: West Islip High School Ranks Among Top 30 In New York

Also check out The Ready Bride on the West Islip Patch calendar

West Islip High School Ranks Among Top 30 In New York

The school was among 15 Long Island public high schools to rank among the state's highest-performing schools.

🌱 Patch AM: How worried should West Islip residents be about West Nile now?

Make time for The Ready Bride on the West Islip Patch calendar

West Islip Names New Assistant Director Of Special Education

Tonimarie Young has worked in the West Islip School District since 2012, most recently serving as its districtwide behavior analyst.

Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around West Islip For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around West Islip.

West Islip High School Celebrates Class Of 2026 At Commencement

The Class of 2026 marked the end of high school with speeches, diplomas, an alma mater performance and a celebratory cap toss.

Bay Shore Man Killed On Robert Moses Causeway; West Islip Driver Charged: Police

A Bay Shore man was found dead on the shoulder of the causeway Thursday afternoon, State Police said.

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For West Islip

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around West Islip.

Driver Hit 13-Year-Old On Bike, Left Scene On Long Island: Police | Patch PM

Also: Landmark 'sad tree' falls / Pastor sexually exploited kids: Feds / Drug takedown: DA / Teen tackles substance abuse / Home Depot fire

Driver Hit 13-Year-Old On Bike, Left Scene In West Islip: Police

A Deer Park man was arrested after police said a vehicle struck a boy on a bicycle and continued without stopping.

Boat Catches Fire After Operator Flees Coast Guard: Police

A West Islip man was charged with boating while intoxicated after police said he tried to flee from the Coast Guard.

West Islip Voters Approve $144.8M School Budget

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

West Islip Parents Transform School Into Coast-To-Coast Reading Adventure For PARP Program

PTA volunteers spent months transforming the school for this year’s PARP program celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.

VIDEO: Fire Destroys Shed In West Islip, No Injuries Reported, Fire Officials Say

A detached utility shed caught fire early Saturday morning, officials say.

LI Man Raped 13-Year-Old After Gas Station Meet-Up: Police

The girl told her school counselor she was assaulted after meeting a man at a Holtsville gas station, police say.

First-of-Its-Kind Spine Surgery Performed At LI Hospital Using 3D Imaging

A minimally invasive lumbar fusion using real-time 3D imaging marks the first use of the newly installed system at the West Islip hospital.

West Islip Students Explore Dozens Of Careers During Bellew Career Week

Students met professionals from law, healthcare, aviation, and more during the school’s annual Career Week.

62 Students Earn NJHS Honors At Beach Street Middle School Ceremony

Students recognized for scholarship, leadership, service, citizenship and character during March 16 ceremony.

WIRBC final build season report

Times up!

West Islip Fire Department Launches ‘Clear A Hydrant’ Contest After Snowstorm

Residents asked to clear 3 feet around hydrants; 4 winners will receive gift cards to local businesses.

Robotics update

WIRBC news

West Islip Robotics Booster Club

Build season at full throttle

Nearly 100 Cats Rescued From "Deplorable Conditions" At West Islip Residence: SPCA

About 92 cats were found living in deplorable conditions at a private residence in West Islip, the Suffolk County SPCA said.

Robot season has begun

West Islip Robotechs team 871 has kicked off the season

Amityville Contractor Admits Stealing Wages From West Islip Middle School Employees, Must Repay $13K: DA

An investigation found workers were not paid the proper prevailing wage rate on a public works project at Masera Middle School.

West Islip Seventh Grader Performs with New York City Ballet Stars in "The Nutcracker" December 20 and 21

Samantha Bellacosa Dances at Hofstra University's John Cranford Adams Playhouse in Four Performances

New Uncle Giuseppe's Location Celebrates Grand Opening Friday

The Italian-specialized grocer will be adding more locations.

Man Dies After Boat Capsizes In Rough Waters Off Long Island: Police

The boat capsized at the mouth of the Fire Island Inlet, police say.

Help Needed To Identify Man Who Burglarized Oakdale Shop: Police

Anonymous tips can be called into the Suffolk County Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-220-TIPS.

Former UPS Worker Sentenced After Coaching Soccer In Workers' Comp Scam: NYSIG

A former UPS employee was sentenced for workers' comp fraud after coaching varsity soccer and making money off the books, the NYSIG says.

Word of the Week: Superfund Site

A place that has been so polluted with dangerous chemicals that the government must clean it up to protect people and the environment.

New Islip Recycling Program Shows 'Measurable Success' During Trail Phase

West Islip is getting greener, thanks to a successful new recycling pilot program that's boosted recycling in just 5 weeks, the town says.

Fireworks Near Me: West Islip July 4th 2025 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around West Islip.

West Islip High Ranked 1 Of 30 Best Schools On Long Island: Report

Is your local high school ranked as one of the 30 best high schools on Long Island? Find out here.

July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around West Islip

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around West Islip.