Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
VIDEO: Arsonist Sought After Truck Fire At Central Islip Business: Police
The 2014 International truck was set ablaze outside a Windsor Place business in May, Suffolk police said.
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Smithtown, NY|News|
LI Driving Instructor Made Sexually Explicit Comments To Juvenile Students: Police
Police are asking anyone with additional information or who believes they may have been a victim to contact investigators.
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Commack, NY|News|
Barnes & Noble To Open New Commack Store With Authors, Biscuit
Next week's celebration will feature bestselling authors, along with a storytime and meet-and-greet with Biscuit.
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Hauppauge, NY|Neighbor News|
Suffolk County Blood, School Supply Drives To Honor Scott Martella
The Aug. 6 events will commemorate the 10th anniversary of the former county communications director’s death.
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Huntington|News|
Cona Elder Law Names New Marketing Manager
The former collegiate athlete will lead marketing efforts for the Melville-based elder law and estate planning firm.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Wings Co. Opens Central Islip Restaurant With 99-Cent Wing Deal
The National Wing Day grand opening includes free chicken sandwiches for the first 100 customers, food tastings, prizes and a live DJ.
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Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Athletes Of All Abilities Team Up For Summer Fun In Bayport-Blue Point
The summer program pairs athletes of all abilities with student mentors for exercise, recreation and social connection.
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Smithtown, NY|Neighbor News|
Smithtown Approves $6M Overhaul Of Town Marina
The town-approved project will strengthen the shoreline, improve utilities and ease long-standing demand for marina space.
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Smithtown, NY|News|
Police Seek Man Accused Of Stealing $1.2K In Clothes From Smith Haven Mall
Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.
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Northport, NY|News|
Moon, Rescued During Search For Missing Cat, Seeks Home: Northport Kitty Of The Week
Moon was found while a Long Island woman continued searching for her missing black cat, Piper, NCRA said.
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Huntington|News|
Stanley, Shy Tuxedo Cat Still Waiting: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
The 14-month-old tuxedo has watched other cats leave the shelter while he continues waiting for a patient home, the Shelter said.
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Smithtown, NY|Neighbor News|
Civil War Captain Who Fought At Gettysburg Honored In Nesconset
The historic park’s newest marker tells the story of a Union Army captain who later called the property home.
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Bay Shore, NY|News|
Recalled Cheese May Have Reached 28 Long Island Stores: FDA
The Bay Shore distributor’s cheese may have reached 19 Suffolk County and 9 Nassau retailers.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Man Shot In Neck During LI BBQ; Suspect Arrested In NYC: Police
The suspect was arrested for the Father's Day shooting by a federal fugitive task force in Washington Heights, police say.
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Huntington|Neighbor News|
Melville Student Honored With Suffolk County Citizenship Award
A 2026 Half Hollow Hills High School East graduate was recognized for his leadership and compassion.
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Commack, NY|Neighbor News|
‘Have A Sense Of Humor’: Commack Woman Celebrates 100th Birthday
A retired school secretary and resident council president, credited her longevity to maintaining a sense of humor.
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Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Pickup Truck Careens Into Oakdale Store; 2 Hospitalized: FD
The driver suffered a medical emergency before colliding with another vehicle on Montauk Highway, fire officials say.
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Islip, NY|News|
Car Crashes Into Utility Pole In Islip; 1 Hurt: FD
The pole was cracked in half during the single-vehicle crash, fire officials say.
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Commack, NY|News|
Nearly $2K Stolen From Commack Target: Police
The man stole household items during 2 visits to the Veterans Memorial Highway store in May, police say.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Bay Shore Woman Killed In Early-Morning Crash: Police
The woman was struck on Third Avenue shortly after 1 a.m. Sunday, Suffolk police say.
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