Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
PSEG Begins Energy Grid Improvements For Deer Park
The storm hardening work on the distribution circuit is part of many system improvements included in the "Power On" program, PSEG says.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
'Summer Trauma Season' Prompts Blood Drive In Lindenhurst
The New York Blood Center is calling for blood donations ahead of summer trauma season. Long Island residents may donate in Lindenhurst.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Discount Furniture + Gaming Room + More Donuts
Also: Boutique Honored / Italian Eatery Closes / Brewery Needs Help / Custom Pasta Bowls / Diner Shutters
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Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
'Dedication And Excellence': LI Gift Shop Honored By Local Officials
A family-run unique boutique in Deer Park has been recognized as a 2025 Small Business Honoree by Suffolk County Legislator Tom Donnelly.
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Bay Shore|News|
Memorial Day Weekend 2025: Events And Parades Around Bay Shore
Long Island will celebrate Memorial Day with parades and festivities in various towns.
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Islip, NY|News|
Memorial Day Weekend 2025: Events And Parades Around Islip
Long Island will celebrate Memorial Day with parades and festivities in various towns.
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Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Memorial Day Weekend 2025: Events And Parades Around Blue Point
Long Island will celebrate Memorial Day with parades and festivities in various towns.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Memorial Day Weekend 2025: Events And Parades Around Lindenhurst
Long Island will celebrate Memorial Day with parades and festivities in various towns.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
New Flight Launches From Long Island Airport
Avelo Airlines launched its new flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to a North Carolina destination on Friday morning, officials say.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Memorial Day Weekend 2025: Events And Parades Around North Babylon
Long Island will celebrate Memorial Day with parades and festivities in various towns.
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Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Memorial Day Weekend 2025: Events And Parades Around Deer Park
Long Island will celebrate Memorial Day with parades and festivities in various towns.
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Bay Shore|News|
Car Crash Hospitalizes 3 People On LI: Police
Three people were injured and hospitalized in a 2-vehicle crash on Long Island Thursday night, according to Suffolk County police.
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Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Bayport-Blue Point High Celebrates College-Bound Athletes
Sixteen Bayport-Blue Point High student-athletes have committed to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.
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Bay Shore|News|
'Brutal Murder': LI Man Indicted After Fatally Shooting Roommate: DA
A Long Island man was indicted for murder after fatally shooting his roommate at their Bay Shore home earlier this year, the DA says.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Deer Park Fire Department Hosts Memorial Day Parade
"The Deer Park Fire Department invites the entire community to honor our heroes at our Memorial Day Parade."- Deer Park firefighters.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
New Discount Furniture Store Opens On Long Island
A nationwide discount furniture store is celebrating the grand opening of its newest location on Long Island this week.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Person Hit, Killed By Train On Long Island: Report
A person was struck and killed by a Long Island Rail Road train early Thursday morning, according to the MTA and another report.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
SCPD And Purple Rock Project Spread Narcan Awareness On LI
Suffolk Police and the Purple Rock Project offered Narcan training at The Beat Lives On 5K run to honor CJ Neumann.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|News|
LI Village Ranked Among Best Places To Live In The U.S.: Report
This South Shore village is one of 3 places on Long Island rated as one of the best places to live nationwide by U.S. News & World Report.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
'Heinous Crimes': LI Man Sentenced After Raping Girlfriend: DA
A Long Island man has been sentenced to two decades in prison for raping and strangling his girlfriend, according to the Suffolk County DA.
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