West Islip, NY|News|
West Islip Coach Inducted Into Lacrosse Coaches Hall Of Fame
In October, West Islip's Bill Turri will be inducted into the National Interscholastic Lacrosse Coaches Association Hall of Fame.
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Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Blood Shortage Prompts Blood Drive At Sayville Fire Department
The Sayville Fire Department is hosting a blood drive in conjunction with the New York Blood Center on September 5.
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Bay Shore|News|
Bay Shore Hospital Named Level 1 Trauma Center
South Shore University Hospital has been named a Level 1 Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Albany Avenue Elementary Welcomes New Principal
Scott Garofola previously served as Albany Avenue Elementary School assistant principal, officials say.
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Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
6th Graders Get Warm Welcome At Robert Moses Middle School
Sixth-graders attended orientation at Robert Moses Middle School in the North Babylon School District.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Protect Your Pets: Suffolk To Offer Free Rabies Vaccines In September
Bring your dogs, cats and ferrets. County residents will be able to bring pets to Islip and Bay Shore for free vaccinations in September.
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Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Woman Hits Man With Mercedes, Tries To Flee Scene: PD
A North Bellmore woman seriously injured a man after she crashed into a utility pole in North Babylon on Tuesday, Suffolk police say.
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Bay Shore|News|
Man Killed In Bay Shore House Fire: Police
A resident of a home on Oklahoma Avenue in Bay Shore was killed by a house fire on Tuesday, Suffolk County police say.
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Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Sayville Firefighters Search For Victims In Rollover Crash: FD
Sayville firefighters were called to a rollover crash on Sunrise Highway that sent a Jeep Patriot into the woods on Friday, officials say.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Lindenhurst's Rainbow Senior Center Celebrates 50 Years Of Fun
Lindenhurst's Rainbow Senior Citizens Center celebrated its 50th birthday with an array of festivities.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Teacher Spotlight: Brentwood's 'Inspiring, Encouraging' Kelly Le Min
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.
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Babylon Village, NY|News|
West Babylon Fire Department Welcomes Three New Members
The West Babylon Fire Department recently welcomed three new members to its ranks.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Brentwood High Salutes First Veteran Honorary Graduate
Brentwood UFSD awarded its first honorary high school diploma as part of New York State’s Operation Recognition.
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Bay Shore|News|
SCPD And Purple Rock Project Spread Narcan Awareness In Suffolk County
Suffolk Police and the Purple Rock Project offered Narcan training and a healing strategy at Alive After Five events over the summer.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
LI MacArthur Airport Nominated Best Small Airport By USA Today
MacArthur Airport was voted one of USA Today's 10Best Small Airports in 2020, 2021 and 2023, and has been nominated again.
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Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Dunkin' Plans To Open New Location With Drive-Thru In North Babylon
The current Dunkin' on Deer Park Avenue in North Babylon is relocating to a new building with a drive-thru lane.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Woman Engaged In Prostitution At Suffolk Motel: Police
A 35-year-old woman was arrested after engaging in prostitution at a Copiague motel, Suffolk County police say.
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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Brentwood UFSD Celebrates New School Year With Community Gathering
The annual celebration brings Brentwood families and school administration together to ensure a successful start to the new school year.
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Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Suffolk Girl Scout Awarded $5k For Creating Mental Health Directory
“I struggled with my own mental health issues a lot because when I needed it, I didn’t know where to look for help." - Morgan Bissell, 19.
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Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Lindenhurst Middle School Welcomes New Principal
Marcy Miller previously served as Albany Avenue principal and brings 33 years of experience in education to the role, officials say.
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