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Threats made against Islip Union Free School District have sparked enhanced safety measures and an investigation by Suffolk County Police.
The state has once again detected high levels of carcinogenic heavy metals in West Islip, Newsday says.
Fireman Anthony Caliendo died at his Lindenhurst home on April 15.
"He was a good friend and fellow fire fighter and will be missed." - West Babylon Fire Department Chief Steve Kamalic.
“We stand with the survivor in her journey towards healing and hope that this sentence allows her some measure of comfort.” - DA Tierney
Deer Park High School’s varsity boys basketball team was honored by the Suffolk Boys Basketball Coaches Association.
“I am so proud of Steven’s accomplishment of becoming an Eagle Scout." - Mayor Michael Lavorata.
Man arrested in connection with selling fentanyl; woman accused of assault.
One person arrested in connection with selling cocaine and another charged with stealing cash.
The missing teen was last seen on April 4, police say.
Fourth-grader Pia Parikh has been selected as Lindenhurst's new junior mayor.
West Babylon had three teams representing the district at this year’s Envirothon competition.
These two are not only academic scholars, but also impressive musicians.
The Suffolk County Sheriff's Office has teamed up with the Winters Center for Autism to help autistic adults in emergency situations.
The funeral for Brentwood EMT Bryant Ortiz till take place Monday.
Islip Town honored the Bay Shore Marauders after clinching their first Long Island Triple-A Championship in over 40 years.
Roads will be closed in Lindenhurst during Sunday's National Little League Parade.
Firefighters responded to a fire in a two-story home in North Babylon on Thursday.
"The wind phone will serve as a special connection between us and our loved ones who are no longer on this earth."- Carole Trottere.
The budget approval comes shortly a after a student brought a gun and ammunition to the high school.
