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West Islip Students Awarded AP Scholar Status
Sixty West Islip High School students earned scores of 3 or higher on three or more Advanced Placement exams.

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Sixty West Islip High School students earned scores of 3 or higher on three or more Advanced Placement exams.

Members of the Patriot Club and Students Against Destructive Decisions club provided holiday gift bags to homeless veterans in Yaphank.
The man is described as a white male with a thin build, wearing a dark-colored sweatshirt and a baseball cap.
An Alameda County resident doesn't get the jackpot, but a cool million isn't so bad.
Lynbrook High School senior Andrew Meersand's project uses compressed air to motorize prosthetic fingers for a robot hand.
Udall Road Middle School students learned to help others and budget by purchasing items for families in need using donated funds.
"Star Wars: The Original Trading Card Series, Volume One" was released Nov. 15 and features content from Massapequa collector.
One man fled the scene southbound on Virginia Avenue, the other westbound on Maxon Avenue, around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday.
Four Earl L. Vandermeulen High School varsity field hockey players were recognized at the annual Suffolk County field hockey coaches dinner.
Police say the man stole two bed comforters and a child's toy from Kmart, located at 2280 North Ocean Avenue, Dec. 24.
The cat has feral tendencies but there is a possibility it can become acclimated with time and commitment, veterinary hospital manager says.
Lee Road third-graders studied the importance of friendship and the characteristics of a good friend during Kindness Week.
New York State Assemblyman Dave McDonough visited Mandalay Elementary School's student council for their contributions to Coats for Kids.
Sylvan Avenue Elementary student Hailey Brand organized a collection drive for those serviced through the Lighthouse Mission in Bellport.
The annual award is given to a male and female student who best exemplify exceptional physical performance, character and citizenship.
Lakeside Elementary fifth-graders learned about the significance of exercise, living a healthy lifestyle and the importance of proper form.
The recognition was presented to those who exhibit a mix of characteristics, high performance in P.E. class, and a high fitness test score.
The Robert Frost Middle School chamber choir and members of the Deer Park school's chamber orchestra performed at local nursing homes.
Ethan Scully, John Barone, Chris Quilla and Tyler Scully ran 1:33.82 in the 4 x 200 meter relay, shattering the previous record of 1:34.1.
Officials say a woman filled her shopping cart with various items of clothing and left the store without paying.