Shirley-Mastic, NY|News|
Mastic Beach Property Owners' To Host 'Fired Up For Freedom - Countdown To 250' On Saturday
It's a kickoff party to a year of events leading up to a grand celebration in 2026.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Sachem, NY|News|
The Pink Fin Opens At Station Yards' LIRR Development On Long Island
“We’re passionate about serving food that’s both healthy and delicious, and we can’t wait to share that with the Ronkonkoma community."
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue|News|
Small Boy Rescued From Public Pool On Long Island: Police
He was pulled from underwater after struggling for about 10 seconds, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|News|
2 Charged In Connection With Unlicensed Cannabis Sales At Smoke Shops In Brookhaven Town: Cops
It happened between July 8 and July 10, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|News|
Brookhaven Town Police Blotter: July 7 to July 13, 2025
This is a snapshot of some of the arrests and incidents from across the township.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|News|
Suffolk To Host Inaugural 'Oyster Jamboree' At Smith Point To Promote The Shellfish Industry On LI
The industry had an estimated $16.5 million impact on the local economy, with 10 million oysters harvested last year alone, exec says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|News|
Dead Shark Found Washed Ashore On Long Island Beach: DEC
A necropsy was unable to be conducted to determine its cause of death before its carcass was disposed of, the DEC says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue|News|
Suffolk To Treat For Mosquitoes On Fire Island And On The Bay Side In East Patchogue
It will include ground spraying on Thursday night, officials say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|News|
16 Years To Life In Shooting Of Married Long Island Couple's Home
He "looks forward to the appeals process where he is confident his innocence will come to light and the truth brought forward," lawyer says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue|News|
Driver Suffers Apparent Medical Event, Vehicle Crashes Into 4 Others In North Patchogue: Police
He was taken to NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk in East Patchogue for treatment, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|News|
Info Sought On Mastic Beach Hit-And-Run That Injured Man: Police
Police are asking anyone with information to submit tips to their Crime Stoppers hotline. Can you help the police with their investigation?
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue|News|
Fire Breaks Out At Patchogue Home: Police
It was quickly contained by the Patchogue Fire Department, and no one was hurt, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|News|
Tractor-Trailer Crashes Into Median, Jack-Knifes On LI Express Drive North, Snarling Traffic Wednesday: Cops
The exit ramp at Exit 68 was closed for more than an hour and half, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue|News|
Man, 56, Hurt In Crash In East Patchogue Tuesday Night: Police
His vehicle was rear-ended at the intersection of Route 112 and Terry Road, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|News|
Woman's iPhone Swiped Off Of Counter At Target In Selden: Police
It happened at about 6:20 p.m. on Saturday, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue|News|
Suspect Punches LI Woman In Face In Front Of Her Children, And Leaves On Scooter: Police
Her two children were in her vehicle with her at the time, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|News|
Charges In Shooting Of Man, 21, In Suffolk Last Week: Police
The Coram man was slapped with attempted robbery and assault charges on Tuesday, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue|News|
Former Trustee 'Instrumental' In Patchogue Revitalization Reappointed To Patchogue Village Board
Steve Fuoco helped with the Patchogue Theatre's reop and the Lace Mill property's redevelopment, officials say. He replaces Joe Keyes.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|News|
NY Attorney General's Office Probes Officer-Involved Fatal Shooting Of Stabbing Suspect On Long Island
After the probe, Letitia James' office must either present a case to a grand jury or issue a public report on its findings.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Miller Place-Rocky Point, NY|News|
Police Release Identity Of Human Remains Found Submerged In Vehicle On Long Island
The human remains were found submerged in Mt. Sinai on June 30, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
