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The Messenger Papers delivers hyperlocal news across Brookhaven, Islip, Smithtown, and Suffolk County. We cover local government, schools, public safety, business, community events, and Long Island high school sports through our weekly print and digital editions.
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Latest News

Dismantling Democracy: A Cherished Pastime for NY Dems

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By Anthony Cacciato Last week, the New York State Legislature voted along party lines to begin the process of dismantling independent redistricting and pave the...

Brookhaven Town Represented at FIFA World Cup

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“The Quest” Continues for Center Moriches

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West Islip Wins First League Title Since 2019

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With Massie’s Loss, Republicans Lose a Champion for Our Values

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Schools & Community

Editorials

All Politics is, and Always Has Been, Local

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It’s that time of year again and we at The Messenger are not resting on our laurels in urging the community to hit the...

Maybe, Just Maybe…

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Sayville Gets it Right with Financial Education

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This is How Winter is Supposed to Be

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This Week Today

This Week Today: 3-12-2026

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National, State, and Local Temperature Checks National It was a tumultuous week in Washington. The 2026 Iran War continues to unfurl across the Middle East. The U.S....

This Week Today: 2-12-2026

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This Week Today: 1-29-2026

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This Week Today

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Sports

Commack Pitcher Overcomes Adversity to Become Rookie of the Year

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By Jacob Infald COMMACK - Commack High School baseball alum Chris Messina just capped off an exceptional freshman campaign pitching at Division I Fairleigh Dickinson...

Smithtown Catcher Back on Ducks’ Roster

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By Jacob Infald CENTRAL ISLIP - On June 20, the Long Island Ducks reactivated Smithtown resident Matt Tempone back to their active roster. Tempone had...

Shoreham Wading-River Flag Football Captures County & Long Island Championships

Ashley Pavlakis -
SHOREHAM - Flag football is a new sport at Shoreham Wading-River High School this season, but the girls ran the field like they owned...

Sachem North Softball Claims First Suffolk County Title Since 1993

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RONKONKOMA - It was 30-plus years in the making, but the Sachem North Arrows have finally hit their target. The varsity softball team has...

Election Coverage

Entertainment & Lifestyle

St. James Dancer Hits Her Stride

Madison Warren -
ST. JAMES - For 43 years, Dance Arts Development Center (DADC), with locations in Islip Terrace and St. James, has been dedicated to building...

‘Everybody Loves Raymond: Celebrating 30 Years’ Opens in Stony Brook

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It’s Pumpkin Season!

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Civil War Day at the Islip Grange

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