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Smithtown Opioid Task Force Formed to Fight Addiction
The Smithtown Town Board has taken a decisive step in the fight against opioid addiction by unanimously approving the creation of an Opioid and Addiction Task Force. The initiative, passed during the February 4...
Legislator Kennedy Engages with Farmingdale Nursing Students
Cover credit - Office of Legislator Leslie Kennedy
Earlier this month, Suffolk County Legislator Leslie Kennedy (R-Nesconset) met with nursing students from Farmingdale State College for an engaging discussion about the evolving field of nursing...
Smithtown Senior Center: A Grandson’s Tribute to a Community That Cares
When Christopher Okrent, a twenty-five-year-old Human Services major at St. Joseph’s University, needed to choose an organization for his college paper, the decision was deeply personal. He didn’t pick a random charity or a...
Endearing Song: Madame Cornelie Meysenheim
By Ellyn Okvist, B.Sc.
Blessings on this earth happen often, but miraculous talent and infinite recognition come once in a lifetime. History has a habit of coming to us when we least expect it, as...
In Memoriam: Ken Maher Jr.
By Ashley Pavlakis
Lifelong St. James resident Kenneth Maher Jr. passed away on January 3, 2025, at the age of 43. Maher Jr. was a beloved member of his community and was always gracious to...
Year-End Traditions
By Ellyn Okvist, B.Sc.
“Tradition: the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation, or the fact of being passed on in this way.”Tradition stories are not merely entertainment; they are the lifeblood of...
Assemblyman Smith’s Record Toy Drive Brings Holiday Hope
In a powerful demonstration of compassion and community spirit, Assemblyman Doug Smith’s 14th Annual Holiday Toy Drive has set a new record, collecting over $10,000 worth of toys for families affected by domestic violence,...
Hometown Hero
There are many ways to determine what makes a hometown hero, but this may be a little more out of the box than you are used to. This is about a local entrepreneur, a...
Centereach F.D. Member Honored for Selfless Service
Cover photo: Lauren and her husband Don (Credit - Diane Caudullo)
For such a time as this. Imagine when you meet someone by chance and you just happen to hit it off. A friendship...
Mattera Launches Holiday Donation Drive to Support Families
Senator Mario Mattera (R-St. James) has kicked off a holiday donation drive aimed at spreading joy and hope to families in need. The initiative invites residents to donate toys, pajamas, and food to benefit...
Patchogue Lights Up the Season with Annual Holiday Boat Parade
Photo credit - Cait Crudden
The Village of Patchogue ushered in the holiday season with its annual Holiday Boat Parade this past weekend, an event that has become a cherished tradition for residents and visitors...
Suffolk County Leaders Honor Veterans at Long Island State Veterans Home Celebration
This past week, community members, Veterans, and public officials commemorated Veterans Day at the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook. The event, which attracted attendees from across Suffolk County, including, but not...
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