13th annual Civil War Weekend held at the Grange

This past weekend, Oct. 16 and 17, the 13th annual Civil War Weekend was held at the Grange in Sayville. The event was a completely immersive experience that transported visitors back in time to both …

Connetquot hosts annual homecoming

A perfect fall afternoon and community pride was the backdrop for Connetquot Central School District’s annual homecoming parade and game, held on Oct. 9. Fun-filled activities started with …

Phantom pride displayed at homecoming

A sensational fall afternoon and community pride was the perfect backdrop for Bayport-Blue Point High School’s annual homecoming festivities, held on Oct. 16. The fun-filled activities …

SUFFOLK COUNTY

November voter ballot propositions explained

In the upcoming Nov. 2 election, Suffolk County voters will be asked to vote for four different ballot propositions. Prop 1: …
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MEET THE CANDIDATES: ELECTION DAY NOVEMBER 2ND

Receiver of taxes for Town of Islip Donovn Currey Donovan Currey was born on the island of …
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MEET THE CANDIDATES: ELECTION DAY NOVEMBER 2ND

Both a Queens and Long Island native, Darrin Green’s background exemplifies the true definition of public service. As …
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The Suffolk County New - October 21, 2021

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Sayville

A game for the ages!

The Sayville Golden Flashes stayed undefeated in their homecoming game against East Islip on Saturday, Oct. 16, defeating the Redmen, 51-44. The game started off uneasy for the Golden Flashes …

The nonprofits are back in Gillette House

When Charlene Lehmannn, executive director of the Chestene Coverdale Food Pantry in Sayville, got the call that the nonprofits who normally met at the Gillette House headquarters could finally return …

Main Street gem changes hands

When Kay Cameron was a child, was she drawn to sparkling stones? Did she have an aunt or relative whose necklaces, earrings, bracelets or rings set off a glamour-girl bell? “No,” …

Bayport

Say’ and Bay’ homecoming this weekend

As the honored Americana tradition of homecoming returns to the South Shore after a year of COVID restrictions, local schools are making an effort to come back as strong as years past. In …

Mason volunteer needed for memorial mural for Gabby Petito

Famed, local, muralist, Tess Parker, who is the brilliant and community-nuanced artist behind the Oakdale mural at the Idle Hour Deli, the USPS mural at the West Sayville post office, and logo mural …

‘I’m so proud of her'

During a press conference on Sept. 28 the Petito and Schmidt family displayed new tattoos honoring their daughter and spoke about the need for the same attention to be shown to all missing persons as …

Food & Drink

Best barking coffee around

Otto, a just-over-1-year-old puppy, is the face of an exciting new brew company based in East Islip. Otto’s Coffee Shop is …
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Anniversary with a view

REVIEW- SNAPPER INN Celebrating at the Snapper Inn was made easy with the incredible waitstaff, especially if you are lucky enough …
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Cooking with a Veteran

This is a great surprise one-pot-dish for people who love mac and cheese. I love to cook this in a coated cast iron so I can go from …
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Eat, drink and paddle

Burning calories while consuming them is now possible. No, this is not a dream. This is the reality at Paddle Pub, a pedal-powered …
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REVIEW: The quest for the best lobster roll

Losing the pandemic weight gain definitely stopped being a priority when Suffolk County News and The Long Island Advance decided to …
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A little Paris in Sayville

The storefront at 52 South Main Street beckons with a welcoming, “Hello, come in Madame, Mademoiselle, Monsieur!” vibe. There are …
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School News

Sayville, Bayport Blue Point, and Connetquot Graduations

Graduations made a triumphant return to their expected, full-crowd jubilation this year as pandemic rules were relaxed. Earlier in the month, local graduations were similar to last year’s …

"Most Glamorous" Prom Groups for Bayport Blue Point High School

The Bayport-Blue Point High School prom was held on Monday, June 21 at The Barn at Old Bethpage …
Students and community walk together in strength

The Sayville community held a S.T.R.I.D.E.S. Community Walk to celebrate the qualities of strength and …
Debating masks in schools

There was plenty of debate on Thursday night at Sayville’s board of education meeting when parents …

Parents debate masking students

The Bayport-Blue Point Board of Education meeting held on Tuesday, June 8, lasted over three hours, …
Coming out to a community

The journey of transitioning is one that is deeply personal, but for Rani Faye Brandt, an art …
Girls lax uses home-field advantage

Last week, the Sayville girls varsity lacrosse team used their leverage of home-field advantage …

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Arts

An opera worth waiting for

When the Julia Roberts character in “Pretty Woman” sees an opera for the first time, she is moved to hysterical tears and frenzied applause. I have been an operagoer for nearly 20 …

Oakdale will rock you this weekend

Continuing its repertory of dynamic, visual feasts with a dollop of nostalgia, the CM Performing Arts Center in Oakdale will be opening “We Will Rock You” on Saturday, Aug. 7. The …

A fun time at the outdoor flea market

Vendors converged to take part in an annual outdoor flea market put on by Remember Yesteryears Vintage Center. The market took place in the Lighthouse Commons parking lot and brought out nearly …

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Police dog dies suddenly

SCPD Canine Dies From Sudden Illness Dallas V served the residents of Suffolk for more than 5 years The Suffolk County Police Department is mourning the loss of active duty canine Dallas V, a …

Battle of the Badges

In a fantastic comeback win from behind, the Suffolk County Lawmen softball team overcame the Nassau County Lawmen, 39-37, in the Battle of the Badges at Baseball Heaven in Yaphank. The Suffolk …

Happy Father's Day!

As we celebrate the fathers in our lives this Sunday, it’s important to remember that all the long hours at work are for the family to flourish. The Long Island Advance held a photo contest …