Unemployment Rate Improves In Fire Island Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Suffolk County is lower than the New York average.

Suffolk County Publishes Coronavirus Case Update For July 4

All travelers, domestic and international, should continue to follow all CDC travel requirements.

Suffolk County Publishes Coronavirus Case Update For July 3

All travelers, domestic and international, should continue to follow all CDC travel requirements.

3 Beaches Closed To Bathing In Suffolk County

Beaches will reopen when further testing reveals that the bacteria have subsided to acceptable levels.

2021 College Aid: How Fire Island Area Compares In Application Rates

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

Suffolk County Publishes Coronavirus Update For June 25

Hospitalization, Suffolk County, data is from June 24.

Suffolk County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Fire Island area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Saltaire Home 'Significantly Damaged' In Blaze: Fire Department

Roughly 90 firefighters and EMTs from seven departments responded to the Friday morning blaze.

Fire Island Association: Brookhaven Agrees To Take Part In $1.5B FIMP Shoreline Protection Project

Supporters have said the plan represents the best chance to save Fire Island and the South Shore from future floods.

Suffolk County Government Publishes Coronavirus Case Update For June 19

Includes information on Isolation and Quarantine, FAQs Regarding School Reopening.

Fire Island Area Home Prices Up Recently

Home prices have increased dramatically in the Fire Island area since the pandemic began.

Suffolk County Government Publishes Coronavirus Case Update For June 12

Includes information on viral and antibody testing, telemedicine, blood plasma donations, mental health resources.

Fire Island Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

Suffolk County's unemployment rate is lower than the New York average.

Father's Day Surprise: Share Photo On Fire Island Patch

Publish a photo of pops on the Fire Island Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Suffolk County Government Publishes Coronavirus Update For June 5

Click the link below for more information.

Fire Island Clinics To Provide Summer Healthcare

The Northwell Health Immediate Care Centers in Ocean Beach, Cherry Grove and Saltaire are open for the season.

Suffolk County Health Department Issues Advisory Against Bathing At 65 Beaches

An interactive map of beach closures and advisories can be found here: https://ny.healthinspections.us/ny_beaches/.

Officers Rescue 2 Men From Sinking Sailboat

The two men were stranded on the sinking boat and unable to get off safely due to high seas early Saturday.

The Digital Divide: How Wide In Fire Island Area?

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

Officers Rescue Man Whose Kayak Overturned In Great South Bay

The man was treated for exposure to cold water after his kayak overturned in the bay Tuesday morning.

Graduation 2021: Surprise Your Graduate By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Fire Island Patch.

Rent Estimates In Fire Island Area

The fair market rent for a two-bedroom rental increased from the previous year.

Suffolk County Coronavirus Vaccinations, Cases: Latest Info

This is how the Fire Island area compares to New York and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

Mother's Day Surprise: Share Photo On Fire Island Patch

Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the Fire Island Patch.

College Financial Aid Applications In Fire Island Area: Compare To NY

FAFSA completions are down nationally. Here is how Fire Island area high schools have done so far.

Update: Hospital Capacity In Fire Island Area

See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Suffolk County and across NY.

Fire Island Area Home Prices Up In Past Year

Here is how much home prices have changed over the past year in Suffolk County area.

Suffolk County Coronavirus Vaccination, Cases: Latest Info

This is how the Fire Island area compares to New York and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

Federal Tax Refunds In Suffolk County: How Do Yours Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Suffolk County neighbors.

Coronavirus Cases Up In Fire Island Area Despite Vaccination Increase

Here is how New York is doing compared to other states in the race to vaccinate residents.

Fire Island Area Increases Share Of College Grads

The percentage of residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been increasing in the U.S. Here's how it’s changed in Suffolk County.

Second Grader’s Birthday Grants Wishes For Animals

Arianna La Rose recently turned her birthday into a philanthropic project aimed at helping others.

Woodhull First Grader Honored In National Handwriting Contest

Philip G. Tamberino recently showcased his perfect penmanship skills in the Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest.

Fire Island Area Bankruptcies In Year Of Coronavirus: See Data

Here's how the pandemic affected bankruptcies in Suffolk County. Experts warn of a likely surge in coming years.

How Close Are Fire Island Area Hospitals To Capacity? Update

Here is the latest data on which hospitals are nearing capacity in Suffolk County as the pandemic wanes.

How Reliable Is Your New York Power Utility?

See how well power providers in the Fire Island area and across NY serve their electric customers.

Hospital Capacity In Fire Island Area: Weekly Update

New federal data shows how the waning coronavirus epidemic is affecting hospitals in Suffolk County.

How Coronavirus Is Affecting Fire Island Area Nursing Homes: Weekly Update

The federal government is tracking the decline of COVID-19 cases in nursing homes, including in the Fire Island area.

Weekly Update: How COVID-19 Is Affecting Fire Island Nursing Homes

The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including in Fire Island.

How Close Are Fire Island Area Hospitals To Capacity? Weekly Update

Here is the latest federal data on hospital capacity, including ICUs, in Suffolk County.