A group called Long Island Orchestrating for Nature organized the protest, after what they say was a "massacre" of Canada geese families.
According to Suffolk County Commissioner of Health Dr. Gregson Pigott, bathing in bacteria-contaminated water can result in gastrointest ...
Beaches will reopen when further testing reveals that the bacteria have subsided to acceptable levels.
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A look at some recent arrests in the area.
After being postponed six times, NASA will try once again to launch a rocket into space. It may be visible from New York.
Officials dedicated the street renaming in honor of Sgt. Lawrence Guarnieri, a first-responder who died of a 9/11-related illness in 2014.
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Six students were selected out of 130 entries.
Hauppauge High School senior Luca Iallonardi rode his bike 100 miles to raise autism awareness in honor of his brother.
River otters have been expanding into new South Shore territory but need safe ways to navigate their new homes.
The students raised more than $1,000 for the Rusy Bohm Post 411 Auxiliary in Islip.
The 17-year-old received a Certificate of Recognition from town officials after appearing on the magazine cover and sharing her story.
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Now that marijuana has been legalized in New York, town officials want to know what residents think about selling it in town.
The local 17-year-old appeared in the magazine, sharing her experience preparing for college during the coronavirus pandemic.
The LI companies turned their lights on for one minute while Trooper Joseph Gallagher​, who died last week, was being laid to rest upstate.
The car crashed into the front of the home and continued through the house, ending up in the backyard.
Park Rangers and Fire Marshals graduated from the Town's New York State certified progra,s.
Which area in the Town of Islip has the worst potholes?
The new path, spanning over 14 miles, is now open to pedestrians and bicyclists.
"These boys are strong, resilient, and truly amazing kids who have now lost both their parents and need our support."
The restaurant will be raising money to help the 3-month-old son of a former employee who was recently diagnosed with cancer.
The local airport was among the top 10 list of best small airports in the country for 2021.
Blood drives and antibody testing are set for February to help people in need of blood transfusions.
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"It is the responsibility of each property owner or occupant to maintain a sidewalk free from obstruction by snow or ice."
The van will be be used to transport meals to homebound senior citizens during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Members of the public can vote online through Feb. 1.
Take a look back at some of the stories that had Patch readers talking in 2020.
Last week, 800 turkeys and 800 boxes containing all the trimmings for a holiday meal, were distributed at Casamento Park.
The fire broke out Saturday and took over two hours to put out.
The town will host a FREE Drive-In Movie Night, featuring ELF at Brookwood Hall on Friday, December 4th.
The plan is designed to minimize quarantine and take some of the stress out of travel while keeping New York healthy.
The Islip Park Ranger Association donated 12 Thanksgiving baskets to families within the community.
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.
The program supports residents in the Town of Islip.
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Moody’s Analytics, Inc. reaffirmed the Town’s financial Aaa status with a stable outlook for the 5th consecutive time.
Whether you've got the best brewery around or a music festival that rivals Coachella, tell us why your town should be a destination in 2018.