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Each day, dozens of Long Island sewage treatment plants (STPs) view the wastewater discharge remaining after treatment as a liability—something that needs to be disposed of. However, at one facility, a different view has taken hold: wastewater is viewed as an asset to be recycled for valuable purposes.

Twice is Nice: Water Reuse on Long Island

Posted on April 8, 2026

On April 18, music fans will line up outside Buddha Belly Records in Sayville before sunrise, hoping to get their hands on rare vinyl releases available for just one day each year. Record Store Day is an annual event, first held in 2008, to honor independent record stores and their culture. The event focuses on exclusive vinyl releases made specifically for that day and only available at brick-and-mortar record shops. Owner Michael Gerhardt is preparing for what he expects will be one of the busiest days of the year. Doors will open at 8 a.m., and customers can buy limited-edition records on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition to the exclusive releases, the store plans to host live music, raffles, and giveaways.

Sayville

Buddha Belly Records Prepares for Record Store Day as Owner’s Lifelong Passion for Music Shapes Sayville Shop

Posted on April 6, 2026

Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) Aviation Section officers assisted a 15-year-old who was trapped in the mud while trying to leave Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge on Sunday night.

SCPD Rescues Teen Stuck in Mud at Shirley’s Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge

Posted on April 6, 2026

A boating party of four adults endured over three harrowing hours off the coast of Fire Island, in the open Atlantic Ocean, before the dramatic U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) water rescue was safely achieved.

Oakdale

Four Boaters Rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard Offshore of Fire Island

Posted on April 5, 2026

Mayor James S. Mallott is running for another four-year term as mayor of the Village of Ocean Beach and will be challenged by Village Trustee Ian Levine. Both Mallott and Levine were among the candidates for elected office who participated in the Ocean Beach Association’s (OBA) annual winter meeting on March 24, held on Zoom.

Ocean Beach Village Election Candidates Present Themselves at OBA Winter Meeting

Posted on April 4, 2026

The one-way alternating traffic pattern that started this week between Ocean Parkway and the Robert Moses Causeway bridge system is expected to continue throughout the month, weather permitting, according to the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) announcement on March 30. Flaggers have been stationed from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. since then to monitor traffic flow.

Lane Closures on the Robert Moses Causeway Expected to Continue Through April

Posted on April 3, 2026

The Town of Brookhaven held a public meeting on March 27 to present its corrective measures plan for a toxic plume emanating from the town landfill in Yaphank, but community advocates say the proposal falls far short of what's needed.

Brookhaven Presents Cleanup Plan for Landfill Plume, but Some Say Measures are Inadequate

Posted on April 2, 2026

Sunday, April 5 (10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m.) Easter Brunch at the Long Island Aquarium Enjoy a delicious Easter brunch at the waterfront Sea Star Ballroom inside the Long Island Aquarium, located at 431 East Main Street, Riverhead. Guests can indulge in a traditional brunch fare, participate in a craft station, and meet the Easter Bunny! Finish your day with a visit to the Aquarium and join the Penguin Scavenger “Egg Hunt!” Admission to the Aquarium is included with the brunch ticket. Celebrate the holiday with an activity the entire family will enjoy! Dining is available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. To reserve a spot, visit longislandaquarium.com.

The First Week of April: What’s Happening this Weekend and Week Ahead Along and Near Great South Bay Long Island

Posted on April 2, 2026

March is Women’s History Month, and what better way to feel inspired than by reading about exceptional trailblazers who worked hard to achieve their dreams? This is especially true for Joan MacNaughton, the author behind Forever Dancing, whose story reflects determination, creativity, and a lifelong passion for dance and performing.

Books & Authors

Women’s History Month Read: Leaping into “Forever Dancing”

Posted on March 31, 2026

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Suffolk County Police Seeks Public Help in Locating West Babylon Missing Teen

Posted on March 30, 2026

Just days before the 53rd anniversary of the withdrawal of the last American troops from Vietnam on March 29, 1073, the Town of Islip honored the brave men and women who served in the Vietnam War with a ceremony, to remind them that their sacrifices, resilience, and dedication will never be forgotten.

Town of Islip Holds Ceremony to Commemorate National Vietnam War Veterans Day

Posted on March 27, 2026

Despite the coldest winter on Long Island in over a decade and the feeling that it will never end, the cycle of seasons must commence. As the frozen tundra-like island finally thaws, it means the beginning of the crop season is about to begin. Farmers of both organic and traditional farms will rev up their tractors, plow their fields, and plant their seeds as the threat of a dreary winter’s last frost nears. U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand already has the spring chapter opened in her book. On January 30, 2026, the 17-year-long Senator joined 14 other lawmakers in reintroducing the Opportunities in Organic Act to legislation.

Organic Farming Act Could Help Bring More Organic Farms to Long Island

Posted on March 27, 2026

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