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In 1960, on Long Island, the remains of a thriving Native American tribal community were uncovered during excavation for a model airplane strip on Beach Drive in West Islip, near the Captree Bridge along the shores of the Great South Bay.

Long Island’s Local Native Americans and the Thanksgiving Proclamations

Posted on November 26, 2025

If you’ve ever dreamed of attending a haunted mansion party, the Seatuck Environmental Association Bats & Brews Annual Fundraiser at the Historic Scully Estate is the ultimate annual event to put on your radar. Each October, the community eagerly anticipates this notorious evening brimming with never-ending servings of beer, fresh food from local restaurants, live music, and a fascinating lecture that ties it all together. Greeted by the glow of string lights and the faint hum of excitement in the autumn air, guests trickle in for a night of excitement. Bats & Brews is not only a celebration but also a statement of support for local conservation efforts, with enthusiasm for the cause radiating from every corner of the impressive mansion.

Dining

A “Brew-tiful” Night in Islip: Seatuck Environmental Association’s Bats & Brews Benefit Returns

Posted on November 25, 2025

One of the most painful aspects of life is mourning a loved one's passing. Receiving signs and messages from the Other Side can be a great source of comfort, giving us the strength and will to go on without them. These heavenly messages prove that death ends a life but not our relationship with a deceased loved one.

Day in the Life

Signs from the Other Side

Posted on November 25, 2025

As we head deeper into fall on the South Shore, the market has shifted into a steadier rhythm. After a busy summer, activity has leveled out. According to Zillow, average home values across the South Shore range from $640K to $720K, with modest growth of 1–3% over the past year. Homes are still going under contract within about 30 days, which shows that demand remains strong even as things cool down seasonally. Inventory remains the most significant factor: There aren’t enough homes to meet demand, which is keeping prices stable. Buyers are still out there, but they’re focused and want clean, move-in-ready homes, not projects. For sellers, this is the perfect chance to stand out. With fewer listings competing for attention, the houses that show well and are priced strategically are the ones that move. Overall, it’s a healthy fall market—grounded, steady, and full of opportunity for anyone clear on their next step.

Between the Canals

As we head deeper into the fall season on the South Shore, are trends pointing toward steady activity, a slowdown, or new opportunities?

Posted on November 24, 2025

Bayport-Blue Point High School

Homecoming Celebration Take Center Stage Across Great South Bay School Districts

Posted on November 23, 2025

An Islip Terrace man was arrested today for an East Islip fire, believed to be arson, following an investigation by the Suffolk County Police Department after a structure fire took place at a popular bar/restaurant on Thursday night.

Man Arrested for Setting Fire to an East Islip Restaurant

Posted on November 21, 2025

Will New York Governor Kathy Hochul sign or again veto a bill to protect horseshoe crabs that, by large majorities, passed again in the State Legislature earlier this year? Hochul vetoed the same bill last year.

Long Islanders Call on Gov. Hochul to Sign the Horseshoe Crab Protection Bill into Law

Posted on November 21, 2025

Free music at the best bookshop in Indy Sayville begins at 2 p.m. Featured bands include Dan Board Hula Mat, Ang, Pin Cushion, and Bad Guise. The bands might be edgy, but Tiny Raccoon Books is a family-friendly place, located at 277 Railroad Avenue in Sayville.

November Through Thanksgiving: South Shore Events Happening Before and After Turkey Day

Posted on November 20, 2025

New York State Governor Kathy Hochul’s recent announcement of an $8 million award from the Empire State Long Island Investment Fund couldn’t come at a better time for the Carriage House Development on Patchogue’s Main Street.

State Money Gives a Boost to Patchogue’s Carriage House Development

Posted on November 20, 2025

Juliann Bachmann, age 30 and a resident of Bellport, was pronounced dead at NYU Langone Hospital in Patchogue on May 16. She had been found that morning at 7:25 a.m. by the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD), injured and in an unresponsive state, inside a vehicle parked at a Speedway gas station on Horseblock Road in Yaphank.

Teen Stabs Teen in Brightwaters Village

Posted on November 20, 2025

The once extravagant William K. Vanderbilt Estate, Idle Hour, has been an eyesore to the community since Dowling College closed its doors nine years ago. Plagued by vandals and delinquent activity, the once architectural jewel of Gilded Age Estates has been a burden to the surrounding community and remained unutilized until recently.

Oakdale

Dowling Campus to be Used for Police Training, but Still Faces an Uncertain Future

Posted on November 19, 2025

The roof of El Greko kitchen in Montego Bay, Jamaica destroyed during the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

Caribbean Life

Surviving Melissa: How ChatGPT helped us weather Jamaica’s Category 5 fury

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