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Shoshanna McCollum is the Editor-in-Chief of Fire Island News and Great South Bay News, as well as the Managing Editor for Dan’s NYC, all under the direction of Schneps Media.

“Unfortunately, and despite our warnings and advice to leave [Fire Island] while conditions allowed, many decided not only to stay but to come over to the island,” scolded Ocean Beach Mayor James Mallott in an emailed newsletter on the afternoon of Sept. 26, during the height of the nor’easter. “These decisions put themselves and their families in danger and jeopardized our first responders who had to answer calls that never should have been.”
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Nor’easter Floods Fire Island and Triggers Rescues Despite One Mayor’s Warnings

Posted on September 27, 2026
All ferry carriers along the Great South Bay, including Fire Island Ferries, Inc. in Bay Shore; Sayville Ferry Service; and the Patchogue-based Davis Park Ferry, have announced service suspensions ahead of the nor'easter predicted to head toward Long Island over the coming weekend.
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Fire Island Ferry Carriers Cancel Weekend Service Ahead of Storm

Posted on September 25, 2026
Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) Marine Bureau officers rescued a 68-year-old man in the Great South Bay this morning, a quarter mile offshore of Sore Thumb Beach,
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Suffolk County Marine Bureau Officers Rescue Man Save Man in Kayak Near Sore Thumb Beach

Posted on September 23, 2026
Saturday, September 12 (3 p.m.) 60th Annual Miss Fire Island Pageant The Ice Palace, 1 Main Walk, Cherry Grove, is thrilled to announce this year’s Miss Fire Island Pageant, featuring hosts Logan Hardcore, 2011 Miss Fire Island, and Ariel Sinclair, 2002 Miss Fire Island. This year’s theme, “There’s No Place Like Home,” is a subtle nod to the classic film The Wizard of Oz. A special All Stars category will feature past pageant winners. Contestants can win up to $3,000 in prizes! Experience the spectacle in person at 3 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit redeyetickets.com/events/miss-fire-island-pageant-2026. Sunday, September 13 (1 p.m.) Miss Isle of Fire Contest The 6th Annual Miss Isle of Fire contest will be held at The Island Mermaid, 780 Bay Walk, Ocean Beach. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., and the show begins at 1 p.m. Whether you’re a fan or a first-timer, this event is all about good vibes and great company. Spend the afternoon cheering on your favorites and soaking up every minute of the action! This fun, fierce competition costs $55 per person. For tickets and more information, call (631) 583-8088.
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Pride and Pageantry in September: Fire Island and South Shore Things To Do Over the Weekend and the Week Ahead

Posted on September 10, 2026
The Suffolk County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) has increased its cash reward offering to $3,000 for anyone with information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or people responsible for the intentional drowning of a turtle in Geiger Park Lake, located in the hamlet of Deer Park within the Town of Babylon.
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Suffolk County SPCA Increases Cash Reward After Death of Turtle Babylon Submerged in Babylon Town Park Lake

Posted on September 6, 2026
In our last issue of Fire Island News, our cover art featured an image of Davis Park Ferry’s vessel, Kiki, arriving at shore on Fire Island. In this issue, a painting of Kiki shows the vessel departing Fire Island and heading back across the Great South Bay. Victoria Schneps, Founder of Schneps Media, personally chose the cover artwork. She had long been searching for an image of a ferry making the journey back home to the mainland to close out our summer season. Jane Corbellini delivered exactly what she was looking for—with both technical skill and grace.
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Meet the Fire ISland News Cover Artist: Jane Corbellini

Posted on September 5, 2026
Sunday, September 6 (noon-4 p.m.) The Davis Park Art Show This Fire Island favorite event takes place on Labor Day Weekend, rain or shine, at the Most Precious Blood Church. Original artworks, textiles, and jewelry all made by hand by local artists and craftspeople are available for sale at reasonable prices.
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Labor Day Weekend and the Week in September That Follows

Posted on September 4, 2026
Fifty-three-year-old John Kennedy, a resident of St. James and art teacher at Bay Shore High School, was arrested by the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) on Sept. 3 for the alleged stalking of an 18-year-old woman who had been a former student of his.
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Bay Shore High School Teacher Arrested for Stalking Former Student

Posted on September 4, 2026
That’s a wrap! We have had a busy and productive summer, but all things must pass. Our Sept. 4 issue of Fire Island News marks the end of the season with farewells, a touch of nostalgia, and stays on point with current, relevant topics.
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The Last 2026 Issue of Fire Island News Hits Newsstands Ahead of Labor Day Weekend

Posted on September 3, 2026
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Meet the Cover Artist: Heather Arnold

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Swastikas and phallic symbols, crudely drawn in colored chalk, were seen along public walkways in Ocean Beach late afternoon on August 25.
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Hate Symbols and Offensive Graffiti in Chalk Found on Fire Island in Ocean Beach Village

Posted on August 28, 2026
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  • A frightfully fun way to dive into the Halloween season awaits at CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Highway in Oakdale. Their kooky, spooky production of The Addams Family will haunt audiences through November 1. CM’S The Addams Family is a Halloween Treat!
  • On August 22, the CM Performing Arts Center (CMPAC) at 931 Montauk Highway in Oakdale celebrated the opening night of Rocky: The Musical. After a brief Broadway run in 2014, Rocky: The Musical was rarely staged; this is the first time Long Island audiences can experience the story in their own neighborhood. “Rocky: The Musical” Makes Long Island Premiere at CM Performing Arts Center
  • Friday, August 28 (7 p.m.) Lilacs & Roses: Book Signing and Poetry Reading The Babylon Village Historical Society and the Babylon Village Arts Council invite you to an evening of poetry, inspiration, and celebration at the Babylon Village Museum, 117 W Main St., Babylon. Local published poets Cheryl Babirad and Christie Leigh Babirad will read poems aloud and chat with participants. Join the community’s creative side at this fun evening event! This event is FREE and open to all! For details, visit babylonvillagehistoricalsociety.org. As August Turns Into September: What To Do This Weekend and the Week Ahead on Fire Island and Along the Great South Bay
  • Immerse yourself in the whimsical world of William Shakespeare, right in your own neighborhood! Each summer, in addition to art classes, concerts, movie nights, and showcases, the Islip Arts Council (IAC) presents a free Shakespeare in the Park series throughout the Town of Islip. This year, a small group of actors from Studio Theatre of Long Island will enchant audiences with their production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. A Summer Night Full of Magic and Shakespeare with the Islip Arts Council
  • Kawaii Art Workshop   Saturday, August 8 (11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.) Kids can explore the playful world of Kawaii art during a beginner-friendly workshop hosted by the Islip Arts Council on Saturday, August 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The one-hour class will introduce young artists to the fundamentals of Kawaii-style drawing, including color, shapes, shading, and technique. Students will learn how to create adorable Kawaii-style animals and objects while building the skills needed for further study of the art form. The class costs $25 and will take place at the Islip Arts Council’s Offices & Gallery at South Shore Mall in Bay Shore, next to Dick’s Sporting Goods.  Summer in August: Things To Do this Weekend and the Week Ahead Along the Great South Bay and on Fire Island

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  • Kawaii Art Workshop   Saturday, August 8 (11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.) Kids can explore the playful world of Kawaii art during a beginner-friendly workshop hosted by the Islip Arts Council on Saturday, August 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The one-hour class will introduce young artists to the fundamentals of Kawaii-style drawing, including color, shapes, shading, and technique. Students will learn how to create adorable Kawaii-style animals and objects while building the skills needed for further study of the art form. The class costs $25 and will take place at the Islip Arts Council’s Offices & Gallery at South Shore Mall in Bay Shore, next to Dick’s Sporting Goods.  Summer in August: Things To Do this Weekend and the Week Ahead Along the Great South Bay and on Fire Island
  • While visitors often come to Fire Island with a dining reservation or two in mind, locals know there’s a rhythm to eating here, one that embraces the cravings that come with a day spent under the sun. To live like a local, you have to eat like one, too! Dining Like a Local: An Unofficial Guide to Snacking, Sipping, and Dining on Fire Island
  • Fire Island Water Taxi cut through the Great South Bay as the afternoon sun started to turn everything golden. Jeff and I had decided to make a proper night of it: Low Tea at the Blue Whale, the Barn on Fire presentation at Whyte Hall, dinner at Pines Bistro, and dancing at the Pavilion. Date Night Fire Island: Dinner, a Show, and Dancing Under the Stars
  • Situated across from the Cherry Grove dock, Top of the Bay Bistro on Fire Island offers stunning views of the Great South Bay — along with an exceptional American Nouveau menu, fabulous cocktails, and live entertainment weekly. This summer, Executive Chef Xavier Alcequiez has taken full rein of the establishment, with former proprietor Ron King remaining behind the scenes and discreetly supporting Alcequiez and the team in any way he can. Xavier Alcequiez: Taking the Reins at Top of the Bay Birstro in Cherry Grove
  • News 12’s Erin Colton Returns to the Ocean Beach Chamber of Commerce 3rd Annual Top Toque Cooking Contest

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