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The main message of this month’s edition of Great South Bay News (GSBN) is that better things are possible, and it will be on newsstands later this week. It wasn't intentionally planned this way, but the content clearly conveyed this message through both our words and images.

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Resolution to Better Things is the Prevailing Theme of the First Great South Bay News of 2026

Posted on January 21, 2026

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Between the Canals

Should Bird Window Collision Deterrents be Mandatory in New York?

Posted on December 29, 2025

When Charles Ferraro began to experience advanced memory loss, his wife, Barbara, and four children faced decisions no family wants to make. Known as “Chick” to those he loved, the longtime Bay Shore insurance agency owner, then in his mid-80s, could no longer live safely at home.

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Netherbay: A Senior Care Community Grows in Bay Shore

Posted on December 27, 2025

As a realtor, showing homes during the holidays has always been my favorite time of year. I truly love seeing the different ideas people have—from personalized stockings on a mantel or staircase to unique tree-decorating styles, both inside and out. Driving through neighborhoods at night during this season still reminds me of my childhood, when we’d ride around and “rate" holiday lights on a scale of 1 to 10. I must have known, deep down as a child, that real estate would be my lifelong profession. One of my personal and unique Christmas gift-giving traditions is my special gift-wrapping style, where all of my wrapping paper features complementary colors and patterns with no use of name tags. Only I know which pattern belongs to each person. This allows me to scatter the presents under the tree, and on Christmas morning, the fun begins as everyone gets their own swatch of paper and figures out which gifts are theirs. It adds some fun to tradition as everyone counts how many gifts under the tree share the same pattern and who was on Santa’s naughty or nice list.

Between the Canals

As a South Shore Realty Expert, what are some holiday gifts that you have noticed trending among clients, or are your personal secrets to gift-giving for the season?

Posted on December 22, 2025

In the heart of December, the holiday edition of Great South Bay News is on its way to newsstands, and we are confident it will enrich your celebrations.

Holiday Cheer is Here with Our December Edition of Great South Bay News

Posted on December 17, 2025

Fifth-grade students at Manetuck Elementary School in the West Islip Union Free School District kicked off the holiday season with a festive, hands-on activity, designing and decorating their own gingerbread houses alongside guests on Dec. 12.

Gingerbread Galore at Manetuck School in West Islip

Posted on December 16, 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

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

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.

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

Posted on November 19, 2025

November feels nostalgic along the Great South Bay, as the cool, salty coastal breezes blend with the scent of smoky fireplaces inviting us home. Our latest edition of Great South Bay News honors these cherished autumn traditions.

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TOUCHDOWN! The Rites of Autumn are Celebrated in the November Edition of Great South Bay News

Posted on November 12, 2025

Suffolk County is being granted a massive sum of money to help update and replace failing septic systems throughout the county. New York State Governor Kathy Hochul signed this movement into legislation just before August to allocate $30 million to help homeowners update their septic systems. Labeled as Legislation S8241-A/A8807, Suffolk County has secured $20 million of that funding.

Between the Canals

Suffolk County Secures $20 Million to Upgrade Septic Systems

Posted on October 25, 2025

A little over 50 years ago, the Suffolk County Farmland Preservation Program was launched based on a first-in-the-nation concept: the sale of “development rights.” Then-Suffolk County Executive John V.N. Klein was pivotal in 1974 to the inception of that program.

Behind the Dunes

Suffolk County Legislature Unanimously Passes “Working Waterfronts” Conservation Bill

Posted on October 24, 2025

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