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Saturday, March 14, Bay Shore Brightwaters St. Patrick's Day Parade Kicking off at 2 p.m. at Saxon Avenue and Main Street, Grand Marshal Denise Gibson will lead the parade down Bay Shore Main Street. Local businesses and restaurants will offer special menu items to celebrate Irish heritage in the community. For details, visit bsbwstpatricksparade.com.

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Posted on March 13, 2026

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Posted on March 12, 2026

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.

SCPD Arrest Bay Shore Man with Two Others for Possessing Molotov Cocktails

Posted on March 10, 2026

Friday, March 6 Women’s Comedy Mash-Up Benefit Show Join the Islip Arts Council for a night of women-led comedy to benefit the arts in our community. Held at Islip Arts Council Gallery, 1701 Sunrise Highway, Bay Shore, at 7 p.m., enjoy fiercely funny ladies in a night of stand-up and big laughs. Lineup curated by Karen Anderson, hosted by Brian Cutaia. Tickets in advance: $22; at the door: $25. For more details, visit isliparts.org.

Movies, Music, and a Little March Mischief: Things To Do Along the Great South Bay This Week

Posted on March 6, 2026

It could be argued that Long Island is a sister of the Emerald Isle, and that may be why we love Saint Patrick's Day so much. Lucky for us, there is at least one St. Patrick's Day parade nearly every weekend through the month of March.

Saint Patrick’s Day Along the Great South Bay and Beyond: Parades in 2026

Posted on March 1, 2026

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February Morphs Into March: Things Going On This Week Along the Great South Bay

Posted on February 26, 2026

Denise Gibson is a marketing and development specialist who spent nearly 15 years as a television network account executive at CBS. She also grew up in Bay Shore. Gibson has remained dedicated to St. Patrick’s Day and has used her talents to keep the Bay Shore-Brightwaters St. Patrick’s Day Parade financially sustainable. Her dedication is now being recognized as she becomes the third woman to be named Grand Marshal of this favorite Great South Bay event.

Denise Gibson: Grand Marshal of the 2026 Bay Shore-Brightwaters St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Posted on February 22, 2026

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The Last Week of February: Things to Do in the Great South Bay Neighborhoods

Posted on February 20, 2026

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.

SCPD Arrest Bellport Man for Drug Impaired Driving After Bay Shore Fatally

Posted on February 13, 2026

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February Thaw: Things to Do Along the Great South Bay this Week

Posted on February 13, 2026

Saturday, January 31 Sweets and Treats Expo If you’ve got a sweet tooth and love shopping small, visit the Sweets and Treats Expo at Great South Bay Brewery, 25 Drexel Drive, Bay Shore, from noon to 6 p.m. The full-scale indulgence brings together artisan sweets, gourmet treats, and interactive experiences, all under one roof at the brewery! Whether you’re searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift, planning a fun weekend outing, or just ready to treat yourself, this event delivers something for everyone. For details, visit greatsouthbaybrewery.com.

So Long January, Hello February! What’s Happening this Weekend and the Week Ahead Along the Great South Bay

Posted on January 29, 2026

Excitement was in the air as over 900 Girl Scouts descended upon South Shore Mall on the evening of Jan. 16 to kick off the 2026 cookie season. Activities included a “Girl Scouts Got Talent” show, where finalists performed their own original Girl Scout Cookie songs, along with cookie previews and creative snacks. Girl Scouts also created their own original social media content as part of the “Media Girls” program.

Girl Scouts of Suffolk County Take Over South Shore Mall with “Cookie Palooza” in Bay Shore… and a new cookie was debuted!

Posted on January 22, 2026

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