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

Posted on February 13, 2026

LIMEHOF Celebrates Great South Bay Talent in Upcoming Performances

Posted on February 10, 2026

Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) arrested a man for multiple felonies after he burglarized an occupied apartment in Sayville. on Friday, Feb. 6.

Sayville

SCPD Arrest Man for Sayville Burglary

Posted on February 7, 2026

Thursday, January 29 Disney’s “Newsies” Opening Night Disney’s Newsies: The Broadway Musical comes to the Argyle Theatre in Babylon Village, 34 West Main Street, Babylon, with showtimes running through March 22. Choreographed by Trent Soyster, directed by Tommy Ranieri, and under the musical direction of Jonathan Brenner, this turn-of-the-century classic is a spectacular adaptation of the Broadway musical. For tickets and more information, visit argyletheatre.com.

The Waning of January: Things to Do in the Week Ahead Around Great South Bay and South Shore Long Island

Posted on January 22, 2026

The Bay Area Friends of the Fine Arts Gallery (BAFFA) in Sayville opened a new photography exhibit in January, featuring the work of three local artists: Rob Verbeck, Pat DeLuca, and Carol Rosenthal.

Sayville

Sayville’s BAFFA Gallery to Showcase “Chasing the Light” Photography Exhibit

Posted on January 14, 2026

Hunter, who is not a bad kid, but he does like to bully other students. He gets a taste of his own medicine when he returns to school in a dream to find that everyone has become a zombie, and he is now the outcast. This is a heartfelt and funny play that teaches a valuable lesson about friends and belonging. The play by Roger Emerson and John Jacobson will be performed live one night only by the students of Woodhull Elementary School. Refreshments will follow. The play is free, but reservations are requested by calling 631-583-5626.

Beat the January Blues: Things to Do this Week Along the Great South Bay

Posted on January 10, 2026

On January 5, Suffolk County Legislator Anthony Piccirillo, who represents the 8th District—covering the hamlets of Oakdale, West Sayville, Sayville, and Bayport—was sworn in as Presiding House Officer at the annual reorganization meeting of the Suffolk County Legislature.

Oakdale

Anthony Piccirillo Sworn in as Suffolk County Legislature Presiding Officer

Posted on January 8, 2026

The first day of November started with about 30 first responder units, 60 volunteer actors, and other emergency service agencies participating in a mass-casualty incident drill at the Sayville Ferry Terminal. Onlookers might have thought the worst, but the Suffolk County Police Department and media outlets helped spread the word to avoid misunderstandings.

Sayville

A First Responder Drill in Sayville Prepares for Real-Life Events in the Great South Bay and Beyond

Posted on December 29, 2025

On October 1, 2025, the United States government shutdown began. Republicans and Democrats couldn't reach an agreement on arbitration and federal funding. While the average person might not pay much attention, this event affected countless lives. Federal agencies had to halt operations and lay off employees considered “non-essential.”

Sayville

The 2025 Government Shutdown and its Impacts on South Shore Residents

Posted on December 28, 2025

Fire Island Lighthouse in snow

Christmas is Done, But the Fun’s Just Begun! Late December /Early January Things to Do Over Holiday Break Along the Great South Bay

Posted on December 26, 2025

It was a mild and tranquil Christmas Day on Fire Island, as all who stayed here over the holiday can attest. However, after the holiday bliss, residents who live here year-round woke up to no electricity as early as 2 a.m. this morning. The outage appears to extend from the Atlantique community through the western half of Ocean Beach. PSEG Long Island has not responded to our questions about the cause of this outage. Power was restored at approximately 12:15 p.m. Over the past nine hours, affected households used their emergency power generators, if available—those who did not waited it out.

Power Outages and Ferry Service Suspensions Greet Fire Island the Day After Christmas

Posted on December 26, 2025

Saturday, December 20 Meet Santa at Willy Nilly Trading Cue the sleigh bells—the magic of the holiday season comes alive. Santa will make one last appearance at the Willy Nilly Trading Christmas Store on December 20, from 1 to 4 p.m., before he prepares for his busy week ahead! A visit with Santa is free, and there is a complimentary candy cane for the kids! Plus, you can take magical photos with Santa on your mobile device. Friends and family are welcome. Willy Nilly Trading is located at 153 West Main Street in Bay Shore.

Countdown to Christmas Day on the Great South Bay: December Things Do This Weekend and the Week Ahead

Posted on December 18, 2025

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