Senator Steve Rhoads attended the annual Bethpage Street Fair, a beloved three-day event hosted by the Bethpage Chamber of Commerce that brings the entire community together. With live music, delicious food, carnival rides, and a wide variety of local vendors, the fair offers fun and

Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) has been recognized as a 2025-26 Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report, ranking in the top 10 in the state. SBUH climbed to a No. 10 ranking overall in New York State out of more than 203 hospitals statewide, up from No. 12 in the state last year. […]

One out of every eight women in the United States will develop breast cancer in her lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society.  However, early detection significantly increases the chances of successful treatment and survival. To help improve access to screenings, New York State Sen. Monica R. Martinez is partnering with Stony Brook Medicine to […]

Suffolk County Legislator Steven J. Flotteron recognized Anthony P. Lucatuorto for his participation in the 11th Page Program and his work with the legislature at a graduation ceremony in the Riverhead Auditorium. Mr. Lucatuorto, a sophomore at the University of Notre Dame’s College of Arts and Letters where he is majoring in philosophy with minors […]

PSEG Long Island’s Power to Feed Long Island food drive is coming to West Babylon for the final event of the season. Food collection bins will be set up at the Stop & Shop supermarket located at 365 Route 109 in West Babylon on Friday, Sept. 19, from 9 AM to 4 PM. Community members […]

The Long Island Children’s Museum (LICM) invites families to continue their summer of creativity and discovery with the continuation of specially curated workshop programs running throughout August, plus exciting special programming to close out the season. The Museum’s signature summer series continues with Brown Bag Buddies, Crafty Critter, Bubble Magic and

Tanger Outlets Riverhead invites shoppers to kick-off the start of the school season in style with its Back-to-School Bash on Friday, Aug. 8 from 3 – 7 p.m. Families can celebrate their scholars with an array of fun-filled activities, including a fashion show, DIY craft station, ice cream social and fun jumps for all ages. […]

Senator Steve Rhoads was proud to join Councilman Chris Schneider and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s representative Kayla Knight in celebrating Nicholas SanFilippo of Seaford Troop 690 for earning the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout. This outstanding achievement reflects years of dedication, leadership, and service. Congratulations, Nicholas!