Alexandra Dedonato, a senior at Smithtown High School West and a member of Girl Scout Troop 2479, has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award—the highest honor in Girl Scouts—by leading a project that has made a meaningful impact at High School West and in the community. Alexandra organized a
Martin Luther King, Jr. was one of the most influential and inspirational figures of the twentieth century. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on January 15, 1929, King’s life, tragically cut short when he was assassinated in Memphis on April 4, 1968, is now celebrated annually across the United States and beyond on the anniversary of his […]
Cold and flu season arrives each year. Although there may be little people can do to avoid catching a cold or contracting the flu, certain approaches can make it easier to get through a bout with either illness. Flu vaccinations have been found to reduce the severity of infection with the influenza virus, while rest […]
The Purple Rock Project memorialized over 100 people from over 25 states. Photo by Carole Trottere Purple Rock Project Gets Requests From More Than 25 States The Purple Rock Project recently placed more than 100 memorial rocks in a Long Island park to honor people from more than 25 different states in the country who […]
Village of Farmingdale Expands EV Charging Infrastructure to Support Sustainable Transportation As part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the Village of Farmingdale has installed three new dual-port and one new single-port electric vehicle charging stations located in the rear of Parking Lot 3, south of Cornelia Street
During the December 3rd Babylon Town Board Meeting, a resolution was unanimously adopted to rename the Field of Dreams in West Babylon to the “Presiding Officer Kevin J. McCaffrey Field of Dreams.” The Field of Dreams, located to the rear of Our Lady of Grace Church in West Babylon, serves as the middle ground of […]
The elements pose a unique challenge to motor vehicles, and that’s particularly notable when seasons change. Though the shift from spring to summer or even summer to fall may not be too significant, drivers who want to safeguard their vehicles would be wise to take certain measures to prepare their cars or trucks for winter […]
Come winter, people look to balance flavor with additional qualities that can chase away the chill. In spite of its name, chili can warm anyone up quickly. Chili is often spicy, which means the dish gives off warmth in a multi-layered approach. This recipe for “Totally Excellent Chili” from “Clueless in the Kitchen” (Firefly) by […]










