Fireworks and gatherings are staples of the 4th of July holiday, but these can create unique challenges for someone living with dementia. In preparation for Independence Day, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is providing 4 tips to help family caregivers create a dementia-friendly 4th

The Town of Smithtown Recreation Department kicked off the start of Summer with the first weekend of free outdoor live music at Long Beach and Hoyt Farm. The Summer Concert Series features a vast selection of genres, from doo wop and classic rock, to billboard hits from some of the best tribute bands on Long […]

Options for Community Living, Inc. received a generous $15,000 grant award from The Marilyn Lichtman Foundation. The grant will provide general operating support for Options outcomes-based programs. Options programs are focused on helping vulnerable Long Islanders overcome obstacles to healthcare and entitlement access, safe affordable housing, and socio-economic

This handsome all black, domestic short haired boy, estimated to be about nine years young. Midnight was living in a home bringing love and happiness to his family which included a large breed dog sibling. Unfortunately, circumstances changed when Midnight’s owner had to relocate to a place that does not permit furry family members. Just […]

On June 21, Bayport-Blue Point High School’s Class of 2024 celebrated its graduation during the 96th annual commencement ceremony. Dressed in blue and gold caps and gowns, the graduating Phantoms processed down the Bob Sullivan Football Field to their seats as the high school’s band and orchestra performed “Pomp and Circumstance” under the direction of […]

The Sachem Central School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Patricia Trombetta as its new superintendent of schools, effective Aug. 1. She succeeds Dr. Christopher Pellettieri who is retiring at the end of this school year. Ms. Trombetta is a Sachem alumna and will be the district’s first female superintendent. “We are excited […]

Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School held its 65th commencement exercises on June 25 celebrating the Class of 2024 in the arena of Suffolk County Community College’s Brentwood campus. Led by faculty and staff, the students marched in to “Pomp and Circumstance” and were met by thunderous applause from family and friends in attendance. Copiague […]