Community News

A Trip Around The World At Udall Road

Photos courtesy of West Islip School District Udall Road Middle School in the West Islip School District held a cultural celebration on March 10 in the school’s gymnasium. Udall Road students were transported around the world as they took a journey through 28 different countries. Foreign
Recipes

Enjoy A Taste Of The Sea

Traditional Irish stew may get a lot of fanfare, but another hearty, stick-to-your-ribs dish can chase away the chill after a day spent cheering along St. Patrick’s Day parade participants: seafood chowder. Ireland is an island nation, and many delicious dishes have been inspired by its surrounding seas. One bowl of seafood chowder may convince […]
Recipes

It’s Always The Right Time Of Year For Fresh Apple Pie

Certain foods are synonymous with particular holidays or times of year. For example, few people can imagine celebrating Valentine’s Day without ample supplies of chocolate on hand. And what summer barbecue is complete without grilled hot dogs and hamburgers? While these foods and others are must-haves during certain times of the year, that doesn’t mean […]
Recipes

Slow-Cooked Salmon Makes A Perfect Entrée

Fish typically does not require a lengthy cooking time, which makes it both tricky and ideal to serve when hosting friends and family at home. The short cooking time of fish makes it great for hosts who want to spend more time with their guests and less time cooking. However, that same short cooking time […]
Recipes

Potatoes Are The Star Of This Irish Dish

St. Patrick’s Day is a time to pay homage to Ireland’s patron saint and celebrate Irish culture and cuisine. Even though corned beef and cabbage is ubiquitous on this holiday, that meal really isn’t the most authentic Irish cuisine. There are plenty of other foods to dress the St. Patrick’s table if a person wants […]
Parks Corner

2023 Summer Run Series

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce the return of the 40th Annual Summer Run Series. This eight-race series will begin Monday, June 12 and will run through Monday, August 14, 2023. Participation in the Summer Run Series will be limited to a total of 4,000 runners. […]