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Fairfield Earths Its Memories And Mementos Until 2050

LIMG July 9, 2026

Fairfield Elementary School students and staff capped the 2025-2026 school year by burying a new time capsule, preserving history for the next quarter century. It was buried on June 25 in front of the flagpole and will be unearthed in 2050 – the year that Fairfield turns 125. The oldest school

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The 2026 Recipients Of The Seaford 9/11 Memorial Committee’s Patriot Award

LIMG July 8, 2026

New York State Senator Steve Rhoads joined Councilman Chris Schneider, Assemblyman Dave McDonough’s representative Shannon Fredericks, and the Seaford 9/11 Memorial Committee in honoring the recipients of the 2026 Patriot Award. Emily Brown, Michelle Evangelista, Brian Falk, Paiten Haskell, Matthew Kind, and Valerie Martin were recognized for their outstanding character,

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Town of Babylon Officials Join Nation In Celebrating America’s Historic 250th Birthday

LIMG July 7, 2026

The Town of Babylon proudly joined communities across the nation in celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, marking a historic milestone in the story of the United States of America. Town officials gathered alongside representatives from every level of government for a commemorative photograph honoring America’s

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4th Annual Freedom Food Drive Collects Over 1,000 Pounds of Food For Families In Need

LIMG July 6, 2026

Ahead of Independence Day, Senator Steve Rhoads hosted his 4th Annual Freedom Food Drive, bringing together dozens of volunteers and local residents to collect more than 1,000 pounds of food for families in need. The event was held on Saturday, June 27, outside the ShopRite at Country Pointe in Plainview and benefited the Food Pantry […]

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The Fourth Annual Summer Library Tour Goes Prehistoric!

LIMG July 2, 2026

The Public Libraries of Suffolk County announce the 2026 Suffolk County Public Libraries Summer Tour. This exciting program invites residents and visitors of all ages to embark on a journey of discovery and exploration through the beautiful public libraries and towns in Suffolk County. “This is the fourth year of the Suffolk County Public Libraries […]

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Massapequa Kiwanis Awards Scholarships To Six Outstanding Graduates

LIMG July 1, 2026

The Massapequa Kiwanis Club recognized six exceptional graduating seniors during its annual scholarship presentation ceremony held on Wednesday, June 24, honoring students for their outstanding commitment to community service and volunteerism. Scholarships were awarded to graduates from Massapequa High School, Seaford High School, Plainedge High School, and GC Tech BOCES.

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Babylon Student Earns Girl Scout Gold Award

LIMG June 30, 2026

Ciara Weisbecker, a rising junior at Babylon Junior-Senior High School, has earned the prestigious Gold Award from Girl Scouts of Suffolk County for her community service project, “Connection Through Communication.” An active member of both her community and the Girl Scouts of Suffolk County, Ciara developed the project to help ensure that students with diverse […]

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Town of Babylon Dedicates New Harbor Patrol Safeboat in Honor of Fallen Bay Constable Richard L. Brooks

LIMG June 30, 2026

Federal Grant-Funded Vessel Expands Marine Safety Capabilities on Great South Bay Ahead of Fourth of July Weekend The Town of Babylon recently held a dedication ceremony at Tanner Park Marina to officially name its new 31-foot Harbor Patrol Safeboat The Richard L. Brooks, honoring the memory of a Bay Constable and retired NYPD Lieutenant who […]