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Suffolk County man wins $5 million on lottery scratch-off game
Greater Babylon coverage is funded in part by The Argyle Theatre, where Broadway comes to Babylon. Click here for tickets to ‘A Bronx Tale,’ performing through June 16. A Babylon man has struck it rich with a New York Lottery scratch-off card that he purchased in Lindenhurst. William...
Kids Korner: May 16 to 23, 2024
Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach hosts its annual Museum Day at the Museum Corner on May 16 from 4 to 7 p.m. with 30 local organizations participating. Geared for children and their families, the event will feature science experiments, arts and crafts, live animal visits, and interaction with museum displays and artifacts. The event is free and no registration is required.
Paws in Puddles in Coram celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting
On May 3, Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner (holding scissors) joined in celebrating the grand opening of Paws in Puddles, a small, family owned and operated self-service dog wash and grooming salon located at 1844E Route 112 in Coram with a ribbon cutting. The new business, owned and operated by...
Starbucks secures Shirley location with town approval
Greater Moriches coverage is funded in part by Angels of Long Island, a charitable nonprofit. Shopping at the Angels’ Mastic and Patchogue thrift stores helps Long Island families in need. Or, click here to donate. Brookhaven’s town board on Thursday unanimously approved construction of a Starbucks in Shirley.
Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center To Hold Annual FREE Rabies Clinic on Saturday, June 1
The Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center has scheduled the Annual Free Rabies Clinic on Saturday, June 1 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event, which is held in conjunction with the Suffolk County Health Department, offers free rabies vaccine for dogs, cats and ferrets. Dogs must be on a leash, cats and ferrets must be in a carrier. No appointment needed. For more information, call 631-451-6950.
Community forum on proposed Starbucks in Shirley, May 16
Greater Moriches coverage is funded in part by Angels of Long Island, a charitable nonprofit. Shopping at the Angels’ Mastic and Patchogue thrift stores helps Long Island families in need. Or, click here to donate. Starbucks is inching closer toward opening its next location on Long Island’s South Shore....
Bull Smith’s Tavern is ready for its big debut on Main Street in Smithtown
Bull Smith’s Tavern is set to open its doors for a grand opening bash Friday. And owner Max Feinberg is ecstatic about the big day coming after months of hard work and renovations at the old Croxley’s. “This is my first Suffolk County location,” Feinberg said. “And hopefully...
Inside a New Long Island Home That Puts an American Spin on a Classic European Country House
As Long Island pushes east into the Atlantic Ocean it splits into two long, slender peninsulas. The southern spit is the Hamptons, while the other less globally glorified finger is simply called the North Fork. The string of small communities that dot the North Fork have historically been centered around farming and fishing but over the last couple of decades the area has developed into an award-winning viticultural hotspot and bucolic tourist destination with more than two dozen wineries laid out among the apple orchards and potato fields.Hollywood Producer Ryan Murphy Puts Sleekly Redone Neutra House on the Market for...
Shelter Pet of the Week: Bunnie XO
This week’s featured shelter pet is Bunnie XO, a 5-year-old bully/mastiff mix who was abandoned in a park with her (presumed) boyfriend, Jelly Roll, but is now safe at the Smithtown Animal Shelter. Bunnie XO warms up quickly to all new people, gently nudges for attention and treats and...
People’s Pub to unveil new ‘Pub Garden’ Memorial Day weekend in Bayport
In the three months since opening in Bayport, the folks at the new People’s Pub have been quietly curating the property’s outdoors in anticipation of the warmer months. And this Memorial Day weekend, owners Linda Ringhouse and Peter Cotter are getting set to unveil what they’re calling the Pub Garden, replete with shaded pergola, a custom-built outdoor bar, fire pit area and plenty of benches and wine barrel seating for groups and couples alike.
Rocky Point author helps kids find rest with ‘Owls Can’t Sing’
Just about every kid has trouble getting to sleep at some point. Whether they’re scared of the dark, worried about monsters under the bed or can’t turn off a chatty brain, restlessness is always unsettling. Through the lens of a curious, resilient protagonist named Josie, Deborah L. Staunton’s new children’s book, Owls Can’t Sing, helps kids face their nighttime fears and celebrates what makes them special. Gorgeously illustrated and fun to read, this book could be a big help — at bedtime or otherwise.
Emma Clark’s Little Free Library at the beach opens early
Due to popular demand, the Little Free Library at West Meadow Beach hosted by Emma Clark Library was installed before the usual time so that beachgoers may enjoy books even longer. Its official opening was Thursday, May 9. A literary summer tradition, the Little Free Library at the beach has...
Meet Your New Fur-Ever Friend: Adoption Event at Lenny Bruno Farms
As the flowers bloom and the trees green with life, there’s no better way to spend your days than by enjoying the outdoors with your fur family. Sunny beach walks with my dog always make me think of the animals in our shelters who are still waiting to find their perfect fit. There are currently 45 dogs and 56 cats at the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation that are ready and waiting to find their fur-ever families. In an effort to shed light on some furry friends that are available for foster or adoption, SASF will be participating in an Adoption Event at Lenny Bruno Farms in Manorville on May 18th and May 19th. This will be an all-day event and an opportunity to meet a handful of SASF’s adoptable residents.
Photo tour: Inside look at The James, opening this month in Babylon Village
Greater Babylon coverage is funded in part by The Argyle Theatre, where Broadway comes to Babylon. Click here for tickets to ‘A Bronx Tale,’ performing through June 16. It’s the second transformation of an iconic Babylon location for this duo. Long Island restaurateurs Andrew Affa and Steve...
Tanger Outlets Deer Park Announces Upcoming Whiskey Fest, Foodie Fest to Kick Off Summer Season
Tanger Outlets Deer Park welcomes shoppers to celebrate the start of summer with two exciting food and beverage festivals. On Saturday, May 18 from 1 – 4:30 p.m., Tanger Deer Park will host the Long Island Whiskey & Spirits Fest. With over 100 varieties of whiskey and spirits on...
Restaurant Reopens With Honduran Menu
El Sueño restaurant in Huntington Station is reopening, with a shift in cuisine. Ever Chavez said the restaurant, at 1711 New York Ave., has shifted from a Mexican to a Honduran menu. That means such dishes as Honduran baleadas, tortillas covered in refried black beans and Read More ...
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