From one weekend to the next, Joe Knoetgen’s business trajectory changed drastically. On Dec. 3, he wore fatigues at the 106th Rescue Wing of the New York Air National Guard, in Westhampton …
Nominated by Moriches Chamber members Maryann Reid Davis and chamber board member and last year’s award recipient Miriam Gillies, the Moriches Paquatuck Squaws have been selected as a group for …
The Center Moriches Red Devils Suffolk County Police Athletic League’s 11-year-old football team recently won the Suffolk County PAL championship, after completing an undefeated season, 8-0! On …
Think of horseback riding, and that age-old tradition is likely to evoke iconic archetypal images of chivalrous knights in shining armor on a quest, stately queens making a grand entrance at the …
A few years back, just prior to COVID, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, located in Yaphank, started a community outreach program called Neighbors Being Human, by opening a food pantry. Soon …
Over 1,000 Long Islanders flooded Main Street in Center Moriches on a sunny fall Sunday. The Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches hosted its annual Fall Fair Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the …
Rather than listing his accomplishments, it would be easier to ask, what hasn’t Fred Miller done? Born in 1932, the 90-year-old Mastic resident grew up in Sheepshead Bay. Rather than …
As pumpkin spice pervades the air, Waterdrinker Family Farm owner Marc Weiss welcomes guests to his pumpkin patch. “We’re really excited about this year’s fall fest,” …
East Moriches’ own Sonnie Betts, the 9-year-old and up-and-coming actress, recently appeared in Bay Street Theater’s acclaimed production of “Ragtime.” The show received rave …
On Sept. 18, the Ancient Order of Hibernians joined the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, local elected officials, and a Catholic priest to dedicate a Mass rock at the Thomas and Kathleen Daly …
A refreshing breeze from the Moriches Bay and community spirit imbued the families gathered at the Union Avenue Dock in Center Moriches on a Sunday afternoon. The Town of Brookhaven hosted the …
Behind the counter of one of Manorville’s newest establishments, Helen Narvaez whips up colorful teas she describes as “delicious, pretty, and healthy.” Manor Nutrition, a …
This fall, the Chamber of the Moriches has prepared with events sure to please every trick-or-treater. Fall Fest, Sunday, Oct. 16 The fair will be held on Oct. 16 with a closed-off Main …
Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School seniors marked their parking spots with creatively painted illustrations during the school’s annual Paint Day. After submitted illustrations were …
Above are compiled photos from the community of local students sharing their smiles for the first day of school:
After years of reworking their application, the owners of Atlantic Cove Marina, formerly Windswept, have received approval for a special permit for a modification of their site plan to include a …
The Great Gun Anglers third annual Take a Veteran Fishing Trip, on July 23, went swimmingly. This year’s incarnation of the event saw nearly twice as many veterans as the first, held in …
After reading several five-star reviews, one even claiming they drove just as many miles as I would have to, just to get the Ultimate Ice Cream, I decided to give the place a try. What did I find? …
H. Eberhard Nurseries has been in business in East Moriches for 90 years. Owner John Eberhard also recently celebrated his 80th birthday on July 8, with a party thrown by his wife of 53 years, Judy, …
The time is now for parents to haul their kids around town for back-to-school shopping. While school supply lists may vary between different grades, teachers and districts, every child will likely …