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Claire Tao will be taking her talents to Stony Brook University, where she is on track to attend the school’s medical school.

Meet Claire Tao, the North Shore School District’s salutatorian

Claire Tao has been named the salutatorian for the North Shore High School’s Class of 2024, a recognition that celebrates her outstanding academic achievements and commitment to excellence … more

By Will Sheeline | 6/14/24

Sofia Martini will study at Cornell University next fall, and plans to work in the healthcare industry.

Sofia Martini named North Shore High School valedictorian

Capping off a scholastic career marked by academic excellence, leadership, and athletic prowess, Sofia Martini has been named the valedictorian of North Shore High School’s Class of 2024. … more

By Will Sheeline | 6/14/24

Despite recent headlines claiming there would be a joro spider invasion in the Northeast, local experts are skeptical about the range of the arachnid’s spread.

Joro spider invasion is a web of lies

The arrival of joro spiders, which are native to East Asia, in the United States has sparked concern and some sensational headlines. According to experts, however, the potential impact on Long … more

By Will Sheeline | 6/14/24

While no Stop & Shop locations were confirmed for closure, residents on the North Shore are already concerned about where they will get their groceries if their local supermarkets close.

North Shore customers worry about Stop & Shop potential closures

Stop & Shop officials announced that they would be evaluating supermarkets across the Northeast, planning on closing underperforming locations. While the supermarket chain has not made any … more

By Will Sheeline & Roksana Amid | 6/14/24

Raymond Hornosky, is still going strong at 93, and continues to support his fellow firefighters even if he doesn’t jump on the firetruck anymore.

Celebrating 75 years of fighting fires with Atlantic Steamer Fire Company in Oyster Bay

The Atlantic Steamer Fire Company held a heartwarming celebration on June 8 to honor Firefighter Raymond Hornosky for his 75 years of dedicated service. The event, which took place at the firehouse, … more

By Will Sheeline | 6/14/24

Ania Kelly, who will attend the Massachusetts Institute of Technology this fall, is a scholar, specializing in science, as well as an athlete.

Oyster Bay High School valedictorian is passionate about science

Ania Kelly describes herself as a “science person,” and she hopes to focus on research when she starts classes at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the fall. But Oyster Bay … more

By Laura Lane | 6/14/24

A gun was fired near the Long Beach train station Thursday evening, with one man being confirmed as shot.

Male shot near Long Beach train station Thursday

Shots were fired near the Long Beach train station Thursday evening, with one male confirmed as being shot, according to city officials. The man was transported to a nearby hospital. Police … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 6/13/24

Cole DiPietro, left, and Michael Aiello celebrated after DiPietro's overtime goal gave South Side a 12-11 win over Victor in Saturday's New York State Class B boys' lacrosse championship game at Hofstra.

South Side wins state championship in OT thriller

Trailing by five goals in the second half for the second time in four days, South Side’s boys’ lacrosse team scripted an ending fit for Hollywood Saturday afternoon in the New … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 6/8/24

Oyster Bay Today, the town's new website, highlights local businesses, events and history, such as Teddy Roosevelt's connection to Oyster Bay

New Town of Oyster Bay website, 'Oyster Bay Today,' live

The Town of Oyster Bay has launched a new interactive website, Oyster Bay Today, which town officials are optimistic will attract tourism to the town’s municipalities and support local … more

By Will Sheeline | 6/7/24

U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi went to Washington on Tuesday to show his support for President Biden’s executive order to temporarily change the country’s immigration policy.

President Biden’s asylum restrictions spark much debate

Local community leaders and officials had a variety of responses to President Biden’s move to address the ongoing migrant influx at the United States’ southern border with Mexico on … more

By Roksana Amid | 6/7/24

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