Sagtikos Manor is cozily nestled right next to Montauk Highway, and is one of the oldest buildings in Suffolk County. Many Islip Town residents will recall a memory with the 332-year-old estate, whether that’s going on a tour inside the former residence, attending the various events hosted on the house’s grounds, or writing a school […]

My earliest memory of boating on the Great South Bay was in the early 1960s. I grew up in Copiague, south of Merrick Road, close to Tanner Park. My first experience owning a boat was with my friend Dennis. I was 10 years old when he was 11. It wasn’t the fastest boat, but it […]

The C/2023 A3 (Tsachinshan-ATLAS) Comet, visible in Long Island and Tri-State skies after October 10, has generated much interest, and rightfully so. It is the brightest comet to pass through in over a decade. Here are some basics to understand the phenomenon, what to expect, and the best chances to view success.   WHAT IS […]

For best breast health, self-awareness, rather than self-examination, is the new name of the game when it comes to breast cancer screening. For many years, breast cancer experts advised women to do monthly breast self-exams at home to check for lumps or other abnormalities that could signal cancer. We used to think it was one […]

What’s the local rap on Raptors? On a crisp, bright October morning years ago, I helped lead a group of families on a nature walk at Robert Moses State Park. As we moved through the dunes on the boardwalk, some participants noticed a few deer browsing on the brush. They jostled for position along the […]

John Cochrane’s legacy of community service has made him a beloved figure in South Shore Island. In addition to being a former Islip Town Councilman and President of Cochrane Insurance Company, as a retired U.S. Navy Captain, his long list of service decorations includes Gold Stars in the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service, and Navy […]

Town of Islip’s Sixth Annual Sea Fest, held at Bay Shore Marina, celebrated summer’s send-off with over a dozen food and beverage vendors ranging from Caribbean, Spanish, and American, with no shortage of the dozen local craft and clothing kiosks while rocking out to the live performance of the band 70’s Rock Parade. I treated […]

All things ghoulish on the Great South Bay happen in October, leading up to Halloween, and there’s something for everyone in the neighborhood. From beer tasting to boat burnings, history talks, and picture shows. What’s your pleasure? 🎃 Halloween Costume Dinner Cruise The Town of Islip Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs invites all ghouls and […]

Television news veteran Drew Scott will join Brookhaven Town Supervisor Daniel Panico‘s Administration as the Director of Communications, effective October 14, 2024. The announcement was made by Brookhaven Town Supervisor Panico’s office on Friday morning, October 11. “For decades, Brookhaven Town residents have come to know Drew Scott as a person to inform them on […]

Northern lights on Long Island? Predictions of the aurora borealis being visible in the northern U.S. states broke earlier today, but some of us were skeptical. Some of these celestial phenomenons don’t deliver as promised––but this one did––and when most of us are still awake and alert at an early evening hour! Social media feeds […]

For over 30 years, Christine Perlow has been navigating mortgages for the people of Long Island. She is currently with Nationwide Mortgage Bankers out of Melville, NY. Her knowledge of the ins and outs of these turbulent waters and complicated loans has helped her clients achieve home ownership, many of whom are veterans or first-time […]

Blessing of the animals is a favorite event on Long Island’s South Shore. In addition to being the Publisher of Great South Bay News, Craig Low is also a Deacon at the First Congregational Church of Bay Shore. Therefore, he got a view front and center on Saturday, October 5, as the Church held its […]