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(The Center Square) – Independence Day is an occasion for Americans to recognize the hard-won freedoms they enjoy every day. But according to a recent analysis, some Americans are more independent than others. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — The Phase Three reopening of Long Island’s economy means you can enjoy indoor dining again, including at Karvers Grille in Holbrook. Read more
SELDEN, NY — You’ve waited too long for some luxurious treatment. Now that Long Island is in Phase Three of its economic reopening during the pandemic, you can go ahead and pamper yourself. Read more
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FARMINGVILLE, NY — The Farmingville Hills Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Sachem Public Library, will launch the “Farmingville Flicks Drive-In Series” this Friday, June 26. Read more
LONG ISLAND, NY — Long Island will begin Phase Three of its economic reopening on Wednesday, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced today. Read more
When the coronavirus pandemic upended the U.S. economy, many states halted or limited construction work. While real estate development is beginning to resume, recently released data from the U.S. Census Bureau showed an unprecedented drop in residential building permits. Read more
LONG ISLAND, NY — Long Island remains "on track" to begin Phase Three of its economic reopening this Wednesday, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo reiterated today after making the original announcement last week. Read more
RONKONKOMA, NY — Get ready to fly nonstop from Ronkonkoma to Las Vegas on Frontier Airlines. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — Given the uncertainties associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, 7‑Eleven, Inc. announced today it will not celebrate 7‑Eleven Day, better known as July 11 (7/11), in stores this year. Instead, the convenience retailer is giving a special birthday gift of one million meals to Feeding America, the largest domestic hunger-relief organization in the country. Read more
VIDEO: Want to buy or sell a home? Holbrook realtor explains ‘phase 2’ reopening during the pandemic
HOLBROOK, NY — The real estate sales industry has been operating under strict limitations since New York began closing portions of the economy amid the pandemic. However, real estate now looks brighter. Read more
RONKONKOMA, NY — Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter and MacArthur Airport Commissioner Shelley LaRose-Arken announced today two new measures that have been installed at Long Island MacArthur Airport designed to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Read more
FARMINGVILLE, NY — The weekly farmers market at Brookhaven Town Hall in Farmingville has returned for another season. The return also brings changes this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
TOWN OF ISLIP, NY — Outdoor dining reopened today with tables spaced six feet apart. Read more
EAST ELMHURST, NY — New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo took part in a ribbon cutting Wednesday to celebrate the opening of a new passenger terminal at LaGuardia Airport in Queens, and while air traffic remains almost completely grounded due to the coronavirus pandemic, the governor wasn’t about to let that dampen the celebration. Read more
EAST ELMHURST, NY — New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo unveiled the new Arrivals and Departures Terminal B at LaGuardia Airport in Queens today. Here is the full announcement from the governor's office. Read more
TOWN OF ISLIP, NY — Nearly 50 restaurants in the Town of Islip have been granted temporary outdoor dining/tent permits in advance of today’s phase two reopening, town officials announced. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — Vehicle owners in need of auto service can have an extra layer of safety during the pandemic. Read more
LONG ISLAND, NY (OnSachem.com / OnTownMedia.com) — Long Island will begin phase two of its reopening tomorrow, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced moments ago. Read more
LONG ISLAND, NY (OnSachem.com / OnTownMedia.com) — New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said Long Island remains "on track" to begin phase two of its reopening on Wednesday, June 10. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — A Long Island lawyer residing in Holbrook is helping with legal concerns as the pandemic continues. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — Karvers Grille in Holbrook hosted a contingent of state elected officials and heads of local chambers of commerce. The group hopes to advance a bill to provide marketing dollars to encourage local shopping, dining, and services as the business community pulls itself from the depths of economic hardship caused by the pandemic. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — Governor Andrew Cuomo today announced houses of worship can reopen with sharply reduced occupancy limits in regions that have reached Phase Two across the state. Long Island is on track to begin phase two this Wednesday. Read more
LONG ISLAND, NY (OnSachem.com / OnTownMedia.com) — Long Island remains on track to begin phase two of its reopening on Wednesday, June 10, which will be two weeks since phase one began. Read more
FARMINGVILLE, NY — With many employees working remotely from home during the pandemic, an increasing number of workers may explore making a home office setup permanent. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — Governor Andrew Cuomo today announced outdoor dining at restaurants will be permitted in Phase Two of reopening. Suffolk County is on track to enter phase two on June 10. Read more
FARMINGVILLE, NY — Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine and the members of the Town Board today announced that the Town is accepting applications for "COVID-19 Social Distancing Accommodations" to assist businesses and houses of worship expand to outdoor seating and sales. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — As Long Island’s economy reopens from the pandemic closures, check out The Field Marketing as you prepare to welcome customers again and get back to business. Read more
RONKONKOMA, NY — As families decide what their summer vacation plans may include amid the pandemic, Frontier Airlines is adding new routes between Long Island and Florida. The airline will also begin an extra health safety measure next week. Read more
(The Center Square) – New York earned a grade of “C” for how its economic reopening is proceeding in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a ranking by groups that promote economic prosperity. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — If you have a need for a physical therapist, you likely don’t want to wait long to begin treatment. Although the pandemic is ongoing, PRN Physical Therapy in Holbrook has full safety protocols in place while serving patients. Read more
NEW YORK — Long Island will reopen tomorrow, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced moments ago. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — The real estate sales industry is operating under limitations at this time, but that doesn’t mean agents aren’t ready to serve sellers and buyers. After all, spring is normally a very busy season for home sales. Read more
WANTAGH, NY — New York professional sports are back, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced early this afternoon. Read more
WANTAGH, NY — Long Island remains on track to reopen on Wednesday, May 27, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced moments ago. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — One of the key metrics to beginning the first phase of Long Island's economic reopening as early as Wednesday is having enough "contact tracers" hired, trained, and ready to work, according to New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. Contact tracer training is completed online and the state is actively recruiting. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — The early evening dinner rush on Friday appeared bustling outside Karvers Grille in Holbrook. Though the ongoing pandemic prevents the popular restaurant and bar from offering inside dining at this time, the community has been enjoying takeout with curbside pickup and delivery by DoorDash, Grubhub and Uber Eats. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — Today, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said the first phase of Long Island's economic reopening could begin this Wednesday, May 27. Read more
VIDEO: ‘Remember to keep dancing’ inspiring message as Holbrook studio moves to Zoom during pandemic
HOLBROOK, NY — The ongoing pandemic closures have affected many businesses, from those who can now only offer limited services, to others that have been shut down. TJE Dance Force in Holbrook is now dancing on Zoom. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — The Holbrook Chamber of Commerce and OnSachem.com are proud to collaborate on a special video series bringing awareness to local businesses during the pandemic. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — New York State Assemblyman Doug Smith (R-Holbrook) today announced he has requested hearings to investigate the more than 5,000 COVID-19 deaths at nursing homes and adult care facilities across the state. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — “New York on Pause” expires this Friday, May 15—but the Sachem area, all of Suffolk County, and other parts of the state will have to wait longer to begin the phased reopening of their local economies. Read more
RONKONKOMA, NY (OnSachem.com / OnTownMedia.com) — As travelers begin to make plans to fly again and airlines work nonstop to ensure the health and wellness of their customers, Long Island MacArthur Airport becomes the first airport in the world to install and activate new systems to continuously sanitize air and surfaces in the airport’s facilities. Read more
LAKE GROVE, NY — The Smith Haven Mall will not reopen on May 16. Smith Haven—as well as other Simon Property Group shopping centers on Long Island and downstate New York—will remain closed until further notice. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — As New York moves forward with a regional restart initiative to reopen business across the state, Assemblyman Doug Smith (R-Holbrook) today announced a newly appointed Emergency Small Business Task Force comprised of local business leaders across his district. Read more
ACROSS SACHEM, NY — Restaurants and bars are open for business! The establishments aren’t allowed to offer inside dining presently because of the coronavirus pandemic, but they are open for takeout and delivery. Check back with this page often and hit refresh! Read more
RONKONKOMA, NY, AND YAPHANK, NY — Habitat for Humanity of Suffolk is helping the medical community address the need for more personal protective equipment during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
RONKONKOMA, NY, SHIRLEY, NY, AND STONY BOOK, NY — Employees at Habitat for Humanity of Suffolk drove to the entrance of Stony Brook University Hospital’s Trauma Unit where hospital staff greeted them with appreciation. Read more
HOLTSVILLE, NY — Food Service in Holtsville has expanded its offerings to the public amid the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
A surveillance camera captured video of a group of vandals that caused damage and destruction over the weekend at Bald Hill in Farmingville. Now, just hours after the video was released, Suffolk Police said they have arrested the first alleged suspect. Read more
A surveillance camera captured video of a group of vandals that caused damage and destruction over the weekend at Bald Hill in Farmingville. Read more
At 8 p.m. today, the mandate begins. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo ordered that 100% of the workforce must stay home, excluding essential services. Read more
Financial expert Ted Jenkin reveals which questions you should ask in the event you are laid off from your job due to the coronavirus. Read more
SCOPE Education Services is now offering free school-age child care services to children of first responders, medical personnel and essential services personnel in both Suffolk and Nassau counties. Locally in the Sachem Central School District, the program is offered at Nokomis Elementary School, 151 Holbrook Road, Holbrook. Registration is open all weekend for childcare to begin on Monday. Read more
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has mandated that 100% of the workforce must stay home—excluding essential services—beginning Sunday evening. Read more
New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli is warning that the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic could cost state revenues $4 billion in the next fiscal year. And if there’s a severe recession, stock market declines and an extended timeframe for recovery from the virus, that figure could rise to $7 billion. Read more
(The Center Square) – As the number of new diagnosed coronavirus cases skyrocketed in New York on Wednesday, Gov. Andrew Cuomo rolled out yet another directive designed to encourage social distancing. Read more
All indoor malls, as well as amusement parks and bowling alleys, in New York State will be forced to close by 8 p.m. Thursday, March 19. Read more