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HOLBROOK, NY — Suffolk Police issued an urgent narcotics safety message this afternoon. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — New York State Assemblyman Doug Smith (R-Holbrook) is spreading the word about a new mobile app designed to help visitors explore state parks. Read more
HOLBROOK, NY — Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone today announced the return of front-door boarding for Suffolk County Public Transit buses. As Suffolk County has now moved into Phase Three of reopening, Suffolk County Transit has reinstituted front-door boarding and fare collection. Read more
FARMINGVILLE, NY — Congratulations to the Sachem High School East and Sachem High School North classes of 2020! The school year has ended and the graduating seniors will soon begin the next exciting chapters of their lives. Read more
FARMINGVILLE, NY, AND LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — The Classes of 2020 at Sachem High School East and Sachem High School North have many outstanding students. They have worked hard to excel in all they do to achieve their dreams. Today, OnSachem is pleased to introduce readers to the valedictorians and salutatorians. Read more
FARMINGVILLE, NY — The Classes of 2020 at Sachem High School East and Sachem High School North have many outstanding students. In this profile article, OnSachem features Christian Berberich, valedictorian for Sachem High School East Class of 2020. Read more
FARMINGVILLE, NY — The Classes of 2020 at Sachem High School East and Sachem High School North have many outstanding students. In this profile article, OnSachem features Joseph Berberich, valedictorian for Sachem High School East Class of 2020. Read more
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
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
HOLBROOK, NY — Long Island is “on track” to begin Phase Three of its economic reopening next Wednesday, June 24, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced today. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — The voters of the Sachem Central School District approved the Board of Education’s proposed spending plan for the next academic year. 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
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — Five members of the Sachem Central School District community were honored for their dedication and commitment to education as part of the annual awards from Scope Education Services. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — Once Long Island begins Phase Three of its reopening, gatherings of up to 25 people will be allowed. Read more
FARMINGVILLE, NY — The kids across Sachem can get ready to play ball and a limited number of other sports, based on the latest guidance from New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and the likelihood of Long Island advancing to another stage of reopening before the month ends. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — The Sachem Central School District has postponed all high school graduation ceremonies until late July. 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
FARMINGVILLE, NY — Town of Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Daniel Losquadro awarded two high school seniors with $1,000 college scholarships from the Highway Superintendents Association. Read more
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY — Phase two of Long Island's reopening on Wednesday means houses of worship can once again welcome people, as long as the worship areas are no more than 25 percent occupancy. 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 — 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
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced today in-person graduation ceremonies will be allowed, but only with strict limitations to ensure social distancing. 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
HOLBROOK, NY — Suffolk County Legislator Anthony Piccirillo (8th District) of Holbrook has urged New York Governor Andrew Cuomo to allow in-person graduations this month. 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
SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY — Suffolk Police said they have not received credible information to substantiate online reports about bricks and other materials staged across the county for upcoming violence. Read more
ACROSS SACHEM, NY — Earlier today, the National Weather Service forecasted the possibility of back-to-back severe thunderstorms as early as 2 p.m. The forecast even included the possibility of an isolated tornado. However, Long Island lucked out and the severe storms moved south of the region. 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
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — Despite the pandemic and school facilities closed for the remainder of the academic year, high school students in Sachem will have in-person graduation ceremonies after all, if government requirements allow. If mandates prevent a ceremony, the district also has a backup plan. Read more
SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY — Suffolk County District Attorney Timothy Sini and the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency (“LICADD”) today announced a new drug diversion program to connect individuals who come in contact with the District Attorney’s Office and are suffering from substance use disorders with treatment. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — The Sachem community will have an opportunity to weigh in on the search for a new school district superintendent. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — Eight Sachem residents are running for three open seats on the school board during the June 9 election, which will be held by absentee ballot. OnSachem invited all eight candidates to participate in a profile. Seven candidates responded by the publication deadline. OnSachem is pleased to present all the profiles. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — Eight Sachem residents are running for three open seats on the school board. OnSachem invited all eight candidates to participate in a profile. In the following profile, OnSachem introduces readers to Matthew Baumann. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — Eight Sachem residents are running for three open seats on the school board. OnSachem invited all eight candidates to participate in a profile. In the following profile, OnSachem introduces readers to Larry Collins. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — Eight Sachem residents are running for three open seats on the school board. OnSachem invited all eight candidates to participate in a profile. In the following profile, OnSachem introduces readers to Kristin Gelzinis. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — Eight Sachem residents are running for three open seats on the school board. OnSachem invited all eight candidates to participate in a profile. OnSachem has not yet received a candidate profile response from Carol Locklin. If a response is received, OnSachem will update this page. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — Eight Sachem residents are running for three open seats on the school board. OnSachem invited all eight candidates to participate in a profile. In the following profile, OnSachem introduces readers to James Mancaruso. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — Eight Sachem residents are running for three open seats on the school board. OnSachem invited all eight candidates to participate in a profile. In the following profile, OnSachem introduces readers to Robert Scavo. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — Eight Sachem residents are running for three open seats on the school board. OnSachem invited all eight candidates to participate in a profile. In the following profile, OnSachem introduces readers to Jon Siegel. Read more
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — Eight Sachem residents are running for three open seats on the school board. OnSachem invited all eight candidates to participate in a profile. In the following profile, OnSachem introduces readers to Stephanie Volpe. Read more
NEW YORK — Long Island will reopen tomorrow, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced moments ago. 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
LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY — Residents from Lake Ronkonkoma and other parts of the Sachem area would not let the graves of U.S. military members go without American flags this Memorial Day. 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
ACROSS SACHEM, NY — Expect showers and even a thunderstorm to begin the long holiday weekend. Here is the weather forecast for the Memorial Day weekend. Read more
SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY — Law enforcement officials announced today they have taken down an alleged major drug trafficking ring that—officials allege—used the pandemic as an opportunity to grow their business. In and near the Sachem area, the arrests include individuals in Bohemia, Holbrook, Holtsville, Lake Grove, Lake Ronkonkoma, Ronkonkoma, and Selden. Read more
SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY — Vehicle thefts and break-ins are up sharply, Suffolk County Police announced late this morning. Read more
SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY — Suffolk County is presently meeting four of the seven required metrics to begin phase one of the economic reopening. Read more
FARMINGVILLE, NY — Volunteers from multiple local fire departments rushed to the scene of a Farmingville house fire on Sunday afternoon. Read more
SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY — Suffolk County is presently meeting four of the seven required metrics to begin phase one of the economic reopening. Read more
SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY — Hospitalizations for COVID-19 continued to decline in Suffolk County, based on the latest data released today. 539 individuals were hospitalized, a decrease of 15 from yesterday. Read more
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