Port Jefferson, NY Local News, Events, and Information

Stony Brook Tue. Aug 25 2026

From DC Stages to NYC Rooms: Comedian and Producer Alexx Starr Is Just Getting Started

Comedian & producer Alexx Starr talks Howard University roots, building comedy scenes in DC and NYC, and why finding your own voice matters most in stand-up.

Alyson Chadwick Long Island Daily News

From DC Stages to NYC Rooms: Comedian and Producer Alexx Starr Is Just Getting Started

Alyson Chadwick Long Island Daily News

Mount Sinai Mon. Aug 24 2026

What to do in Mount Sinai - Tuesday, Aug 25 - Monday, Aug 31

Check out our community calendar to find out what's happening this week.

Samantha Hespos Editor

Mount Sinai Mon. Aug 24 2026

Your Mount Sinai weather forecast for Tuesday, Aug 25 - Saturday, Aug 29

What to expect when you step outside

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Samantha Hespos Port Jefferson Alert - Tue. Aug 4 2026

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Samantha Hespos Port Jefferson Lost & Found - Tue. Aug 4 2026

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Samantha Hespos Port Jefferson Lost & Found - Sat. Aug 1 2026

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Samantha Hespos Port Jefferson Lost & Found - Sun. Jun 16 2024

Load dog Port Jeff Station
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Samantha Hespos Port Jefferson Lost & Found - Tue. Apr 16 2024

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Samantha Hespos Port Jefferson Lost & Found - Mon. Apr 8 2024

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Samantha Hespos Port Jefferson Lost & Found - Sat. Dec 9 2023

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Samantha Hespos Port Jefferson Lost & Found - Mon. Dec 4 2023

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Riverhead Mon. Aug 24 2026

Butterfly Effect Project Brings Back-to-School Support to Riverhead Families

More than 200 participants registered for the nonprofit’s Backpack & BBQ Giveaway aimed at helping local children prepare for the new school year

Samantha Hespos Editor

Brentwood Mon. Aug 24 2026

Long Island Native Plant Sale and Environmental Fair Coming to Brentwood Sept. 12-13

Two-day event will feature native plants, gardening experts and environmental organizations from across Long Island

Samantha Hespos Editor

Long Island Native Plant Sale and Environmental Fair Coming to Brentwood Sept. 12-13

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Hampton Bays Mon. Aug 24 2026

🚨 TRAVEL ADVISORY: Exit 63N Ramp on Westbound Sunrise Highway to Close Overnight in Southampton

Motorists will be detoured to Exit 63S during overnight pavement work

Samantha Hespos Editor

Islip Mon. Aug 24 2026

Overnight Closures Planned for Route 111 in Islip for Five Consecutive Nights

Drivers should expect detours between Moffitt Boulevard and Union Boulevard as NYSDOT conducts drainage improvements

Samantha Hespos Editor

Mount Sinai Mon. Aug 24 2026

Stop & Shop to Donate $10,000 to Suffolk County Community College Food Pantries

Gift will support students facing food insecurity at campuses in Selden, Brentwood and Riverhead

Samantha Hespos Editor

Mastic Beach Mon. Aug 24 2026

11-Year-Old Girl On E-Bike Thrown To Ground After Striking Car In Mastic Beach: Police

Child Taken to Stony Brook University Hospital With Non-Life-Threatening Injuries; Driver Issued Summonses

Samantha Hespos Editor

11-Year-Old Girl On E-Bike Thrown To Ground After Striking Car In Mastic Beach: Police

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Mount Sinai Mon. Aug 24 2026

Best Friends Animal Society Is Coming to Long Island With New Woodbury Pet Lifesaving Center

Samantha Hespos Editor

Mount Sinai Mon. Aug 24 2026

Could Suffolk County Do the Same? Long Island Daily News Calls for a Countywide Pet Supply Drive

Samantha Hespos Editor

Mount Sinai Mon. Aug 24 2026

Long Island’s Feral Cat Crisis: Rescuers Face an Overwhelming Need for TNR Resources

Samantha Hespos Editor