Deer Park Voters Approve $161.3M School Budget

Board of Education races decided Tuesday in Deer Park.

North Babylon Voters Approve $159.7M School Budget

Capital Reserve Propositions; board of trustees races decided.

Deer Park School Budget Preview, Candidates On Ballot for 2026-2027

See what's on the ballot, including the school budget and school board candidates, before you head to the polls on Tuesday.

West Babylon Man Charged With Murder After Deadly Deer Park Robbery: Police

Police say the 65-year-old victim was punched, kicked and robbed of his vehicle in Deer Park in December 2024 before dying 2 days later.

Parents Arrested After Fight At Wyandanch Flag Football Game; Parent Threatened To ‘Shoot Up’ School: Police

Three 16-year-olds suffered injuries after adults became involved in a postgame altercation at the Wyandanch-Southampton game, police say.

Meet Deer Park’s Valedictorian, Salutatorian For The Class Of 2026

Ubaid Iqbal and Jaidyn Schabe earned top academic honors at Deer Park High School.

Hate Graffiti Found On 9 Stop Signs In Deer Park: Police

Graffiti was found along Lawrence Road; town officials said the markings were removed and condemned the incident.

Teen Charged After Assault At Deer Park High School With Water Bottle: Police

Victim taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after being struck with a Stanley water bottle, police say.

Deer Park Woman Threw Explosive At Sleeping Boyfriend, Blowing Off His Hand: DA

Prosecutors say Keyonna Waddell threw an explosive device into her boyfriend’s bedroom while he slept.

North Babylon Seniors Create Floral Arrangements For Hospice Patients

Floral arrangements created at a North Babylon senior center were donated to hospice facilities in Port Jefferson and Melville.

Rare Books, 1600s Map Featured In Deer Park Library Leaders’ Hofstra Trip

Students viewed rare archival materials dating back centuries, touring Hofstra University’s Axinn Library.

Wyandanch Schools Join Suffolk Sheriff’s ‘Handle With Care’ Program

Partnership allows educators to support students exposed to traumatic incidents outside school, officials said.

Dozens Displaced After Deer Park Apartment Fire Spreads To 10 Units: Fire Officials

Heavy fire on the second floor of a Deer Park apartment building led to a multi-department response Saturday, officials say.

East Northport Man Found Dead After SUV Crashes Into Sign In Deer Park: Police

The 52-year-old was found inside a Honda Pilot on the center median near Weston Avenue Sunday night, police say.

8 Deer Park Students Featured In LI Museum Art Exhibit

Young artists from elementary to high school were selected for the Colors of Long Island showcase in Stony Brook.

$2M Mega Millions Ticket Sold In Deer Park

The second-prize ticket was sold at a Deer Park gas station, lottery officials say.

Free Paper Shredding Event In Deer Park Aims To Fight Identity Theft

Residents can bring up to 4 boxes of documents for secure, on-site shredding on April 26.

Sensory Island Opens In Deer Park, Creating Safe Space For Kids With Autism

Created by a local mother, Sensory Island aims to provide a welcoming space for neurodivergent and neurotypical children.

Deer Park HS Recognizes Top Students At Annual Honor Society Induction

Students were inducted into English, math, science, and social studies honor societies during the school’s annual “Night of Excellence.”

Teen Bicyclist Struck By Car In Deer Park, Hospitalized: Police

A teen bicyclist was hospitalized after a crash at a busy Deer Park roadway, police say.

North Babylon Names Valedictorian, Salutatorian For Class Of 2026

Teyla Lopez and Samantha Giraldo were recognized for academic excellence.

First LI Teriyaki Madness Opens In North Babylon

The Seattle-style teriyaki chain is expanding into Long Island with its first location in North Babylon and plans for more.

North Babylon Students Shine On Fifth Avenue At NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade

North Babylon High School marching band and dance team brought Bulldog pride to the streets of Manhattan.

Car Slams Into West Babylon Home After Driver Suffers Medical Emergency: Police

A man was seriously injured after crashing his car into a home on 17th Street; 3 people inside were not hurt, police say.

Deer Park Students Earn Top Honors At NY DECA State Career Conference

Twenty-seven Deer Park High School students competed at the New York DECA State Career Conference in Rochester.

Deer Park Students Speak Out On Mental Health, Academic Pressure At LI Forum

Aimen Khan and Charles Offiah attended the 2026 Long Island Regional Student Forum at St. Joseph’s University.

Mangano Family Funeral Homes Inc. Welcomes Dominic Carella as General Manager

Hire brings extensive family run funeral home management experience

West Babylon Junior High Drama Club Delights With ‘Willy Wonka Jr.’

The school’s drama club presented lively performances March 5 and 6, bringing Charlie Bucket’s magical journey to the stage.

Man Found Dead Steps From His Door In Deer Park Identified: Police

The man was found in the snow steps from his home on Parkcenter Drive on Feb. 23, police say.

Video: ‘Roads Were Not Ready’: Parents Challenge North Babylon Snow Decision After Historic Snowstorm

Parents say buses struggled on narrowed residential roads following a historic storm; district and town say crews worked around the clock.

Deer Park High School Tri-M Recital Showcases Student Talent

Tri-M Music Honor Society members performed live, celebrating dedication, growth and musical excellence at Deer Park High School.

Woman Stabbed In Face During Deer Park Dispute; 25-Year-Old Charged: Police

The woman is accused of stabbing a 43-year-old acquaintance during a dispute on Maida Avenue, police say.

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Man Found Dead In Snow By Workers Out Shoveling In Suffolk: Police

Workers shoveling snow discovered the man’s body near a walkway at a Deer Park housing complex Monday afternoon, police say.

‘Blizzard Day’ Brings Snowy Smiles, Student Performances To May Moore Primary School

Kindergarten students in the Deer Park School District performed winter-themed songs and poems during a special school concert.

Whealtley Heights Man Raped 2 14-Year-Old Girls After Snapchat Contact: DA

Prosecutors say Kemuel St. Juste used the Snapchat handle “k3mnyy” to communicate with underage girls, spanning December 2024- June 2025.

How A Simple Snowman Project Sparked Joy At Deer Park Middle School

ENL and life skills classes connect through storytelling, crafts, and confidence-building activities.

North Babylon Students Dress As 100-Year-Olds For 100th Day Of School Celebration

Young learners counted, created, and imagined their futures while celebrating how much they’ve grown this school year.

‘Curtains’ Hits West Babylon Senior High School Stage

The musical comedy blended mystery, humor, and classic Broadway numbers during a three-night run.

West Babylon Students Put Screens Away For Global Day Of Play

District-wide event encouraged unstructured, screen-free activities that support creativity, collaboration and social-emotional growth.