Long Island Sound

The 44th Annual WICC Surfside Hotel <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth</a> returns to Long Island Sound on Saturday, August 29, with fishing officially beginning at 12:01 a.m. Anglers from New York and Connecticut will compete for bragging rights—and a $25,000 grand prize awarded to the tournament's largest bluefish.
The weekend-long tournament features more than $40,000 in total cash prizes, including:
<ul><li>1st Place: $25,000</li><li>2nd Place: $7,500</li><li>3rd Place: $2,500</li><li>Smaller cash prizes awarded through 20th Place</li><li>Port Prizes awarded for the heaviest bluefish weighed at each official Connecticut and New York weigh station (see below for complete list of weigh stations)</li></ul>
Young anglers, 17 and under, will also have the chance to win big. The tournament will award a $1,000 cash prize to the largest bluefish caught by a youth angler. Second and third place youth winners will receive $100 gift cards.
Anglers may register online at <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.bluefishtournament.com</a>&nbsp;or in person at any official tournament registration location throughout Long Island and Connecticut.
Official Registration Locations:New York
<ul><li>Blue Water Ventures – Peconic</li><li>Cow Harbor Bait &amp; Tackle – Northport</li><li>Duffy's Bait &amp; Tackle – Glenwood Landing</li><li>East Coast Fishing Supplies – Little Neck</li><li>Jack's Bait &amp; Tackle – City Island</li><li>Miller Place Bait &amp; Tackle – Mount Sinai</li><li>Tyalure Tackle – Rye</li></ul>
Connecticut
<ul><li>AW Marina – New London</li><li>Black Hall Outfitters – Westbrook</li><li>Black Rock Bait &amp; Tackle – Bridgeport</li><li>Bobby J's Bait &amp; Tackle – Milford</li><li>Branford Bait &amp; Tackle – Branford</li><li>Dee's Bait &amp; Tackle – New Haven</li><li>Fin's Bait &amp; Tackle – Clinton</li><li>Fisherman's World – East Norwalk</li><li>Fishin’ Factory – Milldale</li><li>Hillyer's Tackle Shop – Waterford</li><li>Sportsman's Den – Cos Cob</li><li>Ted's Bait &amp; Tackle – Old Saybrook</li></ul>

The registration deadline is Friday, August 28, at 11:59 p.m. Registration is $36 per angler and is required to participate. Fishing begins at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, August 29, and concludes at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 30.

For registration, tournament rules, weigh station information, and live updates, visit <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.bluefishtournament.com</a>, follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bluefishtournament" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.facebook.com/bluefishtournament</a>, or Instagram @bluefishtournament.
The 44th Annual Bluefish Tournament is proudly presented by WICC, The Surfside Hotel, Stevens Ford Lincoln of Milford, Bridgeport Harbor Marina, Water Dr., Little Pub, and The Fisherman Magazine

Local Event: 44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth with $25,000 Grand Prize

Suffolk County

Port Jefferson

New York

44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament...

The 44th Annual WICC Surfside Hotel Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth returns to Long Island Sound on Saturday, August 29,...

44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth with $25,000 Grand Prize

Jay Estate

The Jay Heritage Center in Rye, New York will celebrate America at 250 with a toast to Jay Medal honorees Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annette Gordon-Reed, the Carl M. Loeb University Professor at Harvard University and award-winning Lincoln historian Harold Holzer.
The Jay Medal for Service was created in 2012 to recognize individuals who demonstrate a selfless spirit of commitment to and engagement with their community mirroring the multifaceted contributions of John Jay and his descendants. These honorees have demonstrated through their life's work that our shared narratives as a country, complicated as they are, can be better illuminated through the highest caliber of ongoing scholarship and advocacy. Honorees are selected for their excellence in the fields of American history, environmental stewardship, social justice or civic engagement.
Joining the celebration will be Chief Judge of the State of New York and the New York Court of Appeals, Honorable Rowan D. Wilson and historian and philanthropist Elihu Rose who will present the awards at JHC's annual Soirée. Special guests will include David Blight, Frank Cogliano, Joanne Freeman, and Beverly Gage.

The Jay Medal Soirée will be held Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the Jay Estate from 5:30-9:30pm. Cocktails, dinner, award ceremony and dancing. Cocktail Attire.
<a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/hh4hwzr/lp/2df39049-73d1-4b5e-8196-3cbfafe00fd4" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">PURCHASE ADVANCE TABLES AND TICKETS HERE</a> Scroll down for more info about tables and tickets. Request a print invitation by emailing <a href="mailto:jayheritagecenter@gmail.com" target="_blank">jayheritagecenter@gmail.com</a>

Local Event: Jay Medal Soirée

Westchester County

Jay Medal Soirée

The Jay Heritage Center in Rye, New York will celebrate America at 250 with a toast to Jay Medal honorees Pulitzer...

Ace Canvas & Tent - Leading Event Specialists of Long Island

Ace Canvas & Tent Corp.

Ace Canvas &amp; Tent is the leading tent rental, party rental, and event specialist on Long Island, New York with over 70 Years Experience. Ace Canvas &amp; Tent has an extensive inventory of superior quality tents and tent rental products at your disposal for sale and rental. In addition to having a proven history for planning private and corporate functions (weddings, sporting events, private parties, corporate functions, fairs, festivals, etc.) we also offer a wide range of associated services including the manufacture of custom tents, tent repair, tent maintenance, contract sewing and more. Whether you need a brand-new tent for a corporate event, a custom-made tent built to your specifications, or high-grade used tents for an outdoor function, we have a solution that fits your specific needs and budget. Ace Canvas &amp; Tent is based out of Long Island, NY serving the tristate areas throughout NY, NJ, and CT. Ace Canvas &amp; Tent has a dedicated team of trained professionals that can not only deliver, install, and dismantle tents but also provide handyman services across Long Island, New York City, New Jersey, and Connecticut. In addition to manufacturing, renting, and selling tents, Ace Canvas &amp; Tent now also specializes in high-end inflatable structures, steel &amp; fabric buildings, retractable warehouses, sports centers, industrial doorway systems, and loading bays. This gives us a distinct edge over other tent companies that focus exclusively on event planning and tent rental. Whether you are looking for party rentals, tent rentals, or any of our other products and services in Nassau County, Suffolk County, NYC, Long Island, or anywhere in the tri-state area (NY, NJ, and CT) please feel free to contact us. Share the details about your upcoming project and let Ace Canvas &amp; Tent give you the royal treatment!

Nassau County

New York City Metropolitan Area

Long Island

Ace Canvas & Tent is the leading tent rental, party rental, and event specialist on Long Island, New York with over 70 Years Experience. Ace Canvas...

Private & Group Classes in Piano, Choir, Composition & more!

Caroline Music School 

Caroline Music School offers private lessons in voice, piano, organ, music theory and composition; as well as three new group classes in choir, elements of music, and film composition! Led by internationally renowned pianist and composer Andrei Romanov, students (all ages welcome!) will embark on a transformative journey, discovering the beauty of music through private or group sessions catered to their unique learning styles. Students will have opportunities to perform in concerts at Caroline Church and in New York City, collaborate with our teachers, and experience studio classes. Director: Andrei Romanov (B.M., M.M., P.S.D., D.M.A.) Contact: musicschool@carolinechurch.net Private Lessons: $90 per hour Group Classes: $15 per class, per student Our Instructors: - Andrei Romanov: Piano; Organ; Chamber Music; Music Theory; Composition - Wanmei Zhang: Voice, Choir - Christine Pash: Western Classical Music Theory; Sight Reading Group Classes Details: Elements of Music with Andrei Romanov - Sundays for 45 minutes in the Parish House - Open to children (ages 4-16 years old) - $15 per class, per student Singing &amp; Choir with Wanmei Zhang - Sundays for 45 minutes in Caroline Church's sanctuary - Open to children (ages 4-16 years old) - $15 per class, per student Film Composition with Andrei Romanov - Learn to compose music for film using advance music technology. - Class dates determined by group availability - Open to adults and children (ages 4-16 years old) - $15 per group class, per student - Also available through private lessons ($90 per hour)

Peggy Spellman Hoey

Three Village

Caroline Music School offers private lessons in voice, piano, organ, music theory and composition; as well as three new group classes in choir,...

The Experience You Need. The Results You Deserve.

The North Shore Injury Lawyer

Top 10 Reasons To #GetMark 1. Over 30 years of experience helping Long Island families who were injured in accidents ﻿2. Personally handles each client's case and is always there to guide you and answer any and all of your questions ﻿3. Over 100 amazing Google reviews from past clients ﻿4. Track record of great results with nearly 200 settlements of $1 million or more and thousands of other impressive settlements. ﻿5. Partner of a 7-lawyer firm on Long Island with a full support staff and all of the necessary resources to go to trial ﻿6. Well-known by insurance companies and their lawyers ﻿7. Extensive experience in depositions, mediations, and arbitrations ﻿8. Strategically pushes each case quickly through the legal system﻿﻿ ﻿9. Takes the time to keep you updated on the status of your case and is focused on building strong client-attorney relationships ﻿10. Always strives to obtain the results that you truly deserve Representation Matters Mark knows that many of the people coming to him are experiencing the most difficult times of their life. He and his team will guide you every step of the way and are committed to fight for you in court so you can focus on your recovery. If you or someone you know is in need of help from a personal injury lawyer on Long Island, don’t wait. Call right now to speak directly with Mark and he will answer all of your questions and provide you with honest answers and advice based on his over 30 years of experience, 631-495-9435. #GetMark today and feel confident that you have the right attorney standing up for you. Nassau Office: 144 Woodbury Road Woodbury, NY 11797 Suffolk Office: 111 Main Street, Unit J Stony Brook, NY 11790

Lisa Finn

North Fork

Top 10 Reasons To #GetMark 1. Over 30 years of experience helping Long Island families who were injured in accidents ﻿2. Personally handles each...

Shirley-Mastic

Staying Cool, While 'Bringing Back Some...

"And, I always say I made the first meme for Long Island. It's been known, but people don't say it. I got a lot of hype."

Staying Cool, While 'Bringing Back Some Memories,' As The Shirley Drive-In Facebook Page Continues To Explode

Community Corner

Sachem

Man, 50, Dies After Becoming Trapped Under Car...

The man was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital where he was pronounced dead, Suffolk police say.

Man, 50, Dies After Becoming Trapped Under Car In Selden: Police

Crime & Safety

Brookhaven Town Police Blotter: Aug. 17 to Aug....

This is a snapshot of some of the arrests and incidents from across the township.

Brookhaven Town Police Blotter: Aug. 17 to Aug. 24, 2026

Patchogue

Bellport Man Charged With Animal Cruelty After...

The mixed-breed dog, "Seven," is currently receiving the necessary medical treatment at a local animal shelter, SPCA says.

Bellport Man Charged With Animal Cruelty After Dog, 10, Found Wounded And Infested With Flies: SPCA

Osprey Trapped At Topgolf In Holtsville Frees...

"We appreciate the community's concern and thank all the local authorities and wildlife experts who assisted." - Topgolf

Osprey Trapped At Topgolf In Holtsville Frees Itself From Net, Flies Away

Port Jefferson Harbor And The Liberty Clipper:...

PHOTOS: The rockets red glare, and introducing Long Island's tallest ship, of more than 100 ft to the community, is these sailors' delight.

Port Jefferson Harbor And The Liberty Clipper: A Match Made In The 'Schoonerverse'

Travel

Where To Find The Best Sushi On Long Island

From takeouts, to sit in restaurants, and combos, there is no shortage of great sushi on Long Island.

Restaurants & Bars

The Real Ghosts Of Long Island Explored

With a rich past there's a list to set your hairs on end. From historic sites, cemeteries, and woods, to campgrounds and the beyond.

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

Port Jefferson Harbor And The Liberty Clipper: A Match Made In The 'Schoonerverse'

Port Jefferson Harbor And The Liberty Clipper: A Match Made In The 'Schoonerverse'

44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth with $25,000 Grand Prize

Jay Medal Soirée

Ace Canvas & Tent Corp.

Caroline Music School

The North Shore Injury Lawyer