King Blasts Rubio's NY Visit

Rep. Peter King hammers Sen. Marco Rubio, who came to New York asking for money after fighting Sandy relief.

FEMA Deadline Extended Again for Sandy Victims

The FEMA registration deadline has been extended to March 29 for hurricane survivors in New York.

GOP Town Council Members Could Face Primary

Four Republican candidates express interest in running for seats currently held by Trish Bergin Weichbrodt and Steve Flotteron.

Insurance Assistance Center Tomorrow at Tanner Park

Event sponsored by Sen. Charles Fuschillo will give homeowners access to Dept. of Financial Services.

Raia To Attend Rally Challenging Cuomo on School Aid

Republicans, educators to push demand for change in distribution of aid.

Daytime Closures on Sunrise Highway in West Islip for Emergency Repairs

New York State Department of Transportation announces Exit 41 to Exit 43 closed Friday 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

West Islip Association Aims for Compromises for La Grange Site

Community group will hold a public meeting to discuss CVS proposal at the West Islip Library on Thursday at 7 p.m.

Report: Familiar Names On Government Payrolls

Politically connected relatives working for leading elected officials.

Would You Support a Plastic-Foam Container Ban?

New York's Mayor said outlawing the packaging would curtail an annual waste stream of about 20,000 tons of plastic foam.

Suffolk Notebook: Split Ownership of Foley Nursing Home Proposed

Legis. Thomas Barraga suggests private buyers pay $11.5 million for 50 percent share; run facility for five years.

Fire Island Cleanup Award Under Scrutiny a Second Time

Army Corps of Engineers said work will progress while investigation around second bid is underway.

Islip Town Board Drops Effort to Limit Croci's Power

Residents blast board for public political struggle, say faith in council members is shaken after ordeal.

Aging Fleet, Fewer Workers Slow Islip's Storm Response

Supervisor said these factors combined with heavy snowfall presented challenges to cleanup efforts.

Islip Town Board Rethinks Plan to Limit Croci's Power

Reports claim town attorney believes town board will adjourn the public hearing set for Tuesday night.

Snow Removal: How Did Islip Do?

West Islip schools and businesses were open Monday. But are you satisfied?

In West Islip, Some Wait for Plows

Islip Town "pulling out all the stops" to clean streets following Friday's storm.

National Grid: 100,000 Outages Expected on LI

As of early evening, West Islip residents are mostly powered up.

W. Islip Residents Unfazed By No Saturday Mail

Decision to stop weekend delivery seen as a good way for financially struggling Postal Service to help reduce costs.

Town Closes Casamento Pool

Facility at West Islip park will remain shut this summer as Islip shifts funds to cover costs of Sandy-related repairs.

Barraga On State Gun Law: It Wasn't Supposed To Be This Way

Suffolk County lawmaker weighs in on state gun law passed in the wake of Sandy Hook shooting.

Meet Tony, Shelter Pet of the Week

Seeking a new family pet? This sweet kitty might be the right one for you and your family.

Islip Town Board Eyes Expansion of Powers

Vote on public hearing to discuss shift of administrative duties set for Tuesday at Town Hall.

Meet Thor, Shelter Pet of the Week

Seeking a new family pet? This sweet pup might be the right one for you and your family.

W. Islip Man Among 17 Accused of Stealing Copper Wire From LIRR

More than $250K worth of wire stolen since 2010 in organized scheme, according to Nassau County district attorney.

Stamp Prices to Increase Next Week

U.S. Postal Service rates are set to change on Jan. 27.

Raia: Gun Bill "Just Not Sensible"

State assemblyman says Cuomo bill was rushed and defective.

Reader’s React: What Do You Think About Increasing the Minimum Wage?

We want to hear from our readers on the issues that matter.

Legislators Seeking Tax Relief for West Islip Sandy Victims

Horsley, Cilmi looking to give those hit hardest extra time to pay taxes without interest.

Reader Reaction: New State Gun Law

West Islip Patch readers share their thoughts on the state's new gun legislation.

West Islip Residents Weigh In On LIPA's Future

Moreland Commission recommends replacing LIPA with a privately run company. See what your neighbors said.

SCPD Now Anonymously Taking Tips Via Text

"Text-A-Tip" aims to be a confidential way for locals to submit crime details to Crime Stoppers.

Islip Town Eyes Raising Home Height Limits

Islip officials to hold public hearing on altering height of private dwellings located in certain flood zones to help meet federal guidelines.

Islip Sandy Relief Center Closing

Local residents still in need of assistance may visit center still open in Lindenhurst.

New State Laws For 2013

Here are some measures that take effect in New York State on New Years Day.

Fire Island Clean Up To Begin In January

FEMA allocates $30 million to remove debris left behind by Hurricane Sandy.

New Roof for Ducks Ballpark

Suffolk lawmakers set to approve $600,000 repair job for ballpark damaged by Sandy.

Three Charged In Illegal Black Fish Sale in West Islip

Expensive fish were kept in pens at a West Islip residence.

New Maps, Photos Illustrate Sandy's Massive Damage to Fire Island

The before and after shots illustrate where the super storm did 30 years worth of beach erosion in just one day.

Petition, Facebook Page Fight to 'Save' La Grange Inn

An application to demolish the building and construct a CVS sits before the Town of Islip Planning Board.

Islip Adopts Budget With 28 Percent Town Tax Hike, 22 Layoffs

Board slashes $8 million from preliminary spending plan and approves $111 million 2013 budget Monday.