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‘Urinetown’ cast performing variety shows to benefit OneOrlando Fund, scholarships

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“When the Pulse tragedy happened, everyone was blown away by it. Any act of violence like that has an impact, but this hits home for us."

Local students get head-start on career choices during BOCES summer programs

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The programs are designed to to help kids look "beyond middle and high school" by giving them a chance to explore career options that interest them.

Registration opens Friday for Southold recreation department fall programs

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Southold Recreation Department says it's striving to provide “something for everyone” this fall. Registration opens Aug. 11 for a wide variety of fall programs for both children and adults.

‘The art of letting go’: What working with a temporary medium has taught Greenport chalk-artist Kara Hoblin

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Some lessons about the impermanence of life, the need to let go and learning to let go are not easily learned, but for this Greenport photographer turned chalk artist, they were among the most important lessons of her young life.

Fireworks and live music to mark the end of summer at Brecknock Hall

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Mark the unofficial end of summer by enjoying an evening of patriotic music followed by a fireworks display on Brecknock Hall's beautiful grounds.

Take a virtual tour of Plum Island Friday evening courtesy of preservation group

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Plum Island is off-limits to visitors, but on August 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Peconic Community Center, you can get a "virtual tour" of the island.

When paying it forward comes full circle: Group formed to honor fallen EMT donates to organization that gave her special needs...

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How’s this for an excerpt: When their daughter Heidi, a 23-year-old Riverhead EMT, was killed in an ambulance crash in 2005, leaving behind a severely disabled infant son, June and John Behr's life was turned completely upside down. The Cutchogue couple has since learned how blessings are born of tragedy and heartache — and how paying it forward can eventually come full circle.

First-ever North Fork TV Festival to be held at Greenport Theater this month

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The first-ever North Fork TV Festival is coming to Greenport Theater this month, showcasing advance screenings of independent television series alongside panels and discussions that will feature top indie TV creators from across the country.

Pokémon Go players get free, 3D-printed ‘team badges’ at library Pokéstop

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Trainers just have to show a librarian which team they're on to receive a free 3D-printed keychain badge. They also have "knowledge" and "lure" badges.

Photos: Rotary’s 25th Annual Lobster Fest draws over 1,000 to Founder’s Landing

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Steamed lobsters, grilled-to-order steaks, mussels, fresh local corn, potatoes and watermelon were on the menu yesterday for the annual outdoor feast hosted by Greenport and Southold Rotary clubs.