By Mariana Dominguez ~ “No woman has ever represented Suffolk County in the U.S. House of Representatives. This could now change,” wrote Karl Grossman in his July 24, 2020, column in this publication. Copiague resident Jackie Gordon defeated Patricia Maher … Full Story
PCLI 2020: Fire Island News Takes Home Four Media Awards
Among the many things that the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted, Press Club Long Island (PCLI) had to cancel their Media Awards celebrations this year. However without fanfare or anticipation, they quietly announced this year’s winners of this most coveted regional … Full Story
2020 : Issue 2
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SPECIAL REPORT: Islip Explores Outsourcing Atlantique Marina Operations
By Laura Schmidt ~ Town of Islip’s recent decision to relinquish direct operation of Atlantique Marina has shocked boat owners, prompting substantial opposition from some. The town released a request for proposal (RFP) on their website, including a list of … Full Story
2020: Issue 1
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2019: Issue 8
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ISLAND MEMAID: Reflecting Upon 30 Years on Fire Island
By Scott Hirsch ~ It’s impossible to simply reflect upon this year as the 30th Anniversary of Island Mermaid without chuckling about how it started 43 years ago on a rain soaked night as a 17-year-old East Islip junior. What … Full Story
Destroying Fire Island Pines Media Backlash
By Laura Schmidt ~ Negative press generated from unsafe parties at the Pines Fourth of July weekend has prompted community leaders, official and unofficial, to do more to enforce CDC guidelines and ensure residents’ safety. Fire Island Pines made national … Full Story
2019: Issue 7
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Ocean Beach EMS Captain Gretchen Stang (1959-2020)
By Joey Macellaro ~ AN ACCOMPLISHED COMPETITIVE sailor, first responder, and beloved fixture in the Ocean Beach community, Gretchen Stang died last month at the age of 61 after a long illness. A native of Babylon, Gretchen loved her family, … Full Story