May 11th, 2020 – As Long Island begins to take measured steps towards reopening businesses, Long Island’s airport of choice is proactively preparing to help lead the region’s economy as it comes out of the pandemic.
May 8th, 2020 – As travelers begin to make plans to fly again and airlines work nonstop to ensure the health and wellness of their customers, Long Island MacArthur Airport becomes the first airport in the world to install and activate new systems to continuously sanitize air and surfaces in the airport’s facilities.
May 4th, 2020 – St. John the Baptist high school seniors drove around the school grounds Saturday, to the cheers of faculty holding signs wishing seniors well. The "senior send-off" at the West Islip high school was an opportunity for administrators and teachers to recognize the students, and distribute lawn signs for the graduating class of 2020.
April 30th, 2020 – Islip High School teachers, boardmembers and administrators rode in a cavalcade of 70 cars throughout the hamlet of Islip Tuesday, to reconnect with their colleagues and students. The parade of 70 staff members drove for three hours through neighborhood streets, escorted by an Islip fire truck.
April 28th, 2020 – The United States Air Force Thunderbirds and the United States Navy Blue Angels paid tribute to healthcare workers battling COVID-19 with a flyover Long Island's south shore Tuesday.
April 24th, 2020 – Stanley's Bakery of East Islip gave away 80 loaves of free Italian bread to local residents in need Thursday. The much-loved bakery has been a fixture in the community for more than 60 years.
April 22nd, 2020 – Today, April 22, 2020 marks the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day. Town of Islip officials are reminding residents to maximize their recycling opportunities by recycling bottles, cans, paper, cardboard and plastics. Be mindful of taking care of your yard waste and continue to mulch your grass. The Town of Islip compost facility remains open.