“Welcome to Islip, the 3rd largest town in New York State, but with an endearing small town feel. We are so proud of our town…our beaches, golf courses, marinas, parks, housing opportunities for all, businesses, industrial parks, healthcare and educational institutions including our own Islip MacArthur Airport that provides many job opportunities. I sincerely hope you find this website helpful.” — Angie
September 2nd, 2020 – Dozens of kids attended their last day at the Town of Islip Byron Lake Summer Camp recently. Camp goers and counselors reflected on the fun activities they enjoyed during their time spent at the beautiful lakeside setting, and vowed to return next summer.
September 2nd, 2020 – The Town of Islip kicked-off its second annual Islip Goes Purple event on the 20th anniversary of International Overdose Awareness Day Monday, August 31, with a press conference on the steps of Town Hall.
August 31st, 2020 – Today, August 31st marks the 20th anniversary of International Overdose Awareness Day. Tomorrow, September 1st marks the Town of Islip's second annual Islip Goes Purple event, signaling the start of September is Recovery Awareness month.
August 27th, 2020 – Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter and Town Councilman John Cochrane, Jr. were joined by New York State Senator Phil Boyle and members of the US Coast Guard, at an award ceremony honoring the Fireball Ferry Captain and crew who last month, rescued 6 passengers from a sinking boat in the Great South Bay.
August 26th, 2020 – The Town of Islip held its Monday Night Drive-In Movie Night at Brookwood Hall recently, where hundreds of families turned out to watch Minions under the stars.
August 25th, 2020 – Preparations are underway for the Town of Islip's second annual Islip Goes Purple event, signaling the start of September is Recovery Awareness month.
August 6th, 2020 – The Town of Islip sustained damage from tropical storm force winds caused by Hurricane Isaias, causing heavy limbs to fall, damaging fences and residents’ property, taking down power lines and leaving many roads impassable.