As we step into February, a month often associated with connection, community, and hearts, I am reminded of the incredible strength and spirit of our local business community. This is a time to …
On Jan. 12, 2026, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation released an advisory for New Yorkers about rising cases of avian influenza (HPAI) as bird migrations continue through …
Born circa 1797, Abraham Perdue arrived in Center Moriches in 1828, a freed slave among many seeking opportunities on the East End of Long Island during a time of great economic, political, and …
Beechwood at the Waterways, in Moriches, recently launched their pre-construction sales, including 34 condominium homes for 55-plus adults. The models are villa-style with floorplans starting in the …
We learned recently of the death of Dougie, whose letter to Santa asking for a home was our December 2023 cover story. Dougie didn’t have much going for him when he first came to our …
Caring for her 10-plus-year-old dog, local Center Moriches resident Catherine McHeffey said she feels it is a privilege. McHeffey, 33, graduated from St. Joseph’s in 2015 and Adelphi with her …
February at Helping Makes U Happy means cooking is back! Normally during February break, we’ve done a couple days of cooking with Chef Keith ‘n Kids. This year, the Eastport Fire …
The Center Moriches Free Public Library unveiled its new Community Garden and an Outdoor Children’s Area on Saturday, Dec. 6, with a ribbon cutting. Despite cold weather, about 70 people came …
On Dec. 8, the Center Moriches School District hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completed renovation of the Center Moriches High School auditorium. …
Center Moriches High School Robotics Team 4458, Infernobotix, annually participates in the FIRST Robotics Competition. The team is currently preparing for this year’s upcoming game, REBUILT, which …
The Tide is welcoming 2026 in the Moriches with admirable New Year’s resolutions from many of our local faces. What is your New Year’s goal? Daniel Panico, Brookhaven Town …
By C E Parry For Christine, co-owner with her sister, Debbie, of Moriches Dog Grooming, the hardest part of leaving will be saying goodbye to the people and their pets. “We talk to so …
New Beginnings founder and East Quogue residents, Allyson Scerri and her husband, Stephen, who is also the superintendent of Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Center Moriches, recently held a festive holiday …
A ticking in her ear, brain fog when she’d try to complete tasks at work, nausea and vertigo set Caitlyn Mercado on the journey of her young life last August. Following a misdiagnosis at an …
Trying to answer a question about local history can lead to some interesting details. Take, for example, the origin of James Hawkins Road in Moriches. A Google search turned up a Facebook entry …
Virginia Tyson was selected by Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches to be their grand marshal for the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade. She said growing up in Center Moriches has always been an …
As we’ve mentioned before, we moved into a new space: 234 Main Street, Center Moriches! To make it easier to find us, we had our windows painted by local artist Angie Nicholes (pictured). I …
On Nov. 8, 2025, the Moriches Rotary Club held a Stuff a Bus at the Center Moriches King Kullen to benefit the food pantries at the Eastport Bible Church and the Center Moriches Presbyterian Church. …
For nearly 10 years, Steve Druek, owner of Druek True Value, has volunteered his time and services to decorate and light the Christmas tree in the Center Moriches Square Shopping Center for the …
The Moriches area has many stores that sell unique gifts and treats for the holidays—including ones you can’t find anywhere else. Below, we compiled our top gift picks. Happy …
