The Rotunda siblings made Center Moriches soccer history with a combined All-Conference, All-County, All-State, Exceptional Senior, and League MVP accolades. “Great family! All of them are …
This winter, Center Moriches boys varsity basketball is having a prosperous season, contending in Suffolk County League VI. Their current overall record for the 2025-26 season is 9-3 and their league …
Eastport-South Manor boys varsity basketball holds a 3-6 league record and a 6-7 overall record in their winter season. The 2025-26 ESM Sharks started off their season thrashing Hampton Bays, 74-25, …
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 …
On Wednesday, Jan. 7, the Rotary Club of the Moriches recognized two Center Moriches High School Interact Students of the Month at its bi-monthly meeting. The meetings are held at JC’s Restaurant …
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 …
