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Members of the La Grange Task Force.
La Grange Task Force Eyes Expanded Role In West Islip
The La Grange Task Force, formed earlier this year with the mission of finding alternative uses for LaGrange and surrounding property, is now looking to have a greater impact on the future of West Islip beyond only finding an alternative to the construction of a Walgreens next to the venerable catering hall/restaurant.

The West Islip Fire Department's Brewers Band marching during the 2008 Memorial Day Parade.
WIFD Brewers Band Takes Second Straight State Title
The West Islip Fire Department’s Brewers Continental Band are state champions for the second consecutive year, having recently won the New York State Parade and Drill competition held recently in Buffalo.
Improvements At Moose Lodge Could Be In The Offing
The dilapidated West Islip Moose Lodge, long viewed by local residents as an eye-sore may soon be razed and replaced with a new office building, according to sources with the Town of Islip who spoke with WestIslipTribune.com.

Good Samaritan Hospital officials said the medical center contributes more than $795 million to the economy annually.
Depsite Good Sam's Positive Economic Impact, Local Concerns Remain
Despite its not-for-profit status, Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center contributes more than $36 million in state and local taxes annually and has an overall economic impact of more than $795 million each year, hospital officials recently told members of the Suffolk County Legislature.
BOE Starts New School Year Facing New And Familiar Issues
With the new school year on the horizon, the West Islip Board of Education faces another challenging year that is expected to include a host of issues ranging from completion of the district’s architectural plans in September to the constant monitoring of finances and state aid.
On Second Thought...BOE Moves '09 Graduation Back To Saturday
Those who planned early and printed invitations to next year’s West Islip High School Graduation will now be in need of change the date cards.
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West Islip Blue Lightning Win East End Soccer Tournament
The West Islip Soccer Club’s Blue Lightning U12 boys recently won first place in the annual East End Memorial Soccer Tournament. The Blue Lightning went 3-1 during the tournament.

Wishbone Ash plays the Boulton Center September 13.
Classic Rockers Wishbone Ash, Appice Head To Boulton Center
Classic rock comes to the South Shore of Suffolk County in the weeks ahead as the YMCA Bolton Center welcomes drummer Carmine Appice and 70s rockers Wishbone Ash.
As Students Head Back To Class, Time To Attend A BOE Meeting
It’s September. The kids are back in school, summer vacation pictures serve as reminders of a fun trip or two, and the nights are getting shorter and a tad bit chillier. It’s the perfect time to think about the 2009-2010 school budget.
La Grange Opens The Door To A Broader Conversation About WI
Now that the La Grange Task Force has issued its recommendations, the next obvious question is “What’s next?”
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