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đď¸ What âAffordable Housingâ Really Means in the Mastic Beach Redevelopment Plan
If youâve heard about the proposed redevelopment along Neighborhood Road in Mastic Beach, youâve probably also heard the term âaffordable housing.â And for many residents, that phrase immediately raises concerns. Some people assume it means Section 8 housing. Others think it will bring in residents who are not financially stable. But hereâs the reality: Thatâs…
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Why Do People Dump Garbage When Brookhaven Provides the Services to Remove It?
Itâs a question I often find myself asking: Why do people dump garbage in our community when the Town of Brookhaven already provides the services to properly dispose of it? Living in Mastic Beach, Iâve made it a habit to take early morning bicycle rides through the quiet roads along our shoreline. These waterfront streets…
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Did You See the âUFOâ Over Mastic Beach? The Truth About This Weekâs Daytime Fireball
If you were in Mastic Beach, Shirley, or elsewhere along the Long Island South Shore this week and happened to glance up at just the right moment, you may have caught one of the strangest sights of the season: a bright daytime streak flashing through the sky and immediately setting off the classic question â…
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Just Listed 3 Bedroom 1 1/2 Bath Cape in Mastic
Updated 3 Bedroom 1 1/2 Bath Cape on a Corner Lot! This beautifully updated home features an open-concept layout with wood floors and a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the living room… Listed by Signature Premier Properties. Click Here for More Information
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Best Parks and Playgrounds Near Mastic Beach NY for Families and Outdoor Fun
If you are looking for the best parks and playgrounds near Mastic Beach NY, there are more local options than many people realize. This part of Long Islandâs South Shore offers a great mix of family-friendly playgrounds, scenic waterfront parks, nature trails, spray park fun, and open spaces that make it easy to enjoy the…
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Spring 2026 Community Meeting Set for April 4 in Shirley
Residents of Mastic Beach, Shirley, and nearby Brookhaven communities are invited to the Spring 2026 Community Meeting hosted by the Mastic Beach Conservancy on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge, 340 Smith Road, Shirley, NY 11967. It is open to the public,…
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Things to Do in Mastic Beach NY: Parks, Nature, Events and Local Favorites
If you are looking for things to do in Mastic Beach NY, you may be surprised by how much this South Shore community and the surrounding area have to offer. Mastic Beach is a place where waterfront views, nearby beaches, nature trails, and local history all come together in a way that feels relaxed and…
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Suffolk County Giving Away 2,500 Free Tree Seedlings For Arbor Day 2026
Residents across Suffolk County and Long Island, including communities like Mastic Beach, Shirley, and Patchogue, will soon have the opportunity to receive free tree seedlings as part of a countywide environmental initiative. Suffolk County officials announced they will distribute 2,500 free Red Oak tree seedlings to residents beginning April 24, 2026 (Arbor Day) as part…
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Violet Cove Redevelopment Design
Click Here for mo details: Violet Cove RedevelopmentThe tri-hamlet peninsula of Mastic, Mastic Beach and Shirley, located on the south shore of Suffolk County, has been the focus of many planning efforts in recent years. Once predominately a summer community, the year-round population on the tri-hamlet peninsula has steadily increased since 1950 as a result…
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Blue Buffer Program
Reserve your 15-minute appointment, Virtual or In-Person here: bit.ly/bb_calendly Have questions? Email: info@bluebuffers.org or call: (855)865-2897Location for In-Person Office Hours: Mastic Beach Satellite BranchMastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library369 Neighborhood RdMastic Beach, NY 11951Walk-Ins Welcome As a local Realtor and Mastic Beach resident, I think homeowners in the targeted area should seriously consider listening to the stateâs offer….