April 15th, 2020 – Sheila Solomon and Randy Levy tied the knot and their protective face masks Tuesday, on the steps of Town Hall! The bride and groom were joined by loving family and friends who adhered to social distancing protocols during the ceremony.
April 14th, 2020 – Residents expressed their appreciation for front line workers by leaving hand made signs around the perimeter of Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip.
April 14th, 2020 – The Town of Islip Senior Citizen Services division is delivering more than 4,600 meals weekly to seniors in need. In addition to the Town servicing its regular home delivered meal clients, more than 400 other senior citizens have qualified for weekly delivery based on need.
April 9th, 2020 – Danny Tran, owner of Islip Cleaners and Tailors, and Mareia Vargas, are sewing masks in colors inspired by Easter eggs.
The masks are being donated to local nursing homes, and are for sale to his customers.
April 9th, 2020 – Gloves and masks, or personal protective equipment (PPE), can be found littered in parking lots of local supermarkets, pharmacies and other big box stores throughout the Town of Islip.
April 8th, 2020 – Lee's Auto Body Shop demonstrated its appreciation for the health care workers and first responders on the front lines, with signage outside their shop.