Young and old thronged the sidewalks, imbibing stouts, ales and nonalcoholic drinks as well as noshing on snacks — both Irish and not-so-Irish.

The Irish flag is up at St. Mary’s in East Islip, a sure sign that the town’s beloved John P. Reilly St. Patrick’s Day Parade is now just days away. The 60th annual parade takes place on ...

East Islip wasn’t satisfied with a second-place finish at the state championship a year ago and worked all year to give themselves another opportunity to compete. East Islip finished in fifth ...