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Medford, NY: Local News, Events & Community Guide - November 2026
Updated: Wednesday, November 4, 2026
## [Medford, NY](https://www.google.com/maps/search/Medford%2C+NY?utm_source=openai)
Medford is a hamlet and census-designated place (CDP) located in the Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County, on Long Island, New York. Situated approximately 60 miles east of New York City, Medford offers a suburban environment with convenient access to urban centers. ([apartments.com](https://www.apartments.com/local-guide/medford-ny/?utm_source=openai))
**History**
The area now known as Medford was originally part of the Long Island Central Pine Barrens. The establishment of the Medford station by the Long Island Rail Road in 1843 connected the region to the broader Long Island network, facilitating growth and development. In 1907, the LIRR established the Medford Prosperity Farm (Experimental Station #2) on 80 acres to demonstrate that crops could be cultivated in the Pine Barrens. Theodore Roosevelt visited the station in August 1910. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medford%2C_New_York?utm_source=openai))
**Geography and Setting**
Medford is characterized by its flat terrain, situated within the Long Island Pine Barrens region. The area encompasses approximately 10.8 square miles, all of which is land. The community is bordered by Farmingville to the north and Patchogue to the south, providing a balance between residential neighborhoods and access to open spaces. ([longislandguide.com](https://www.longislandguide.com/visit/medford/?utm_source=openai))
