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Coalition Grows Against Hochul’s Nuclear Plan
More than 100 organizations rally to oppose Hochul nuclear plan.
Floyd Faculty Concert Raises $7K for Music Scholarships
The William Floyd School District’s Music Department continued one of its most cherished traditions with the 43rd Annual Music Faculty Scholarship Concert, held before a packed audience at the William Floyd High School auditorium.
WFHS Senior Earns Air Force Academy Nomination
William Floyd High School senior Dominick Lauro has earned a congressional nomination from U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer to attend the United States Air Force Academy, bringing him one step closer to his goal of serving as an officer in the Air Force.
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SP is All About SK
In fantasy baseball this season, starting pitching feels filled with question marks. Nearly every arm comes with a concern, whether it’s durability, innings limits, or injury history. There are, however, two exceptions that stand above the rest. The two starters with the initials “SK” appear to be the clear top choices on draft boards.
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Mastic Beach Ambulance Installs Officers at Annual Ceremony
Brookhaven officials and emergency responders gathered Feb. 28 to celebrate the annual Installation of Officers for the Mastic Beach Ambulance Company, honoring the volunteers who provide lifesaving emergency medical services to the community.
Smithtown Schools Celebrate Seven Merit Finalists
Seven students from the Smithtown Central School District have been named finalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program, placing them among the top high school scholars in the country.
Cops Cuff Man After Selden Knifepoint Robbery
A Holtsville man has been arrested after police say he robbed a woman at knifepoint inside a building on College Road in Selden, according to Suffolk County police.
Ortt, GOP Senators Blast New York Energy Mandates
New York Senate Republicans are ramping up criticism of the state’s climate law after a state memo revealed the potential for steep increases in energy costs for residents.
DeStefano Sounds Alarm on Soaring Energy Prices
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano joined fellow Republican lawmakers from the state Assembly and Senate at the Capitol this week to raise concerns about rising energy costs in New York, warning that current state policies could lead to even higher prices for residents and businesses.
Suffolk Sheriff Unveils New Youth Leadership Program
Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon, Jr. has announced the launch of a new youth education initiative aimed at helping middle school students build leadership and life skills while strengthening relationships between young people and law enforcement.
West Meadow Beach Dredging Nears Completion
Dredging work at West Meadow Beach is expected to wrap up around the middle of March, according to the latest update from the Suffolk County Department of Public Works, assuming there are no further weather or equipment delays.
SCPD Seeks Helicopter Mechanic for Aviation Unit
The Suffolk County Police Department is seeking to hire a certified helicopter mechanic to support its Aviation Section and help maintain the department’s fleet of four helicopters.
Saved From Flames: Crash Survivor Reunites With Heroes
Suffolk County officials reunited with a man whose life was saved by police officers who pulled him from a burning vehicle after a violent crash in Holtsville last November.
Saved From Flames: Crash Survivor Reunites With Heroes
Suffolk County officials reunited with a man whose life was saved by police officers who pulled him from a burning vehicle after a violent crash in Holtsville last November.
Mangano Three Peats
Star wrestler Gavin Mangano led the Shoreham-Wading River Wildcats at the state championships this past week, capturing his third New York State title and cementing his place among the elite wrestlers in program history.
South Shore Press Q&A: Barton on Baseball
As Major League Baseball spring training gets underway, anticipation is building among fans eager to see how their teams will perform in the months ahead.
Students Donate Art to Stony Brook Hospital
"Art from the heart" was on full display as middle school students in the Smithtown Central School District turned creativity into compassion.
35 Suffolk Correction Officer Recruits Sworn In
The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office welcomed its newest class of correction officer recruits during a swearing-in ceremony held at the Yaphank Correctional Facility.
All Abilities Fair Welcomes Local Families
The Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library welcomed dozens of families for its All Abilities Awareness Fair, an afternoon dedicated to promoting inclusion, accessibility and community connection at the main library in Shirley.
Holocaust Survivor’s Son Speaks to Students
Holocaust education came to life at Smithtown High School East and Smithtown High School West , as Dr. Bernie Furshpan shared his family’s powerful story of survival with 10th grade students.
SSP Review: Democrats Pleaded With Jeffrey Epstein to Attend Hochul Fundraiser
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s name appears in a tranche of emails included in materials commonly referred to as the “Epstein files,” according to copies of correspondence reviewed by the South Shore Press.
Police: Man Flees Stop in Stolen U-Haul
A Mastic Beach man was arrested after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop in a stolen U-Haul van, driving recklessly through several Suffolk County communities and becoming involved in a hit-and-run crash, police said.
Vaping Awareness Month Urges New Yorkers to Quit
March marks Vaping Awareness Month, and the New York State Quitline is using the occasion to spotlight the health risks of electronic cigarettes while encouraging residents to take advantage of free quitting resources.
Albany’s Climate Mandates Are Driving Up Costs for New York Families and Small Businesses
Guest Editorial: New Yorkers are already struggling under the highest cost of living in the nation.
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