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When expulsion replaces due process, the balance of power in Congress begins to shift.
Modern Drugs, Timeless Despair
It’s legal, easy to get, and marketed as a natural product, but kratom is leaving a trail of addiction, withdrawal, and concern across Suffolk County.
Suffolk Police to Auction Impounded Vehicles April 25
The Suffolk County Police Department will open its impound lot to the public as it hosts a vehicle auction featuring dozens of used cars and SUVs, offering residents a chance to purchase vehicles at competitive prices.
Students Honor Lineworkers at Spring Safety Event
Students at Park Avenue Memorial Elementary School gathered outdoors to celebrate and thank the lineworkers of PSEG Long Island ahead of National Lineworker Appreciation Day, turning a sunny spring afternoon into a lesson in gratitude and safety.
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Suffolk Police to Auction Impounded Vehicles April 25
The Suffolk County Police Department will open its impound lot to the public as it hosts a vehicle auction featuring dozens of used cars and SUVs, offering residents a chance to purchase vehicles at competitive prices.
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Q: If I open a 529 account for my grandchild, who will manage it if I pass away?
A 529 plan is more than just a savings account—it’s part of your estate plan.
Smithtown West Honors Veterans at Annual Breakfast
Smithtown High School West hosted its third annual Thomas Mooney Veterans Breakfast, welcoming local veterans as honored guests for a morning dedicated to recognition, reflection and community connection.
Drug Danger: Suffolk Cracks Down On Kratom
A Suffolk lawmaker is pushing to ban kratom as officials warn of rising addiction risks and links to overdose deaths, with residents sharing firsthand accounts of the drug’s grip.
First Battle of the Books to Engage Adults from Patchogue-Medford Library
The Patchogue-Medford Library is gearing up for its first-ever Adult Battle of the Books.
Blakeman Warns Hochul Tax Plan Hits Businesses Hard
Nassau County Executive and Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman is sounding the alarm over what he calls a “secret business tax” in Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed FY 2027 budget, warning it will ripple through New York’s economy in ways many families won’t immediately see, but will ultimately feel.
Mastic FD Marks 101st Installation Dinner
The Mastic Fire Department marked a significant milestone this week, celebrating its 101st Annual Installation Dinner with an evening dedicated to service, leadership, and community pride.
Sheriff Honors Vaccaro for Community Leadership
Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon Jr. honored longtime community leader Chris R. Vaccaro with the April Sheriff’s Community Leadership Award during a ceremony in Lake Ronkonkoma, recognizing decades of service across education, journalism, and civic organizations.
Suffolk Police Promote 75 Officers at Brentwood Event
More than 75 recently promoted members of the Suffolk County Police Department were recognized during a ceremony in Brentwood, marking a significant milestone for one of the nation’s largest law enforcement agencies.
SCPD Prom Impact Helps Students Shine for Free
High school students across Suffolk County stepped into prom season with confidence and style, thanks to the Suffolk County Police Department’s 9th Annual Prom Impact event held at the Police Academy in Brentwood.
Vietnam Escape Story Highlights Resilience And Renewal
A young girl’s escape from Saigon becomes a powerful story of survival, sacrifice, and the long journey to rebuild a life in America.
The Segregated Nazi Concentration Camp for American-Jewish Prisoners of War
A hidden chapter of World War II reveals how American Jewish POWs were singled out and sent to a Nazi labor camp, where survival meant enduring the unthinkable.
Healthcare Billing Careers Get Boost At Hunter
Hunter Business School rolls out a fully online Medical Billing and Coding program, giving students a fast track into one of healthcare’s most in-demand careers.
Precision Carpentry Built On Experience And Pride
A local craftsman bringing detail, precision, and pride to every job.
When Government Takes Less, America Gains More
Americans See Real Relief As Refunds Rise And Tax Bills Fall.
Why So Many Are Coming Home: The Return to Suffolk County
A “long vacation” ends as former residents come back to stay.
Policy Changes Dim But Don’t Kill Solar
The end of a key tax credit rattles the industry—but solar’s value endures.
Suffolk County Jail Guard Busted in Child Abuse Image Case
A Suffolk County corrections officer has been arrested and charged with possessing child sexual abuse material, authorities announced.
Trump Drops Hammer on Hochul, Mamdani
New York State is facing a political and financial “double whammy” from the Trump administration, as both President Donald Trump and his Transportation Chief escalated pressure on state leadership this week, specifically blasting Big Apple Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Salvadoran Gets 25-to-Life for Basement Murder
Darwin Josue Maldonado Vanegas, 32, was convicted in March after a jury found him guilty of second-degree murder and weapons charges in the April 2025 killing of 24-year-old Daniel Nunez-Hernandez.
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