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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman accepted the New York State Republican Party’s nomination for governor Tuesday, pledging to unite Republicans across the state to defeat Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul in November.
Komatireddy Vows Tough-on-Crime AG Campaign
Saritha Komatireddy, the Republican nominee for New York State Attorney General, pledged a return to tough-on-crime enforcement as she addressed delegates at the New York State Republican Party convention at the Garden City Hotel in Nassau County.
Hernandez Touts American Dream in Comptroller Bid
Joseph Hernandez, the Republican nominee for New York State Comptroller, told party delegates that his candidacy is rooted in the American dream that brought him to the United States as a child refugee.
Garcia: Future of Empire State “In Your Hands”
Suffolk County Republican Chairman Jesse Garcia delivered an energetic call to action at the New York State Republican Convention in Garden City, telling delegates that the future of New York rests squarely in their hands
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Blakeman Wins GOP Nod for Governor
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman accepted the New York State Republican Party’s nomination for governor Tuesday, pledging to unite Republicans across the state to defeat Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul in November.
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Ortt: Suffolk Model Can Lift Blakeman Statewide
New York State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt opened his remarks at the New York State Republican Convention by pointing to Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine as proof that Republicans can win, and govern, in dark blue New York.
Bad Bunny is a Bust
Bad Bunny’s controversial Super Bowl halftime show has generated nearly as much buzz after the performance as it did beforehand. In the immediate aftermath, social media rushed to frame the artist’s appearance as a triumph, with phrases such as “highest-rated show ever” and “a rousing success” circulating widely.
Singer-Songwriter James O’Malley’s “Ivyland” Tops Folk Radio Charts
Folk chart topper hails from the South Shore.
Long Island Faces Growing Power Shortfall Risks, NERC Warns
Green New Deal failure could have dire consequences for Long Island.
MMS Library All Abilities Awareness Fair to Feature Paralympian Wrestler
Born with no legs, this athlete is a champion. He will be the featured speaker at the MMS Library All Abilities event on Feb. 28.
It’s Time To Stop Albany From Treating Long Island Like a Cash Machine
Albany takes what little we earn and we get practically nothing in return.
Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Suffolk County in week ending Jan. 31?
The lowest price of diesel gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.
Protecting Loved Ones: How Families Identify the Need for Guardianship
Guardianship is intended as a last resort, but without advance planning, it may become the only option available.
William Floyd celebrates over 100 students earning SCMEA All-County music honors
This year, 112 student-musicians from the William Floyd School District were selected by the Suffolk County Music Educators’ Association (SCMEA) to receive All-County honors for the 2025-26 school year.
Brookhaven announces scholarship opportunity for seniors pursuing engineering careers
Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Daniel Losquadro has announced that high school seniors living in Brookhaven Town are eligible to apply for one of two $750 scholarships offered by the Suffolk County Highway Superintendents Association.
South Shore Press Video Vault: Sports Director Tom Barton Appears on News Radio 930 WBEN
Barton discussed everything from the Buffalo Bills’ heartbreaking playoff exit and controversial officiating to Super Bowl betting angles and the rarely heard reality of making a living as a professional sports gambler.
Suffolk Police Bust International Human Trafficking Ring
Suffolk County Police arrested a Bronx man for his alleged role in an international human trafficking ring that investigators say brought victims into Suffolk County over a three-year period.
Unrestrained Wheelchair Passenger Seriously Hurt in Crash
A woman was seriously injured in Hauppauge after being thrown forward inside a handicapped-accessible minivan where she was not restrained or buckled into her wheelchair, according to Suffolk County police.
Suffolk Sheriff Reports Major Crackdown on Ghost Plates
Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon Jr. announced the results of a six-month enforcement effort targeting illegal “ghost” license plates, reporting more than 1,000 summonses and nearly 60 arrests since the county joined a multi-agency task force last summer.
Giglio Presses Mental Health Reforms at Budget Hearing
Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio called for greater accountability and targeted workforce investments during a Mental Hygiene public budget hearing held in Albany, warning that increased spending has not yet translated into timely care for many New Yorkers.
DeStefano Urges Action on Veteran Suicide Prevention
New York State Assemblyman Joe DeStefano joined state and local officials and veteran advocates at the New York State Capitol for a bipartisan press conference highlighting veteran mental health and suicide prevention, an issue speakers described as an urgent and ongoing crisis across New York.
Veteran Mental Health Takes Center Stage At Capitol
Albany rallies for veterans health.
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