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Mastic Fire Department Chief Steve Januszkiewicz was recognized as a 2026 EMS Professional of the Year, honoring more than three decades of service in emergency medical care, public safety and emergency management.
Brookhaven Eyes Pause On AI Data Centers
Residents urged Brookhaven officials to permanently block artificial intelligence data centers as concerns over electric rates, water supplies and environmental impacts prompted the town to propose an 18-month moratorium on the facilities.
Joe the Box Celebrates America First Spirit
“Joe the Box” has become one of Suffolk County’s most recognizable America-First personalities, turning The America First Warehouse in Ronkonkoma into what supporters call “the most patriotic venue in all the land.”
57 Days Late And $14 Billion Bigger
New York’s newly approved state budget as is a bloated, late-arriving spending spree that does little to ease the affordability crisis while forcing taxpayers to bankroll billions more in government spending.
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Joe the Box Celebrates America First Spirit
“Joe the Box” has become one of Suffolk County’s most recognizable America-First personalities, turning The America First Warehouse in Ronkonkoma into what supporters call “the most patriotic venue in all the land.”
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Artist Showcase Celebrates Local Creative Talent
Photography, watercolor, quilting, jewelry and digital art from local creators will be featured during a public Artist Showcase Reception this Saturday, May 30, at the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library in Shirley.
Doorbell vs. Homeowners’ Association
A fake claymore-mine doorbell, a hyperactive homeowners’ association, and a smiling homeowner in handcuffs have combined to create one of the strangest suburban disputes in recent memory.
Spring Run Ignites Long Island Waters
Striped bass, weakfish, bluefish and fluke are keeping Long Island anglers busy as the annual spring fishing run gains momentum from the bays to the Atlantic surf.
Utility Bill State of Emergency
Long Islanders are being squeezed by soaring utility bills and rising fuel costs as debate intensifies over whether New York’s aggressive green-energy policies are making the state increasingly unaffordable for working families and businesses.
South Shore Press Columnist Receives State Honor
South Shore Press columnist and “Fog of War and Humanity” host Richard Acritelli was inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame for his military service, teaching career and longtime efforts preserving the stories of veterans and American military history.
Heavy Rains Trigger Water Quality Alerts
Heavy Memorial Day weekend rains forced the temporary closure and advisories of dozens of Suffolk County beaches as runoff impacted water quality, though officials said conditions were expected to improve following several high tide cycles.
Trump Using a Scalpel, Not Chainsaw, for GOP "Facelift"
The Republican Party is not having a civil war. It’s having a facelift, and President Donald Trump is holding the scalpel.
Covering the Trump White House: An Insider’s Account
South Shore Press White House Correspondent Neil W. McCabe offers a behind-the-scenes look at covering President Trump’s second White House term, from Marine One rope lines and Oval Office confrontations to the competitive culture inside the White House briefing room.
Communities Unite In Patriotism on Memorial Day
Communities across Suffolk County came together through parades, ceremonies and memorial tributes to honor America’s fallen service members and reflect on the sacrifices made for the nation’s freedom.
From Major League Baseball To Ground Zero
Former Major League Baseball player Frank Tepedino discusses his transition from professional sports to public service following the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Suffolk Tables Worship Protest Buffer Bill
A proposed Suffolk County law restricting demonstrations near houses of worship has been tabled while a federal lawsuit challenges a nearly identical Nassau County measure, setting up a wider debate over free speech and religious protections.
Gunhild, Mother of Kings
A beautiful Viking queen, dark magic, bloody battles, pagan curses and a death in a bog — the strange and violent saga of Gunhild, “Mother of Kings,” reads less like ancient history and more like an early version of Game of Thrones.
Does Your Power of Attorney Allow Gifting?
Families are often shocked to learn that a single missing provision in a Power of Attorney can completely change their options during a nursing home crisis.
SSP Op Ed: Albany’s War on Your Wallet Continues
Scrap congestion pricing. Repeal the electric mandates. Expand energy production. Stop punishing homeowners and businesses. Rein in the spending addiction that has made New York one of the most unaffordable states in America.
Health Care Dispute Raises Alarm Across Long Island
A contract dispute between Healthfirst and Catholic Health could leave thousands of Long Islanders facing higher medical costs and disrupted care as officials warn patients are being caught in the middle of a growing health care crisis.
GOP to Hochul: Cut the Gas Tax Now!
New York State Senate Republicans are calling on Governor Kathy Hochul to suspend the state gas tax as drivers continue facing rising fuel prices across the state.
America at 250: Love It or Leave It
As America gears up for its 250th birthday, you’d think this country was some dystopian nightmare judging by the professional victims clogging social media 24/7.
Boy, 10, Seriously Hurt in E-Bike Crash
A 10-year-old boy suffered serious injuries after an e-bike crash in Lake Ronkonkoma that is adding fuel to growing concerns over children riding the high-speed vehicles on busy Long Island roads.
Commack Sex Den Busted in Trafficking Probe
A suspected brothel masquerading as a quiet Long Island business was busted when Suffolk County cops swooped in and arrested two women in a human trafficking probe tied to a Commack Road property, authorities said.
Memorial Day Weekend Brings Parades, Ceremonies And Summer Kickoff Across Suffolk
Memorial Day weekend will bring parades, ceremonies and community gatherings across Suffolk County as residents honor America’s fallen heroes and mark the unofficial start of summer on Long Island.
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