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Jan 13, 2026

Lawmakers Return to Albany Amid Rising Costs, Crime Concerns

Local lawmakers put New York’s usual problems on the agenda of this year’s legislative session.

Jan 12, 2026

The King is Back in the South Shore Press

The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.

Jan 9, 2026

Local Artist Proposes Visual Dialogue With Grosz at the Heckscher

Local artist looks to hang at the Heckscher.

Jan 9, 2026

Flood Mitigation Project Completed in Center Moriches

Road project designed to help keep the waters clean.

Jan 9, 2026

Brookhaven Clerk Kevin LaValle Takes Oath for Second Term

Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin J. LaValle has begun his second term with a renewed push toward modernization, efficiency, and expanded online services.

Jan 9, 2026

U.S. Moves to Exit Dozens of Global Organizations

They are not in the best interest of America, so Trump bails from global organizations.

Jan 9, 2026

Sky-High Electric Bills Blamed on Hochul Deal

PSEG deal was driven by politics, Blakeman charges.

Jan 9, 2026

Brutal Slide for Purchasing Power of American Workers

Gold prices rise, American purchasing power drops.

Jan 9, 2026

The Quiet Winter Gathering of Long Island’s Starlings

Starlings in America have Shakespeare to thank.

Jan 8, 2026

Broken to Unbreakable: Lori Vollkommer’s Incredible Comeback

Overcoming her fears and a series of setbacks, Lori Vollkommer stages a remarkable comeback.

Jan 8, 2026

Eat Real Food America: Federal Dietary Guidelines Changed

America is unhealthy, and federal officials say changing what we eat is now a national priority.

Jan 6, 2026

EJ’s PJs Pajama Drive Keeps Thousands Warm

At 16,000 pairs of pajamas and counting, EJ’s PJs shows no sign of slowing down in keeping people warm.

Jan 6, 2026

It’s a New Year: Break Free From Your Nicotine Addiction

There’s plenty of help to get you to quit

Jan 5, 2026

GOP-Led Suffolk Legislature Names New Leadership Team

New leadership team takes helm in Suffolk Legislature.

Jan 5, 2026

Blakeman Wins Conservative Party Endorsement for Governor

Blakeman snares major endorsement.

Jan 5, 2026

WellLife’s Kelly Savage Recognized for 18 Years of Service

Longtime WellLife manager surprised with Senate award.

Jan 5, 2026

Steve Barile Recognized for Decades of Service to Scouts

William Floyd grad honored for scouting support.

Jan 5, 2026

Center Moriches Students Shine in Winter Concert Series

Music was in the air this holiday season in Center Moriches.

Jan 4, 2026

Bellport Students Ready to Act in CPR Emergencies

When seconds count, Bellport students will be ready.

Jan 1, 2026

Family Service League Marks 100 Years on Long Island

One hundred years and counting for the Family Services League.

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The King is Back in the South Shore Press

The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.


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Don't Expect Bregman to Pay Off

This week, one of the bigger names in the free agency cycle signed with the Chicago Cubs, and fantasy managers everywhere sighed. Usually, anyone heading to Wrigley Field is viewed as a positive, but for Alex Bregman, more information has emerged suggesting this move could spell trouble for his fantasy outlook. Bregman is a right-handed pull hitter who previously played in two of the more favorable home parks for that profile in Houston and Boston. Both parks feature short left-field dimensions that reward pulled fly balls and help inflate power numbers.


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Futures Bettors Will Be Smiling

The College Football Championship is set, and it pits two of the more unlikely teams against each other. Indiana may have the largest living alumni base in the country, with more than 800,000 graduates, but few expected the Hoosiers to reach this stage. They feature zero five-star recruits and have instead relied on depth, discipline, and consistency while dominating all season long.