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Stick-to-It Senator Murray Reelected
Perseverance paid off again for Senator Dean Murray, who was reelected to a second term with 61.8% of the vote in a district where he has a long relationship with the voters.
DeStefano Headed Back to Albany for Fourth Term
Returning to Albany for a fourth term will be Assemblyman Joe DeStefano, a popular figure in his Central Brookhaven district. His success comes from his connection to the community after more than four decades as a volunteer firefighter and ambulance company member. He's also on the right side of the issues that affect Long Island, including fighting high taxes and inflation, opposing illegal immigration, eliminating cashless bail and standing up for law enforcement, and keeping men out of women's sports and girls' bathrooms.
Back to Status Quo for Suffolk's State Delegation
There's a one seat change in Suffolk's state legislative delegation with the Democrats taking back a position they lost two years ago in Northern Brookhaven.
It's Over: 2024 Election Is History
Knock and Drag operations are underway across Suffolk as the political parties work to GOTV.
Major Haydée Feliciano, Strategic Airlift Nurse
Achieving her dream of becoming a nurse, Haydée Feliciano enlisted in the Air Force and was sent to serve in Desert Storm with an Aeromedical Evacuation Unit that brought wounded soldiers home.
Chad Lennon: Legislator, Veterans Advocate
Legislator Chad Lennon didn't just run a 10k segment of the Suffolk County Marathon wearing military boots and displaying a large U.S. flag; he also carried a 22-pound weight to honor the number of fellow veterans who take their own lives daily in America.
New Library Parking Lot Nears Completion
Center Moriches library patrons will have 55 more places to park as construction of a new lot nears completion at the popular facility. The $650,000 project, just north of the existing field, was made possible through fundraising efforts by the Friends of the Library.
Edward Denton, Coast Guardsman
It was 1980 when Center Moriches resident Ed Denton decided to serve his country and join the U.S. Coast Guard. During four years of work on ships and helicopters, he saved lives and helped keep the nation safe.
Army Veteran Bill Biondi
Keeping the Army rolling during the Vietnam War was Army mechanic Bill Biondi of Mastic Beach. The Specialist 4th Class was drafted right out of high school in 1968 and went to work on tanks, jeeps, armored personnel carriers—anything in the motor pool that aided the war effort.
Amy Thomas, Woman of Distinction
Honored as a Woman of Distinction was Amy Thomas, a dedicated 26-year volunteer with South Country Ambulance, having joined in 1998 when she was just 18. She has since proven to be a devoted volunteer who gives her time freely and works to constantly advance her EMS education and career while serving her community. Amy has been a New York State EMT-B for 21 years while climbing through the ranks to become the department's chief of administration, a position she has held since 2010. This title makes her the third in command of the busiest EMS agency in the Town of Brookhaven and the seventh busiest EMS agency in Suffolk County.
Fire Fears Grow as Long Island Suffers Drought
With little rainfall in the last few weeks, Long Island has been facing moderate drought conditions, increasing the risk of brush fires and making farming more difficult.
Farm-to-Table Movement at North Meets South Fair
Enjoying a beautiful fall weekend, residents turned out for the North Meets South Fair at the Suffolk County Farm in Yaphank.
County to Take Over Great Gun Beach
Plans are underway to transfer operations of Fire Island's Great Gun Beach from Brookhaven Town to Suffolk County.
Honoring Our Veterans
With Veterans Day coming up on November 11, the South Shore Press highlights those who served.
Get Set to "Fall Back," Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday
The hour of sleep we lost in the spring will be returned early Sunday morning as Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends. The annual "fall back" happens at 2 a.m., so it is recommended that everyone reset their clocks Saturday night before they go to bed.
The Peninsula's First Inhabitants
Long before English settlers arrived in 1655, Unkechaug Indians prospered for several millennia along the shores of the Mastic Peninsula. The lush environment provided a rich bounty of food and the materials needed to build their homes and create the necessities for a comfortable life.
Main Street Taken Over by Goblins
Witches, vampires, pirates, and ghouls in all manners of crazy costumes took over Main Street in Center Moriches for the annual "March of the Goblins" sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches.
Another Wreck at Infamous Turn
The sharp curve on Montauk Highway between East and Center Moriches was the scene of an early morning accident Wednesday involving two Kias. The infamous County Road 80 turn has seen many accidents over the years, many fatal.
The Chart that Saved a President's Life
He usually refers to it at the end of his speeches, but this time, he went to it early. This time, it was on his right when it's usually to his left. When Donald Trump turned his head to refer to the chart at his rally in Butler, Pa., an assassin's bullet whizzed by, grazing his ear. If not for him turning his head, he would be dead.
Huge Republican Rally in Shirley
The Republicans turned out the party faithful and all of their candidates on the 2024 ballot at a rally that filled an airplane hanger at Calabro Airport in Shirley. Their message to the public in what they're calling the most consequential election in modern times is Vote, Vote, Vote.
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Stay Melo: HOF Knicks Star Plugs Cannabis Brand in Farmingdale
Strain Stars will welcome the perennial All-Star on Saturday, April 19th for 1-3 p.m. meet and greets.
Who Will Run Against Hochul for Governor of New York?
The South Shore Press had a conversation with New York State Conservative Party Chair, Gerry Kassar on his thoughts who might be considering a race for the Governor’s office from the Republican/Conservative side of the race.
Greenport brewery founder on Reggae Fest: 'a kickoff of summer'
Greenport Harbor Brewing Co. in Peconic is planning a bigger-than-ever Reggae Fest for Saturday, May 3, with top acts and plenty of craft brews.