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Long Island Loses a Legend: Joan Travan
The community is mourning the passing of Joan Travan, a long-time South Shore Press columnist and driving force behind many projects in her beloved hometown of Medford. She touched many lives both as a civic leader and in her profession as a Community Service Aide.
New Kelp Farm for Violet's Cove
The benefits of kelp were extolled by local officials announcing an agreement for an aquaculture farm at Violet's Cove in Mastic Beach with Sue Wicks, a former professional basketball star with roots to the local waters going back generations.
Environmental Advocates Urge "Skip the Stuff"
This is a simple step that will go a long way toward keeping our environment clean and reducing the amount of plastics in the waste stream.
The Majority Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, Steve Scalise, came to Suffolk recently to discuss key issues with County Executive Edward Romaine and Congressman Andrew Garbarino.
The Majority Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, Steve Scalise, came to Suffolk recently to discuss key issues with County Executive Edward Romaine and Congressman Andrew Garbarino.
Memories of Frances Chartuk
Frances Chartuk was well-loved in the community and spent much of her time helping others, good deeds that came back to her many times over in her happy life.
Baby Animal Day at the Suffolk County Farm
Youngsters and their folks got to see a real farm in action at a recent open house at the Suffolk County Farm in Yaphank. It was a sunny Saturday for visitors strolling among agricultural exhibits, food trucks, and all kinds of activities, including a hay ride around the spacious grounds.
College Anti-Semitism Act Blocked by State Democrats
Republicans rallied in Albany to push for a bill that would combat anti-Semitism on college campuses, a measure blocked by state Democrats.
Suffolk Water Authority Wins Drinking Water Contest
The best water in the county comes from the Suffolk Water Authority, according to 240 participants in last week's drinking water contest at Farmingdale State College. Sponsored by the Long Island Water Conference (LIWC), the 36th Annual Drinking Water Tasting Contest featured dozens of public providers in a blind taste test.
Nationwide Honors for Teacher Lisa Navarra
Nationwide honors for her excellence in education have been bestowed on Nissequogue teacher Lisa Navarra, the first-place winner of a Teacher's Federal Credit Union grant.
Historic Manor of St. George Open for the Season
Historic Manor of St. George Open for the Season
Cross Biden, Face the Justice Department
What do U.S. Senator Bob Menendez, New York Mayor Eric Adams, and now indicted Rep. Henry Cuellar have in common? They all questioned the policies of fellow Democrat Joe Biden and found themselves in the crosshairs of the Justice Department.
Peaceful Activities at Suffolk Community College
While pro-Palestine demonstrations were breaking out at Stony Brook University and other colleges across the country, Suffolk Community College staff and students were taking a different approach, holding peaceful activities meant to bring people together.
Blow to Trump Florida Case
One leg of the Democrat lawfare against former President Donald Trump suffered a blow this week when the federal judge overseeing the classified records case in Florida declined to set a trial date and called for hearings on a series of motions made by Trump and his co-defendants.
Buffet Says Tax Hike Inevitable
"They may decide that someday they don't want the fiscal deficit to be this large because that has some important consequences," Buffet said of the nation's policymakers. "So they may not want to decrease spending, and they may decide they'll take a larger percentage of what we own, and we'll pay it."
Operation Smoke Out Nets Vape Arrests
Suffolk shops selling vape products to minors found out how seriously county officials take such offenses as "Operation Smoke Out," which led to a crackdown that netted 3,000 illegal devices and the arrest of four merchants. Of the 53 establishments recently checked by police, 30% were found to have broken the law in what officials said was the second-largest confiscation of vapes in county history.
House Report Details Biden Censorship
The consequences of the Biden White House coercing media companies to suppress news were "disastrous" to the country, according to a report released by the House Judiciary Committee. "From unnecessary extended school closures to unconstitutional vaccine mandates that forced workers to take a newly developed vaccine or risk losing their jobs, the Biden Administration and other officials needlessly imposed harm and suffering on Americans across the country," the report states.
State Boost for Journalism
Journalism in New York, the media capital of the world, will get a $30 million boost under a first-of-its-kind measure approved in the state budget providing tax credits to cover up to half of a reporter's salary. Aimed at helping publishers build up their newsroom and retain staff, the credits will cover up to $50,000 of a journalist's pay every year.
Hochul Attempts Cannabis Rollout Cleanup
Looking to clean up the mess caused by her administration's botched rollout of legal cannabis, Gov. Kathy Hochul pushed through measures in her budget that give the state and local municipalities more power to crack down on the thousands of illegal weed shops that have sprung up across the state.
Katherine Ann Cavanaugh (Eberhard), 84
Long-time East Moriches resident Katherine Ann Cavanaugh (Eberhard) passed away peacefully in her home with family by her side on April 24 at the age of 84.
Thousands of Suffolk Students Turn Out for Police Week
"We have opened our doors to give students of all ages an up-close look at police operations," said Department Commissioner Robert Waring. They were introduced to the ins and outs of a law enforcement career, viewed the workings of a mock crime scene, and took part in demonstrations about distracted and impaired driving. High schoolers also participated in mock car stops to learn what they should do when stopped by the police.
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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.