News by Deborah Williams
News by Deborah Williams on South Shore Press
Suffolk County on the hook for $112 million after losing lawsuit
Suffolk County is on the losing end of a $112 million jury award involving 674 immigrants that were unlawfully held and handed over to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Brookhaven awarded $10 million in flood resilience funds
The Town of Brookhaven will receive $10 million to help reduce flooding and protect water quality in Narrow Bay.
Cold case solved in 28-year-old murder
A much-loved woman was murdered twenty-eight years ago and her murderer has finally been identified.
State mandates climate and finance education in all NY schools
Students across New York from K-12 will now be required to learn climate theory.
No boots for you!
This is the first full winter where New York prohibitions against some outdoor clothing for severe cold/wet conditions is in effect.
Career Con 2025 happening this Wednesday
Suffolk County Department of Labor is hosting Suffolk County Career Con 2025 on Wednesday, November 12
Two people were killed by hit and run drivers on the same day
Ten miles and several hours apart, a man and a woman were both killed in separate hit-and-run incidents.
Five men indicted for carjacking at Ronkonkoma train station
Five men were indicted for the alleged armed carjacking of a man and woman in the parking lot of the Ronkonkoma Long Island Railroad station.
State funds nonprofit organizations to protect against terrorism
Suffolk County is included in the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI)-designated high-risk urban areas.
Socialist Mamdani takes the win as Mayor of New York City
Socialist Zohran Mamdani has won the mayor’s office in the largest city in the United States – New York City.
New York ranks among nation’s best in lung cancer care
The American Lung Association in New York released the 2025 “State of Lung Cancer” report and New York ranks well in some categories.
Brookhaven is lining up Thanksgiving and Christmas activities
Brookhaven is wasting no time getting Thanksgiving and Christmas activities on the calendar.
Statewide holiday toy, clothing, and food drive is underway
New York's annual statewide holiday donation drive to benefit families in need across New York began on November 1, 2025 and ends on December 5, 2025.
William Floyd wins NYS Business Department of the Year
The William Floyd High School Business Education Department has been named the Business Education & Marketing “Department of the Year” by the Business Teachers Association of New York State for the 7th time.
Patchogue-Medford School District pushes back against bullying
The Patchogue-Medford School District celebrated National Bullying Prevention Month with students participating in various activities encouraging unity, kindness, and friendship.
Gates disavows climate alarmist ideology. Will Hochul follow?
In a surprising move, after spending nearly $2 billion in climate change initiatives, Bill Gates is reversing course.
Federal shutdown drowns out flood insurance
During the federal government shutdown, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) expired which means policies can’t be issued or renewed until Democrats end the shutdown.
DENTAL365 Honors Veterans with a free Day of Dentistry
In honor of Veterans Day, Dental365 will once again host its annual Free Day of Dentistry for Veterans.
Musings From the VA Hospital Waiting Room
“Thank You For Your Service.” That is what this South Shore Press reporter heard over and over as she accompanied her dad through the VA Hospital.
Trucker found guilty of killing girlfriend in Patchogue
Willie Hart, of Yaphank, was found guilty of Murder in the Second Degree for murdering his girlfriend Candace Woodruffoutside of a Patchogue motel.
Daily Feed
Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
Suffolk County on the hook for $112 million after losing lawsuit
Suffolk County is on the losing end of a $112 million jury award involving 674 immigrants that were unlawfully held and handed over to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Holocaust Center calls on second generation to carry torch
Holocaust survivors are looking to the second generation to combat hate and intolerance.