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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.
$160 Million Carriage House project breaks ground in Patchogue
Hundreds of new homes are coming to downtown Patchogue.
‘La famiglia e tutto’ — family is everything!
The Suffolk County Courts held their first annual Italian American Heritage Month Celebration.
Long Island Republican Senators demand answers from LIRR
Long Island Republican Senators demanded answers on alleged overtime fraud at the Long Island Rail Road.
NY Civil Service exam now accepts experience, not just degrees
New York is modernizing the qualifications for 800 job titles to allow experience to be used as a job qualification.
Brookhaven gears up for holiday food and toy drives
It’s that time of year when we turn our thoughts toward the holidays. The mailbox is full of requests for donations, and Brookhaven hopes you will be generous right here at home.
Law cracking down on dishonest Suffolk County contractors signed
Legislator Jim Mazzarella's bill was signed into law, strengthening enforcement against unscrupulous contractors and bolstering consumer protections across the County.
Long Island University wins state grant award
Long Island University is set to receive $1,512,760 in state grants.
Bay Shore man guilty of sex trafficking
Freddie Rice used narcotics and financial coercion to force victims into sexual acts and now he faces 50 years in prison.
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The King is Back in the South Shore Press
The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.
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.
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.