News by Michael J. Reistetter
News by Michael J. Reistetter on South Shore Press
A Fourth of July Gone Awry: Coram Woman Fatally Shoots Boyfriend
Charged with Murder in the Second Degree, Ashley Guimont, 44, was held overnight and arraigned in Central Islip. She is currently being held without bail.
Local Leaders Celebrate Library Literacy in Middle Country
“It’s heartwarming to see people work hard and do the right thing, and there’s nothing better than seeing people get rewarded for that hard work,” said Leg. Kennedy.
Morbid Merch Madness: Accused Gilgo Killer’s Belongings Receiving Bananland Bids Online
Some noteworthy relics include a 1972 Vietnam-era Jeep the Massapequa native once owned. Offers are up to $4,300 for the alleged Gilgo Killer's ride once upon a time.
Why I’m Watching 1993’s "Dazed and Confused" and "The Sandlot" This Week
Congratulations to all graduating seniors, party on, and most importantly: Go Yankees!
Advancement Announcement: Stony Brook Urologists Introduce Catheter-Free Bladder Monitoring
Stony Brook University Hospital’s latest achievement in medical advancement—the implementation of Glean Urodynamics—is the first of its kind performed on the East Coast.
Selfless Saints on Earth Serenaded at Oheka Castle Heroes Breakfast
Hosted by Legislator Leslie Kennedy, the Oheka Castle-set event brought heroes from across the island to Huntington—where they broke bread, traded stories, and received their flowers.
Suffolk’s Bank Account Collateralization Program Wins Big at NACo: What it All Means
Started in 1970, the National Association of Counties (NACo) Achievement Awards annually honor effective county government programs.
Unlicensed Contractor Charged for Presenting Forged Islip Permit to Great River Client
The owner of Tool Time Construction, Inc. allegedly committed false advertising when he claimed he had secured proper permitting to conduct business within the Town of Islip.
LIMEHOF THE CHARTS! Meet 10 Senior Scholarship Winners with Musical Moxie
“These students have not only shown talent and passion, but they’ve made the significant decision to continue their journey by majoring in music or theater in college,” said Tom Needham, LIMEHOF Vice Chairman.
Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing
Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.
No Snacks, Denied! Fire Island Beaches with Strict Restrictions
Ocean Beach and Saltaire aren’t making it easy for summertime beachgoers to soak up the sun carefree with rules such as these.
Service Celebrated: Suffolk County Legislature Honors 18 Women Veterans
Each of the 18 Legislative Districts selected a deserving woman with decorated military service to receive special distinction.
Eight Dee-Wees a Week: Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Several Drunken Drivers
“I commend my staff for their hard work in safely removing these impaired and dangerous drivers from our streets so residents who drive responsibly can arrive home safe,” said Sheriff Toulon.
Blues Traveler to Give Patchogue the Run-Around this Fall!
Tickets are currently priced at $60 to $100. They can be purchased in person at 71 East Main Street in Patchogue, by phone at (631) 207-1312, or online.
Scholarship Season: Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Rewards Two Graduating Seniors
The $500 recipients, Owen Timm, of Ward Melville High School, and Matteo Gravinese, of Rocky Point High School, both intend to pursue careers in engineering.
A Mother’s Love: Setauket Biotech Innovator Named 2025 NYS Senate Woman of Distinction
After her infant son was diagnosed with a rare neurodevelopment disease, Dr. Yiwei founded the TNPO2 Foundation, a non-profit geared toward revolutionizing early diagnosis and treatment for children with rare conditions.
T-Birds to Serve Country: Connetquot HS Honors Students Entering Military
A special recognition ceremony was held on June 20th to celebrate the district's nine graduating senior's set to join the armed services.
When the Bodies Hit the Floor: What Happened to NYC's Most Whacked Out Exhibit?
"Bodies: The Exhibition" concluded its Manhattan foothold in 2016 after years of "murky corpse origin" confirmations and general cadaver usage-based, human rights violation controversies.
“Stay” by Rihanna On Repeat! Hooters of Farmingdale to Remain in Business
Long Island’s last Hooters in operation will maintain its post despite mass foreclosures nationwide. Here's a toast to those we've lost along the way.
Matthew Zoll Memorial: "(He) …developed a Severe Form of Schizophrenia"
The departed Sound Beach resident who made headlines for killing his father was memoralized in a Christian mass ceremony on Saturday, June 14th, a day ahead of Father's Day.
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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.