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Future Considerations: Career Day For ESM Sophomores, College Decision Day for Seniors
Assistant Principal Shelia Dempsey and teacher Alexis Duggan organized the event that they say gets underclassmen thinking about the long-term value of their education.
Beema Boy Busted: Bay Shore Man Indicted for Alleged Auto Garage Drug-Running
Uriel Rose, 41, is accused of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the First Degree.
Punch-Drunk Huntington! Adam Sandler's First Drama Coming to Cinema Arts Centre
"Punch-Drunk Love" will screen at Long Island's go-to arthouse cinema on Friday, May 23rd at 7 p.m. Tickets are $16 for the public and $10 for CAC members.
McMemory Lane Time: The Snack Wrap is So Back
Discontinued in 2016, McDonald’s teased the Snack Wrap’s official return over X this week: “0x.14.2015.”
Red-Handed and Reprimanded: Pine Barrens Dumpers Convicted of Evergreen Law Violation
Marvin Sandoval, 29, of Ronkonkoma, and Charles Weiss, 33, of Coram, are expected to pay $15,000 in combined fines.
2013 Chaminade Grad Running for Nassau Legislature Declared Missing
Krommidas was last seen in Baldwin and disappeared approximately 9 p.m. on Wednesday, April 23rd, according to Nassau County Police.
MastiCon You Dig It? Cosplay, Comics and Community Returning to Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library
The library’s Fifth Annual “MastiCon” will take place on Saturday, May 3rd from 12 to 4 p.m.
Repavement Project Underway at Blydenburgh County Park
“This project has really been 30 years overdue,” said Legislator Leslie Kennedy.
Stump Pond Update: Romaine, Leg. Kennedy Keen on Blydenburgh Dam Revival
"I am sure that we will one day welcome Stump Pond back to our community," said Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine.
Bubbakoo's Brings the BOOM BOOM! New Burrito Joint Opens in Huntington
The Jersey Shore-founded, laid-back and surf-positive new restaurant is located at 7 E Jericho Turnpike in Huntington.
Was The Rock Watching 'The Last of Us' During WrestleMania 41?
Primed for Easter night primetime on Peacock, April 20th's main event went off as the latest episode of HBO's foremost flagship program these days came to a gutpunching end.
Mother-Infant Daughter Pair Found at Gilgo Identified; No Evidence Linking Rex Heurermann
"Although Tanya and Tatiana have commonly been linked to the Gilgo Beach serial killings because the timing and locations of their recovered remains, we are not discounting the possibility that their cases are unrelated from that investigation," said Homicide Det. Lt. Stephen Fitzpatrick.
Time Warp Takes on South Shore Once More: Patchogue Theatre, Meet 'Rocky Horror' Tour
Original "Columbia" actress Nell Campbell will host. Tickets are $43-$83, and go on sale on Friday, April 25th at 10 a.m.
Earth Day Exhale: Arrests Made in Illegal Pine Barrens Dumping
Joao Abreu and Jeanne Rodriguez were arrested and charged with Felonious Criminal Mischief.
"Silly Season" in Albany: Suffolk DA and Co. Demand “Drugged While Driving” Law Rewrites
State lawmakers and countwide officials flocked to the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge on Friday to once again appeal to New York State with “enough is enough” urgency.
Calming Voices Commemorated: Suffolk 911 Dispatchers Recognized for their Heroism
Amidst National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, local leaders honored Suffolk dispatchers for their efforts through perilous times and in tragedy prevention.
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.
25 Years: Hempstead Man Sentenced for Robbing, Stabbing Amityville Funeral Home Owner
DA Tierney announced Jason Funderburke—convicted last month—was officially sentenced for crimes committed on the morning of Aug. 29th, 2023.
Suffolk County Extends Street Takeover Task Force, Add 9 Highway Patrol Officers
The Fall 2024-implemented task force designed to combat drag racing and vehicular recklessness issued more than 3,300 summons and made 21 arrests.
Getting Fired: An East Coaster’s Reaction to Mulaney’s Best West Coast Talk Show Ep Yet
The comedian's off-the-wall anecdote about NFL linebacker Ray Lewis giving him wild life advice back in 2012 perfectly encapsulates how a job search can transform into mad libs real quick.
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Record Setting Maggie McCormick Competes at Nationals
The Bay Shore Schools Board of Education recently recognized and congratulated girls varsity cross country standout Maggie McCormick for her outstanding achievements on the track and on the national stage. McCormick, who has committed to the University of Florida, was honored for her performance at the Nike Cross Country Nationals, one of the most prestigious high school running events in the country.
Ducks Have First Signing of 2026
The Long Island Ducks have announced the team’s first signing of 2026, welcoming Major League veteran outfielder Jacob Robson. Robson will begin his first season with the Ducks, his second in the Atlantic League, and his 10th season in professional baseball.
The King is Back in the South Shore Press
The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.