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Rensselaer County Exec Calls Himself, Trump ‘Lightning Rods’ at NYS Conservative Party Conference, Quotes ‘Yellowstone’
“You’re going to hear some people say about me, ‘Yeah, you know Steve’s a good guy, but he’s a lightning rod.’ Good, I’m glad. By the way: so is Donald Trump. He’s the all-time greatest lightning rod in history.”
Officer Up: SSP Speaks to Stony Brook Hospital’s Dr. Voss after Injured Hero Cop’s Release
Gallagher—for the second time in three years—left Stony Brook Hospital in better shape than when he was admitted. In December of 2022, he was stabbed in Medford while on the job. Upon recovery, he opted for Highway Patrol, as opposed to desk duty detail.
Hold Your Horses, Folks: What Trump’s Wind Energy Halt Means for Sunrise Wind
The Trump administration’s monkey wrench of a “thwack” thrown dead-smack into the heart of wind energy comes after his predecessor Joe Biden gave a blind greenlight to many things green from the Northeast to Idaho, and everywhere beneath and in between.
You’ll Get a Golden Ticket: Amtrak Extending its Services to Ronkonkoma
“Amtrak is working in coordination with the Federal Railroad Administration and MTA Long Island Rail Road to study the extension of Amtrak’s Northeast Regional service to Ronkonkoma.”
Suffolk County Fire Academy Graduates New Batch of Heroes to Start 2025
A graduation ceremony was held to commemorate the latest class of Suffolk County Fire Service Cadets. These future firefighters, all ages 16-18, are part of the formal program known as the Cadet “Basic Exterior Firefighting Operations” (BEFO).
Tales from The Strip: SSP Dives Into D.C.’s Inauguration Day Vendor Scene
Though the switch from outdoor to indoor negated The South Shore Press’ ticketed access, no special clearance was required to traverse through the outdoor extravaganza that was the F Streetside area outside the Capitol One Arena in Washington D.C. on Monday, Jan. 20th.
2-For-None? Done Deal, Donald: Reviewing the MAGA Energy Drink
If our freely-issued sample provided on the F Street-set Cuckoo Conga of an inaugural vendor strip in Washington D.C. this past Monday is enough indication, this palpably caffeinated beverage will take you somewhere between 45 and 47 sips to finish.
Hero Pulling Through: Suffolk Cop Hurt in LIE Crash Now in ‘Fair Condition’
“We are happy to report that Suffolk County Police Officer Brendon Gallagher, who was critically injured in a motor vehicle crash on January 5, has been upgraded to fair condition and remains at Stony Brook University Hospital,” the department released in a statement.
Storming The Phoenix: East Islip Man Charged with Kidnapping, Rape of Recently-Found Patchogue Teen
Suffolk County Police announced they had arrested a 64-year-old man for the rape and kidnapping of 14-year-old Emma Gervasi—who first went missing on the evening of Dec. 9th, inspiring a social media storm of a search party throughout the holidays.
Suffolk County D.A. Ray Tierney Announces Re-Election Bid
Leaders in local government and law enforcement, and general supporters gathered to celebrate Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. “Ray” Tierney’s announcement that he would be seeking re-election this November.
Suffolk County Fights $60 Million Lawsuit Over 2016 ICE-Requested Detainments
Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine, Suffolk County Sheriff Errol Toulon Jr., and Suffolk County Attorney Chris Clayton delivered a press conference at the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge to address a lawsuit they all agree to be sheer lunacy.
Real World Prep: Real Estate Pros Speak to William Floyd HS ‘Real Estate Reality Class’
Ahead of the holiday recess, William Floyd High School’s “Real Estate Reality” class welcomed three real estate professionals as guest speakers: Ed Shine, a broker and owner of Shine Realty; Stephanie Salvo, an agent at Shine Realty; and Theresa Wright, a mortgage specialist for Nationwide.
Bail Reform Demanded after Reckless LIE Speedster Sends Suffolk Cop to ICU, Life Support
Nearly two years to the date after he and fellow officers were stabbed in Medford, Suffolk County Officer Brendan Gallagher was seriously injured once more—this time in a Long Island Expressway (LIE) chase turned malicious.
Eastport-South Manor School District Rewards 24 Students for Positive Behavior
The Eastport-South Manor Central School District announced last week that it had selected two dozen students within the junior-senior high school as recipients of the newly christened “Student of the Month” award.
More Sex Trafficking in Suffolk: Missing Patchogue Teen Found on Boat in Islip
Friday night's recovery of Emmarae ("Emma") Gervasi, 14, of Patchogue, brings resolution to a nearly month-long saga, but also invites more inquiries: who were her captors?
101 Year Old WWII Vet from Deer Park Rewarded the French Legion of Honor
The Brooklyn-born World War II Army Private entered service at the young age of 19 in 1943. He was with the 325th Glider Infantry regiment when he played an instrumental role in the Battle of Normandy the following year. Though he crash-landed in a field facing the threat of enemy fire, it was Agoglia’s slyness in securing crucial positions that helped provide for a successfully carried out “D-Day” operation on June 6, 1944.
Party City CEO: ‘The Party is Over’
Across Long Island exists over 10 Party City locations, including stores in: Patchogue, Centereach, Islip, Commack, North Babylon, Massapequa, Levittown, Woodbury, Carle Place, and Oceanside. One used to exist behind Wendy’s of Rt. 111 in Hauppauge, but has since been taken over by a Party Glitters.
My Favorite Christmas Memory (Disqualifying the Movie I Produced)
In October 2022, just before joining the production of Tyler Taormina’s “Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point,” which later cast my grandma Mary Reistetter as the grandma within the film, my grandfather Joe passed away. He was a month away from turning 85.
Legislator Leslie Kennedy Celebrates the Holidays with Greenbelt Conference
While accessible hiking trails have dwindled in post-August superstorm times, the Greenbelt Trail Conference still represents an untouchable greenspace of which Long Island is incredibly proud. The 1978-established trail encompasses over 200 miles of hiking paths untethered by even the harshest of weathers.
Senator Murray, Local Leaders to NYS: ‘Take Control of the MTA’s Finances’
State Senator Dean Murray, Suffolk County Comptroller John Kennedy, Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine and other elected officials gathered at the Perry B. Duryea building in Hauppauge on Dec. 11th to request an independent group take over the run-amuck finances of the MTA.
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Heavy Police Presence at William Floyd Varsity Girls' Track Meet
As more and more attention has been thrust upon the William Floyd Girls’ Track Team, so has the caution within the William Floyd School District.
Former employee accuses Halmar of wrongful termination over FMLA leave request
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Halmar International, LLC., alleging wrongful termination in violation of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
No Joke: A Family Camped Out at Midnight for Selden Chick-fil-A's Grand Open
The chain's latest restaurant to hit Long Island is located at 949 Middle Country Road.