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UPDATE: Foul Play Not Suspected in Happy Cat Sanctuary Fire
"We lost the best man on the face of the planet," said Lisa Jaeger, of Strong Island Animal Rescue and Jaeger's Run Animal Rescue.
Three Reckless Drivers Cited in Mt. Sinai Car Meet
Dezarae Manzanares, 19, of Rocky Point, Anthony Rojas, 18, of Coram; and an unnamed 17-year-old male were issued a total of 23 summonses, including “Trespass and Loitering.”
What's New at ESM Elementary Schools? Good Deeds and Greater History Appreciation
South Street School students of the Eastport-South Manor Central School District displayed kindness through a pair of noble collections last month.
April Rules: David Fincher—not Tarantino—May Shepherd a ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’ Sequel
Quentin Tarantino’s long-rumored “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” follow-up may see the light of day yet—and with a Red Apple-branded twist, of course.
Sheriff Toulon Honors Student Ambassador Program Grads at Central Islip HS
The program's mission is to stress public safety, promote trust for local law enforcement, and to warn adolescents against falling susceptible to bad influences.
Local Irish Americans Honored by Suffolk County Legislature
Deputy Presiding Officer Steven J. Flotteron organized the midday event, which took place at the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge on Wednesday, March 26.
Centereach Welcomes LI's First Bonchon Korean
The hottest new Korean Fried Chicken joint on the block is located at 141 Centereach Mall in the Walmart shopping center.
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.
Netflix No. 1 ‘Adolescence’ – A Gripping Four-Part Depiction of Teenage Rage
The British crime drama tackles the influence of anti-feminisit resistant figures like Andrew Tate on molding “incel” label-fearing boys with hyper-masculine rhetoric.
BREAKING NEWS: Fatal Fire at Animal Sanctuary Kills Owner and 100-Plus Cats
Suffolk County Police Chief of Detectives William Doherty announced at midday on Monday, March 31st they are actively investigating the Medford blaze that took the lives of the beloved owner of Happy Cat Sanctuary and at least 100 cats.
Advanced DNA Steals the Show in Alleged Gilgo Beach Killer Court Appearance
Though the 61-year-old Massapequa native charged with killing seven women was in attendance, the star of these proceedings was expert witness Kelley Davis, an associate professor of genome sciences at the University of Washington.
From Stagefright to Bright Lights: Homecoming for Trump-Tabbed Opera Man at the Paramount
The Long Island native who memorably belted the National Anthem at President Donald J. Trump's second inauguration will play the Paramount Theater in Huntington this Saturday—not too far from his humble Holbrook beginnings.
Just Dick’s: Sunrise in Massapequa the Latest Ghost Mall
The sight of a vacant Sunrise Mall in Massapequa—save for the still open for business “Dick’s Sporting Goods”—makes any hour “Dour Hour” for all those driving by.
ESM School District Emphasizes Social-Emotional Learning and Disabled Student Inclusion
In its commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for all students, the Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School hosted a “Respect For All” event in its library media center on March 19.
East Patchogue Father of Human Trafficked Teen to Sue Suffolk County
Gervasi contends his kidnapped daughter had her constitutional rights violated when a Suffolk Family Court Judge remanded her to Sagamore Children's Psychiatric Center, where her abused continued.
Suffolk Courts Celebrate 95-year-old Justice, the Hon. Betty Weinberg Ellerin
Judge Ellerin, a retired Justice of the Supreme Court's Appelate Division for the First Department in NYC, championed women's rights at each stopgap throughout a remarkable legal career.
By Way of Insanity: Dix Hills Son Kills Dad, Pleads ‘Not Guilty’ After Chilling Admission
Jack Miller picked up Christopher Miller from the hospital hours after filing a missing person report. A day later, his son murdered him.
Musical Power Couple Visits West Babylon Record Store
The recently-engaged collaborators surprised three in-person shoppers upon arrival, and hundreds by the end of their hour-long drop-by.
Get Well, Soon: Checks Presented at PBA HQ to Officer Brendon Gallagher
"We are very grateful and thankful for everyone who has donated to this fundraiser, backed the Blue, and supported Officer Gallagher and his family," PBA President Lou Civello told The South Shore Press.
Eastport-South Manor Students Exemplify Scientific Excellence
Three ESM students placed 4th at LISEF this month, while several more collected data from proteins at Brookhaven National laboratory.
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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 PD Outskates the NYPD
The Suffolk County Police Department's Hockey Team got a hard earned victory over their rivals last week and now they have some bragging rights until the next time they both face off on the ice.
Longwood Lax Award Winners
The Longwood Lions girls lacrosse team gave out some special end of the year awards and their star players were able to take home these prominent honors before graduation.