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The Controlled Burning of a Couch: Brookhaven FD Visits Kreamer St. Elementary
October 24th, 2024 marked a day of high anticipation; one wherein Fire Prevention Officer Shawn Krulder would deliver a final lecture accompanied by some lesson-fueled visual flair.
NYLIFF For This! Indie Filmmakers Become Award Winners
Top prizes were awarded to such films as "Art Thief" (Best Supporting Actor), "Lady of the Lake" (Best Cinematography), "Horse Town," (Best Horror Feature), "The Greatest," (Best Dramatic Feature), and "Rest in Memories" (Spirit of NYLIFF).
Hauppauge Firefighter Receives Hispanic Heritage Month First Responder Award
Yesenia Torres, 45, a Smithtown resident, and nine others were presented their awards by New York State Senator Monica Martinez (D-Brentwood).
Running on Plenty: USMC Vet Legislator Completes Suffolk Marathon 10K in 22-Pound Vest for Military Suicide Awareness
The winning route not just for first-place finishers, but for all who signed up cast its starting point in Babylon Village before crossing the Robert Moses Causeway to end at Bay Shore's Gardiner County Park.
Circuit Rideshare Route Added to Improve Brentwood Transit Woes
A rideshare company “going green” in mission and in practice, Circuit—established in 2011—stresses eco-friendliness and carbon neutrality.
Long Islanders Lovin' It: President Trump's McDonald's Drive-Thru Shift
Even if Trump's challenge of Harris' past employment is futile, with large outlets confirming McDonald's did not respond to their employment record inquiries, his visit still signifies the upper hand he holds over his opponent, according to his immovable backing.
Bond Sale Season: Suffolk Comptroller Announces Latest Success
The Comptroller cites "strong support" from investors; the winning bid—3.39 percent, from Jefferies, LLC—was even better than what was projected for an 18-year bond issue, per Kennedy.
Brookhaven Budget Blown on Big Landfill Mess
Their ongoing landfill issue—though indisputably being addressed at this juncture—constitutes a massive hole blown smack through the town’s prospective budget.
Rebels with a Coordinated Cause? An LI Lens Unto Teens 'Doing Donuts' and Drag Racing
The police responded to the scene at approximately 1:15 a.m., and upon dispersing, a motorist sped off—fleeing the area at an alarmingly high velocity.
Local Legislator Lobbies White House for FEMA Cash
Kennedy goes on to stress that partisan politics need not come into play when weighing a matter that demands swift resolution. She says residents of her community hold cherished memories from childhood and beyond of Stump Pond, a result of the damming of the Nissequogue River, and will not be able to create more without the approval of said emergency declaration.
The Men in the Arena: From 'Reagan' to 'Megalopolis'
Spoiler Alert: unfortunately, The Avengers do not show up at the end of either film.
For the Lost: Locally-Shot 'Christmas Eve in Miller's Point' Captures the Free Spirit of Priceless LI Lore-Keepers
The first trailer for “Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point," Courtesy of IFC Films, was released on Wednesday, Oct. 9, with a seemingly intentional, era-appropriate voice-over to set the tone.
William Floyd HS Robotics' T-Shirt Cannon Was Just the Beginning
Advisors Joe Carpinone, Fred Luhrs and Joseph Brand, and key members Max Heitman and Alice Chen, spoke with The South Shore Press this week to discuss the program and their plans for the upcoming school year.
In Conversation with Bob Policastro of Angela's House
honored. To help create this volleyball tournament for Mackenzie, knowing how admired Tracy is… it'sjust a gift beyond gifts."Visit angelashouse.org for more information on how to get involved.
Previewing The Hamptons International Film Festival — Oct. 4-14
“While volunteering for the festival the past two years, I had the privilege to see many films before their wide release. Some would go on to win Academy Awards, others had three people in the crew with a budget of $20,000."
Party On: Live Nation Purchases 'The Paramount' of Huntington
Same building, same vibe—with a longtime partnership made even more official.
Happy Hour in the 631: Patchogue Theatre, LI Brewers Guild To Tie One On in Refreshing Team-Up
Together, the new partners vow to encourage others to broaden their taste buds and horizons in the same breath. Craft beer aficionados and residents in the market for a shared experience with new faces will be able to enjoy the heap of opportunities soon to be in store.
Movin' Out? Piano Man Places $50 Million Centre Island Estate Back on Market
Though he "retired" in 2008, as was the framing of his iconic Shea Stadium-closing concert performances that summer, over the past decade-and-a-half Joel has ceased to fade from the spotlight for too long, if at all—and especially so on the local front. He wrapped his longtime Madison Square Garden residency this summer, six months after releasing his first new song in years, aptly entitled "Turn the Lights Back On."
OH BABY! 9-1-1 Dispatcher Helps Emergency Delivery in Suffolk
A Suffolk Emergency Services Dispatcher stepped up in a big way on Sunday, September 22—helping a Bay Shore woman deliver her baby over the phone one minute, then rushing to her and her husband’s aid the next.
Aragona's Comedy Presents: A Fundraiser for Leukemia Lymphoma Society
Stereo Gardens – located at 9 Railroad Avenue in Patchogue — will open its doors to a stacked five-pack of Aragona’s Comedians on Friday—all set to deliver some good laughs for a greater cause.
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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.
Reynolds on Baby Animal Day at Suffolk County Farm: 'An affordable, fun event'
Baby Animal Day is returning to the Suffolk County Farm and Education Center in Yaphank on Saturday, May 10, offering a once-a-year opportunity to interact with the farm’s youngest residents.
Local Leader Honored for Decades of Service with Hall of Fame Induction
He’s in the Hall of Fame