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Tuttle Avenue Donates the Gift of Reading
Under the direction of Eastport-South Manor Central School District second grade teacher Elise Allen, Tuttle Avenue Elementary School organized a Book Fairies collection. This fall, students diligently collected books for the Rotary Club of Moriches, who will redistribute the collection through the Book Fairies organization for under-resourced communities on Long Island and to provide equitable reading and learning opportunities for children.
A Holly Jolly Performance
As the first of what aims to be an annual tradition, prekindergarten students at the South Country Early Childhood Center presented a holiday performance for family and friends on Dec. 20. The festive production showcased the musical skills that the youngest South Country students had acquired through a new music program at the school. With props and smiles, the students performed songs including "Snow Is Falling," "Up on the Housetop" and "We Wish You a Merry Christmas."
William Floyd United Teachers Partner With Helpsy to Distribute Winter Coats for The Community
On Saturday, December 16, the William Floyd United Teachers (WFUT) hosted a 1,000-coat giveaway in collaboration with Helpsy, a clothing recycling organization, to help provide a little extra warmth to the community this winter. The event, which was held at William Paca Middle School, showcased the spirit of the William Floyd community. In total, 1,000 coats were donated to community residents, 200 coats were donated to Colonial Youth & Family Services, and 100 coats went to Billy Floyd's Closet, an in-school coat location available for William Floyd students who may need them.
Hedayati Law Group Office Grand Opening
Hedayati Law Group has opened a new office at 33 Flying Point Road, Suite 204, Southampton , NY 11968, 631-880-6440.
$50,000 Grant for Bellport Public Safety Vehicle
A $50,000 state grant secured by Assemblyman Joseph DeStefano went a long way in funding a new public safety vehicle for the Village of Bellport. The Assemblyman, center, met with Don Mullins, Director of Code Enforcement for the village, and Mayor Maureen Veitch on Monday to check out the new ride. They also discussed issues and programs in the surrounding community and how they can become good partners in government to ensure that Bellport Village continues to prosper. "We both care about the constituents we represent," the Assemblyman said. "I believe we will be able to build a great working relationship."
WFHS Musical Theatre Class Selected to Perform on Good Morning America
The William Floyd High School musical theatre class, under the direction of Mr. Berkeley Rousseau, has been selected to perform live on Good Morning America! These 22 talented student-musicians will sing in the ensemble for a special version of "Let It Go," accompanying 2023 Jimmy Awards winner, Lauren Marchand. This performance, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the release of Frozen, will air on Monday morning, November 27 between 8:30 and 9 am!
Bilingual Library Opens at Brookhaven Elementary
With a goal to enhance resources for students, Brookhaven Elementary School in the South Country School District cut the ribbon on a new bilingual library.
Losquadro and Bonner Announce Completion of $2.2-Million Miller Place Paving Project
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the completion of a nine-road paving project in Miller Place.
Manorville Resident Kaitlyn Eckles of Suffolk County 4-H Youth Takes Honors at State And Regional Fairs
Kaitlyn Eckles of Manorville, a student at Eastport South Manor Junior-Senior High School, garnered seven agricultural awards at the recent Great New York State Fair in Syracuse and at the Long Island State Fair in Old Bethpage.
Losquadro and Panico Announce Completion of $1.2-Million Manorville Paving Project
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman and Deputy Supervisor Dan Panico have announced the completion of a seven-road paving project in Manorville.
Retiring Our American Flags on Veterans Day
Retiring Our American Flags on Veterans Day
Assembly and Senate Staff Go All Out for 2023 Trick Or Treat Event
Assembly and Senate Staff Go All Out for 2023 Trick Or Treat Event
LaLota's "15 Huge Wins" for Suffolk County: Closer Examination Reveals Complex Reality
LaLota's "15 Huge Wins" for Suffolk County: Closer Examination Reveals Complex Reality
Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School Inducts 92 Into National Honor Society
Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School Inducts 92 Into National Honor Society
WFHS School-to-Work Program Wins Cornell Cooperative Extension 'Outstanding Community Collaborator Award'
WFHS School-to-Work Program Wins Cornell Cooperative Extension 'Outstanding Community Collaborator Award'
New York House Republicans Propose Expulsion Resolution to Remove Representative George Santos From Congress
New York House Republicans Propose Expulsion Resolution to Remove Representative George Santos From Congress
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Police Bust Village of Patchogue Worker for Impersonating a Cop
A Village of Patchogue Code Enforcement Officer was fired and arrested after police claimed he impersonated a cop, pulled over a woman, placed her in cuffs, and drove her home.
Safe Boating Certificate Required For All Beginning This Summer
Summer boating season is upon us and new regulations go with it. Starting January 1, 2025, a safety certificate became required of all boat operators, regardless of age, so this is the first boating season under the new rules.
South Shore Press Video Vault: NYS Conservative Party Chairman Gerard Kassar on NYS AG Tish James
At "best" it could lead to a resignation since James claims she is not a New York State resident. At "worst" the Justice Department could file criminal charges against James for fraud.