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Bellport HS Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
To mark Hispanic Heritage Month, Bellport High School's Multicultural Student Association created a living library experience, "My Journey," for their peers.
Suffolk County Police To Hold Property Auction
The auction will begin at 9 a.m. and will be held rain or shine. There will be a preview of jewelry and select property on Tuesday, October 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where drivers found cheapest regular gas across Suffolk County in week ending Oct. 12
1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest premium gas during week ending Oct. 12
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Oct. 12.
Stony Brook study links substance use with increased brain neuromelanin
A recent study by researchers at Stony Brook University has identified a potential link between substance use and increased neuromelanin levels in the midbrain of young adults.
William Floyd High School presents 'Kodachrome' November 1-2
Students at William Floyd High School are preparing for their fall theater production of "Kodachrome" by Adam Szymkowicz. The play will be performed on November 1 and 2 at 6:30 pm in the Nick Poulos Auditorium. Tickets are priced at $10 and can be purchased online or at the door.
Delish Grill opens new location in Mastic Beach with Councilwoman Kesnig attending
Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig attended the grand opening of Delish Grill's newest location in Mastic Beach on October 11. The event marked the launch of the restaurant at 490 Mastic Beach Road, adding to its existing presence at 1 Glenmere Lane in Coram.
Suffolk County Community College highlights impact of new SUNY student success program
Suffolk County Community College recently announced the successful implementation of the State University of New York's (SUNY) Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) program across its three campuses. This initiative is part of a broader rollout involving 25 SUNY-affiliated institutions throughout New York State. The program, inspired by the City University of New York's ASAP model, aims to improve student completion rates and reduce opportunity gaps.
Smithtown man faces multiple charges as authorities call for legislative reforms
Daquan Booker, a 34-year-old resident of Smithtown, has been remanded into Suffolk County custody following a court hearing after his re-arrest by Nassau County authorities. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney expressed concerns about the state's legislative framework, which he believes limits prosecutors' ability to request bail and affects decisions regarding case diversions.
Insurance giant accuses medical equipment suppliers of fraudulent billing scheme
A major insurance company has filed a lawsuit against several medical equipment suppliers for allegedly defrauding them out of more than $210,000 through false insurance claims in New York's no-fault system. The case highlights accusations involving unlawful financial arrangements and inflated billing practices designed to exploit accident victims' coverage plans.
Plaintiff alleges retaliation by former employer Rocket Financial over fraud refusal
Bradford Primavera has taken legal action against Rocket Financial Inc., accusing them of retaliatory firing after he refused to engage in fraudulent activities directed by executive Michael Shvartsman. Filed in October 2024 in New York's Eastern District Court, the lawsuit seeks unpaid wages totaling nearly $300K along with various damages and reinstatement.
Plaintiff alleges widespread fraud by former legal service provider in staged accident scheme
Ionian Re has filed a lawsuit against Gorayeb & Associates and various medical providers alleging a fraudulent scheme involving staged construction accidents and false injury claims designed to inflate insurance settlements.
BREAKING NEWS: The First Edition of the South Shore Press Newscast
The first edition of the South Shore Press Newscast with Guest George Santos.
Four indicted in Suffolk County prostitution case involving police officer
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the indictment of four individuals, including a Suffolk County police officer and an Islip High School teacher, for allegedly running multiple brothels in Suffolk County. The accused, Frank Saggio, George Trimigliozzi, Steven Arey, and Dana Ciardullo, face charges of enterprise corruption and promoting prostitution.
William Floyd High School girls' tennis advances to playoffs for 22nd straight year
The William Floyd High School girls' varsity tennis team has concluded a successful season, securing their place in the playoffs for the 22nd consecutive year. Under the guidance of head coach David Pia, the Colonials achieved a 10-2 record in League IV and a 14-2 overall standing. Their performance has earned them a No. 4 seed, granting them a first-round bye and setting up a second-round home playoff match on October 22 against either No. 13 Sachem or No. 20 Eastport-South Manor.
Shirley man sentenced for attempted murder outside ex-Congressman Zeldin's home
Noah Green, a 20-year-old resident of Shirley, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for his involvement in a gang-related shooting incident that took place in front of former U.S. Congressman Lee Zeldin's home in October 2022. The sentence includes five years of post-release supervision. Green pleaded guilty to charges including Attempted Murder in the Second Degree after shooting at three individuals and injuring two.
Brookhaven Lab hosts FOQUS program to foster quantum science collaboration
Over two days in June, 29 graduate students, faculty members, and administrators from minority-serving institutions gathered at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory. They participated in the Faculty Outreach for Quantum-Invested UniversitieS (FOQUS) program, co-hosted by the Co-design Center for Quantum Advantage (C2QA) and Brookhaven Lab’s Office of Educational Programs.
Brookhaven completes $1.5M Shirley road paving project
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig have announced the completion of a paving project in Shirley, New York. The project involved resurfacing 21 roads and was completed at a cost of approximately $1.5 million.
Career EDGE program offers free job readiness training for women
The Town of Brookhaven Women's Services Division is set to launch its Career EDGE Job Readiness series on October 29. This initiative aims to assist unemployed and under-employed women in acquiring professional skills, expediting their job search, and boosting confidence through weekly training sessions, personalized career coaching, and networking opportunities.
Top Cop Serves as Keynote at Domestic Violence Self-Defense Conference
Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon Jr. served as the keynote speaker at the Brookhaven Town Domestic Violence Self-Defense Conference. Suffolk County's "Top Cop" shared the critically important work of the Sheriff's Office Domestic Violence Unit.
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Brookhaven Clerk LaValle Attends the Centereach/ Selden Civic Association Monthly Meeting
Mr. Lavalle also spoke about service improvements made by the town clerk’s office and engaged with civic members.
Pickles & Paws 2025: New York’s Largest Animal Adoption Festival Launches This Spring in Yaphank
Connect with s furry friend at New York’s largest adoption event.
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.