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Walk of Heroes Across the Center Moriches School District
On Nov. 8, the Center Moriches School District held its annual Walk of Heroes,inviting local veterans to be honored by students and staff. High school and middle schoolstudents first lined the halls of their building, waving American flags as the veterans andtheir family members proudly marched through. The walk then made its way to ClaytonHuey Elementary School, ending with a breakfast for guests. In addition to participating inthe parade and showing off their patriotism, students also learned about Veterans Daythrough lessons and activities in the classroom.Photo captions: Veterans and their family members paraded through Center Moriches HighSchool, Middle School and Clayton Huey Elementary School ahead of Veterans Day.Photos courtesy of the Center Moriches School District
Bring a Veteran to School Event at Bellport Middle
During the event, students met with and learned more about local veterans, who visited their classrooms to discuss their time in the military and their lives as civilians.
Bellport Football Team Raised Resources to Battle Cancer
To garner the funds, the team handed out flyers in school and to family and friends requesting donations. In the past 12 years, the team has raised and donated over $29,000.
Bayport-Blue Point Students and Staff Honor Veterans
The assembly featured a scripted skit, telling the story of how Veterans Day became an official holiday. A poem by Susan Smith titled, "We Honor You Today," was read aloud, followed by the second grade classes' performance of "The Poppy Song."
ESM Students Honor Those That Served
At both Eastport Elementary School and South Street School, students held a special breakfast for veterans from all branches of the military.
Manorville Man and Rockville Centre Cop Arrested
A subcontractor for a cellular company was working in a GMC Terrain at the corner of Sylvan Court and Weeks Avenue on November 3rd, 2024 at 7 p.m. when he was approached by a man who questioned what the subcontractor was doing in the area.
Volunteer Blaze Buster Busted for Being a Firebug
Police said Jonathan Quiles intentionally set a fire in a wooded area on Mount Vernon Avenue at approximately 3:35 p.m. on November 12.
William Floyd School District Congratulates Grad Lee Zeldin on Presidential Appointment
The 1998 WFHS grad served our community and country as a combat veteran. as a New York State Senator, as a United States Congressman, and soon to be Director of the EPA.
Rocky Point road improvements completed by Brookhaven officials
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the completion of a paving project in Rocky Point.
SBU marks International Education Week with diverse events
Stony Brook University is set to celebrate International Education Week (IEW) from November 18-22, an event aimed at promoting global awareness and cultural exchange on campus.
Stony Brook hosts inaugural accounting case competition testing student skills
Students at Stony Brook University’s College of Business participated in the first Accounting Case Competition on November 8.
Zariel Macchia wins Suffolk Championship and earns USATF Athlete of the Week
William Floyd High School senior Zariel Macchia has achieved significant success in recent competitions.
Fu-Pen Chiang retires after notable career at Stony Brook University
Over 50 individuals, including colleagues, friends, and family, gathered on November 8 at the Charles B. Wang Center to honor Fu-Pen Chiang's retirement after 57 years at Stony Brook University.
Polar Plunge event returns to Cedar Beach on November 23
Councilwoman Jane Bonner is calling on residents of Brookhaven to participate in the 14th annual New York Special Olympics Polar Plunge.
Stony Brook University honors eight new SUNY Distinguished Professors
Stony Brook University held a ceremony on November 7 to honor eight faculty members who were named SUNY Distinguished Professors in 2024.
Stony Brook University wins third gold medal at international iGEM competition
Stony Brook University's International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) team has secured its third gold medal at the iGEM Giant Jamboree.
Stony Brook University highlights global impact at 'Unstoppable Momentum' event
Stony Brook University recently celebrated its global impact at the "Unstoppable Momentum" event held on October 25.
William Floyd United Teachers hosts second annual coat giveaway on November 23
William Floyd United Teachers (WFUT) is set to host its second annual 1,000 Coat Giveaway on Saturday, November 23.
William Floyd Colonials advance to semifinals after defeating Sachem East
The William Floyd Colonials varsity football team secured a spot in the semifinals of the Suffolk County Division I playoffs with a decisive 43-22 victory over Sachem East.
Mastic Beach man pleads guilty in execution-style murder case
Joseph Scalafani, a resident of Mastic Beach, has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for the fatal shooting of Alex Smith.
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South Shore Press is Around the World: Dispatch From New Zealand
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Ward Melville's Athletic Trainer Wins Alumni Award
Ward Melville's Athletic Trainer and Science Teacher Claudine Weiner recently was awarded the Outstanding Alumni Award from Stony Brook University.
Coach Desi Honored
This weekend the Suffolk County Baseball Coaches Association honored legendary Coach Al Desiderio.