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Assemblywoman Giglio Joins Rally for Disability Funding
Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio joined disability advocates and service providers at a rally in Brentwood calling for increased state funding to support individuals with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.
Library Event Examines Women Under British Rule
A conference at the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library later this week will examine how women on Long Island lived, worked and endured during the American Revolution, when the island spent more than seven years under British occupation.
Leaked Memo Raises Alarm Over NY Energy Costs
A leaked memo from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is intensifying debate in Albany over the cost and feasibility of the state’s climate mandates, with Republican lawmakers warning the policies could significantly increase energy costs for residents and businesses.
Bodycam Captures Dramatic Puppy Rescue in Shirley
A small dog that fell into a collapsed cesspool in the backyard of a Shirley home was rescued thanks to the quick actions of Suffolk County police officers and firefighters.
15 ESM Students Featured in Parrish Art Exhibit
Fifteen student artists from Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School will have their work featured in the 2026 Student Exhibition at the Parrish Art Museum in Water Mill, an annual showcase highlighting young artists from across Long Island.
Molotov Cocktails Found in Car During LI Traffic Stop
Three men were arrested after Suffolk County police discovered Molotov cocktails inside a car during a traffic stop in Central Islip, authorities said.
Asian Jade Society Honors Legislator Mazzarella
Suffolk County Legislator Jim Mazzarella was recognized at a recent ceremony hosted by the Suffolk County Police Asian Jade Society, where he received this year’s Public Safety Award.
Bellport Marks Women’s History Month with Police Visit
Bellport Middle School students received an inside look at careers in law enforcement during a special Women’s History Month assembly highlighting the growing role of women in policing.
LIMEHOF Film Festival Wins 2026 Best of Long Island Award
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) Music Documentary Film Festival has been named the 2026 “Best Film Festival on Long Island” in the Four Leaf Best of Long Island competition, a major recognition for the event following its inaugural year.
Op Ed: When Terrorists Become “Teens Enjoying the Weather”
If you ever needed proof that parts of the mainstream media have completely lost their minds and what tiny shreds of credibility they had left with rational Americans, look no further than CNN’s coverage of the attempted terrorist bombing outside Gracie Mansion.
"Ray" Kowalyk, Father-In-Law of SSP Contributor Stefan Mychajliw
What would you do if you knew you were going to die? Sadly, my incredible father in law Ray did. He knew the end on this mortal coil was near. There was no panic, fear, nor anger.
Huntington Station Man Charged in Fatal Hit-and-Run
A Huntington Station man has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run crash that killed a pedestrian, Suffolk County police said.
LI Son Charged in Mom’s Savage Stabbing Death
A 36-year-old Calverton man has been indicted in connection with the fatal stabbing of his mother, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced.
Floyd Faculty Concert Raises $7K for Music Scholarships
The William Floyd School District’s Music Department continued one of its most cherished traditions with the 43rd Annual Music Faculty Scholarship Concert, held before a packed audience at the William Floyd High School auditorium.
WFHS Senior Earns Air Force Academy Nomination
William Floyd High School senior Dominick Lauro has earned a congressional nomination from U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer to attend the United States Air Force Academy, bringing him one step closer to his goal of serving as an officer in the Air Force.
Mastic Beach Ambulance Installs Officers at Annual Ceremony
Brookhaven officials and emergency responders gathered Feb. 28 to celebrate the annual Installation of Officers for the Mastic Beach Ambulance Company, honoring the volunteers who provide lifesaving emergency medical services to the community.
Smithtown Schools Celebrate Seven Merit Finalists
Seven students from the Smithtown Central School District have been named finalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program, placing them among the top high school scholars in the country.
Cops Cuff Man After Selden Knifepoint Robbery
A Holtsville man has been arrested after police say he robbed a woman at knifepoint inside a building on College Road in Selden, according to Suffolk County police.
Ortt, GOP Senators Blast New York Energy Mandates
New York Senate Republicans are ramping up criticism of the state’s climate law after a state memo revealed the potential for steep increases in energy costs for residents.
DeStefano Sounds Alarm on Soaring Energy Prices
Assemblyman Joe DeStefano joined fellow Republican lawmakers from the state Assembly and Senate at the Capitol this week to raise concerns about rising energy costs in New York, warning that current state policies could lead to even higher prices for residents and businesses.
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Salvadoran Gets 25-to-Life for Basement Murder
Darwin Josue Maldonado Vanegas, 32, was convicted in March after a jury found him guilty of second-degree murder and weapons charges in the April 2025 killing of 24-year-old Daniel Nunez-Hernandez.