News by Stefan Mychajliw
News by Stefan Mychajliw on South Shore Press
Top Notes for Eastport-South Manor Student-Musicians
The Eastport-South Manor Central School District is proud to announce that three of the district's top student-musicians were selected to participate in the New York State School Music Association All-State Winter Conference Honors Ensembles, to be held in Rochester on Dec. 5-8. Aaron Isaacson (French horn) was selected for the Symphonic Band on French Horn and Emma Gallagher (alto I) was selected into the Mixed Chorus. Double bass player John Schroeder had the rare distinction of being selected to perform in two NYSSMA All-State ensembles. John elected to participate with the Instrumental Jazz Ensemble over the String Orchestra. Each year, more than 6,800 New York State students auditioned for spots in the All-State Honors Ensembles, the Eastport-South Manor music department is incredibly proud of these musicians and their accomplishments and extends best wishes for success at the NYSSMA All-State Winter Conference.
SCPD Participates in National "Coffee With a Cop"
Officers socialized and sipped coffee with Suffolk County residents at McDonald's in North Lindenhurst, 7-Eleven in Brentwood, Mademoiselle Patisserie in Patchogue and Walmart in Yaphank.
Ronkonkoma Paving Projects Wrapped Up
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley have announced the completion of two paving projects in Ronkonkoma/Holbrook.
William Floyd High School CTE Students Visit Citi Field
In addition to these breakout sessions, students enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour of Citi Field. This included visiting the media area, getting to watch batting practice up close and learning the history of both the stadium and the New York Mets. Later on, students participated in an "In Game Sports Power Clean Energy Photo Scavenger Hunt" for their final activity.
Student Honored for Brave Rescue of Senior in Distress
For bravely and heroically saving the life of an elderly man who was in distress over the summer, the Town of Babylon honored North Babylon High School junior Ryan Ticas with their "Heroism Award."
Cat With One Less Life Survives Wild Wheel Well Ride
The seven-week-old kitten appears to be in good health, receiving only minor injuries to its tail. The kitten is in the care of animal rescuer John Debacker.
Minneapolis Burned. Walz Lit the Match. Kamala Added Kerosene
When law enforcement needed Governor Walz to have their backs, protect them, and send in the National Guard, he did……nothing. Absolutely nothing.
Job Seeker Alert: SPCD is Hiring
If you're looking for a job, the Suffolk County Police Department is hiring for two types of positions.
Groundbreaking Held for High-End Patchogue Apartments
Luxury apartments with 91 units are one step closer to becoming reality in Patchogue, as local leaders and developers celebrated the groundbreaking for the new Greybarn Apartments.
Brookhaven Bulldozes and Brings Down Blighted Property
Brookhaven Bulldozes and Brings Down Blighted Property
Paving Projects Patched Up Brookhaven Roads
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich announced the completion of two paving projects in Port Jefferson Station.
Dayton Avenue School Track and Field Officially Open
The new multipurpose field and track is officially open at the Dayton Avenue School, within the Eastport-South Manor Central School District.
Animal Owner Pleads Guilty in Dog Mauling of Toddler
A Mastic woman couldn't control her dog, who viciously attacked and seriously injured a two-year-old child. The rampage continued when the dog attacked the young boy's uncle who was trying to stop the dog from injuring the toddler.
High Academic Honors for Ten William Floyd HS Students
To earn this prestigious academic designation, students must have scored a 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research and a 3 or higher on four additional AP exams of their choosing.
ESM Students Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month
Students throughout the Eastport-South Manor Central School District are taking timein their foreign language in the elementary schools classes to celebrate National HispanicHeritage Month, from September 15th, 2024, to October 15th, 2024.
Can You Imagine NYS Governor Donald Trump?
I’ve been to many President Trump rallies since the business owner and political outsider famously glided down his Trump Tower escalator on June 16th, 2015.
New Clerk on Board at Patchogue-Medford School District
At last night's Board of Education meeting, the Board approved Theresa DeLeva as District Clerk, effective September 30th. Ms. DeLeva has been the senior cook of Patchogue-Medford High School's central kitchen for approximately eight years and held other food service roles in the District prior to that assignment. As a resident who participates in numerous District and building committees, she is devoted to continuing to support our District and community in this new role. Please join us in congratulating Ms. DeLeva on her new position!
Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Hosts Open House
The family-friendly and free event featured jail tours throughout the day, demonstrations by the Sheriff's Office departments including the Emergency Response Team and K9 unit, and Sheriff's Office vehicle displays.
Senator Murray Partners With SCSO on Prescription Collection Program
The recent prescription disposal effort at the Longwood Public Library resulted in the collection of four boxes of unused and expired medications.
Daily Feed
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.
Coco the Cat was Shot – Twice!
Coco the Cat was minding his own business walking around in his Mastic Beach yard when a cowardly man shot him, and then, shot him again.
2025 New York Jets Preview
Out with the old and in with the new is the theme of this 2025 version of the New York Jets. Gang Green parted ways with their old QB Aaron Rodgers, who they pushed all their chips in on, and they will have a new head coach on the sidelines as well.