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Feb 28, 2025

William Floyd Elementary hosts fundraiser for St. Baldrick's childhood cancer research

William Floyd Elementary School is set to host a "Brave the Shave" event on March 14, from 9 am to 12 pm.

Feb 28, 2025

Hochul Announces Grants for Coastal Storm Preparedness and Green Energy Projects

Governor Kathy Hochul announced $80 million in new grant funding communities for ‘climate resiliency’ projects. Hochul also announced final permits were being approved for a large-scale renewable (wind/solar) energy project making it the 20th ‘Clean Energy” project approved since 2021.

Feb 28, 2025

Roadside Tributes for Accident Victims

Tragedy to Legislation: Assemblyman Names Roadside Tribute Bill for Son.

Feb 28, 2025

William Floyd wrestler wins Suffolk County title; heads to state tournament

The William Floyd High School boys’ varsity wrestling team recently participated in the Suffolk County Championships, achieving notable success.

Feb 28, 2025

William Floyd Middle School hosts student bistro to reward good behavior

William Floyd Middle School organized its annual Student Bistro event in the faculty lounge, celebrating students recognized for positive behavior through the school's Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program.

Feb 28, 2025

Brookhaven Bulldozers Battle Blight: Another Zombie Home Bites the Dust

Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico and Councilwoman Jane Bonner were on-hand when the Town of Brookhaven demolished a vacant and abandoned “zombie house” at 118 Route 25 A in Rocky Point.

Feb 28, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest diesel during week ending Feb. 22

1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Feb 28, 2025

Floyd's Win Sets Up a Rematch and Chance for Revenge

The William Floyd Colonials boys’ varsity basketball team won their quarterfinal playoff game and have advanced to the next round of the Suffolk County playoffs.

Feb 28, 2025

South Shore Rotten Apple of the Week: Crack Cocaine, Battered Dogs Recovered in Brentwood Home

Stacy Zimmer, 48, of Brentwood was arrested on Feb. 19th and charged with animal cruelty and drug possession.

Feb 28, 2025

Cops Save Man from Choking on Food in Bay Shore

A man choking on a piece of food called 911, and two Suffolk County cops out of the Third Precinct responded in swift order.

Feb 28, 2025

Symphonic Pops director on Huntington concert: 'Bringing together musicians of all ages'

The Symphonic Pops of Long Island joins Huntington High School’s symphony orchestra on Sunday, March 2, for a tribute to Broadway and film tunes entitled “Witches, Pirates & Dragons.”

Mar 2, 2025

Smithtown Fire Department honors late Father Daniel Bitsko by renaming meeting room

The Smithtown Fire Department has announced the renaming of its Main Meeting Room in memory of Father Daniel Bitsko, a respected member of both the department and the local community.

Mar 2, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Feb. 22

1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Mar 2, 2025

Suffolk Wrestlers Win Multiple State Championships

This Saturday at MVP Arena in Albany the New York State wrestling Championships were held and Suffolk County once again showed up in full force and came home with multiple state titles.

Mar 3, 2025

Construction companies accused of wage violations

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against multiple construction companies alleging they failed to pay overtime wages according to federal and state laws.

Mar 3, 2025

New York real-estate firm accuses multiple Hong Kong entities of crypto-fraud scheme

A New York real-estate developer has filed a lawsuit against several individuals and entities accused of orchestrating a crypto-fraud scheme known as pig-butchering scams that cost him over $3.6 million dollars.

Mar 3, 2025

Black Conservatives Speak Out: “I left the Democrat Plantation.”

Civil and Constitutional Rights Attorney, Tricia Lindsey, spoke with SSP about her thoughts on being black, a woman, and a Republican. Lindsey pushes back on the idea that being black or a woman dictates how she should think and vote.

Mar 3, 2025

South Shore Statesman to Wed

Meet the Suffolk couple who announced their nuptials.

Mar 3, 2025

Free Mulch/Wood chips at Many Town Locations

Spring is almost here and so is free mulch/wood chips from Brookhaven Town.

Mar 3, 2025

Wind Cables Coming Through

Onlookers flow in to view once-in-a-lifetime installation.

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Education

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.


Sports

Breece Hall Visits Bellport

This past week some youngsters dreams came true when they got to meet a pro player and take advice from him.


Sports

All Star Ducks

This season two Ducks have made the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball Clubs (ALPB) Mid-Season All-Star Team. Both catcher Ronaldo Flores and outfielder River Town were chosen in voting among the league’s 10 managers.