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Jun 19, 2024

NY Courts Order the 'Parents Replacement Act' back on the ballot in November

The so-called 'Equal Rights Amendment' (ERA) will return to the NY ballot in November after being previously removed by the State Supreme Court.

Jun 17, 2024

Independent Review Rips Cuomo for Failed COVID Response

The main criticism: former Governor Cuomo enlisted a "top down, one-size fits all" approach of issuing orders from Albany, while ignoring the unique needs of 62 different counties in New York.

Jun 16, 2024

Congress Grills Cuomo over Covid Deaths

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo spoke Tuesday before a congressional subcommittee to answer questions about how he handled the COVID pandemic, especially nursing home deaths. Transcripts of Cuomo's testimony should be released in the coming weeks.

Jun 14, 2024

Congresswoman Calls on Hochul to Pardon Trump

President Joseph Biden does not have the legal authority to pardon President Donald from his recent conviction on 33 fraud related charges in New York State Supreme Court. Since the crimes President Trump has been convicted of are at the state level, President Biden cannot pardon him.

Jun 13, 2024

MacArthur Airport Lands JetBlue

There's good news for folks in Suffolk County who enjoy flying to Florida. You may no longer hit heavy traffic on your way to JFK. An airport closer to home will now offer flights to the Sunshine State.Tickets are on sale right now for anyone in Suffolk County who wants to fly on JetBlue out of MacArthur Airport."A tremendous step forward for the people of Long Island who are headed to Florida this fall," said Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico.While those JetBlue flights won't be taking off from MacArthur until October 24th, 2024,, the carrier made a big announcement at the airport letting folks know they'll be offering low-cost flights to Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, and Palm Beach."Long Island is an integral part of the New York Metro area, and we are excited to bring our award-winning service to customers in this community," said Dave Jehn, JetBlue's vice president of network planning and airline partnerships. "The addition of Long Island MacArthur Airport to our network will offer more options and greate

Jun 13, 2024

Red Light Cameras Left in Legislative Limbo

As the Albany legislative session concluded, some bills were passed into law, while many others did not make it, in a budget that exceeds $230 billion.

Jun 12, 2024

Red Light Cameras

South Shore Press Editorial

Jun 11, 2024

Breaking News: Lawsuit Filed to Kick RFK Off NYS Ballot

A group of taxpayers filed suit in New York State Supreme Court against RFK Jr. in an attempt to kick him off the Presidential ballot in the Empire State.

Jun 10, 2024

Fentanyl: An Existential Threat

Third in a series about the Fentanyl Crisis

Jun 8, 2024

Good Government Group Slams Hochul for Secrecy

Three years into her administration, Gov. Hochul's government transparency plans are falling short.

Jun 8, 2024

Democratic Congressional Candidate Proposes 'Re-Education Camp' for Trump Supporters

"MAGA" Trump supporters should attend a "re-education camp" after the 2024 election — even if Democrats see a "resounding blue wave," said Democrat congressional candidate, Paula Collins, said during a Zoom Townhall.

Jun 8, 2024

Port Jefferson Station VFW Honors WWII Veterans

New York State Senator Anthony Palumbo honored the "Greatest Generation" during a D-Day anniversary ceremony at the Port Jefferson Station VFW Post 4927.

Jun 8, 2024

Greatest Generation Honored on D-Day

The special ceremony and celebration took place at the Long Island State Veterans Home at Stony Brook University.

Jun 7, 2024

Gilgo Murder Suspect Accused in Two More Deaths

The accused killer in the infamous Gilgo murders, architect Rex Heuermann, has been charged in the deaths of two more women, bringing the total to six in an investigation that unearthed clues dating back three decades.

Jun 7, 2024

NYS Assemblyman Tours William Floyd Learning Center

New York State Assemblyman Joe DeStefano recently toured the William Floyd Learning Center.

Jun 7, 2024

New Eagle Scouts Honored by State Lawmakers

New York State Senator Anthony Palumbo honored and recognized five new Eagle Scouts from the 1st Senate District at their Eagle Court of Honor.

Jun 6, 2024

Hochul Delivers Big Dose of Antihistamine to Stop Congestion Pricing

Congestion pricing tolls in Manhattan, scheduled to start on June 30, were abruptly halted "indefinitely" by Governor Hochul.

Jun 4, 2024

NYS Senate passes 'Honor and Remember Flag' Legislation

The NY Senate passed legislation making the "Honor and Remember Flag" the official flag for recognizing and honoring armed service members in New York.

Jun 4, 2024

Illegal immigrant from Venezuela shoots two cops in Queens

A 19-year-old illegal immigrant from Venezuela, Bernardo Raul Castro-Mata, was arrested for shooting two police officers during a pursuit.

Jun 4, 2024

Local Leaders Welcome New Citizens

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Daily Feed

Liberty Mutual ses Brooklyn pharmacy alleging $748K no-fault insurance fraud scheme

Liberty Mutual General Insurance Company and other affiliates have filed a lawsuit against Argyle Pharmacy Inc., Mehtab Bibi, and Timur Yuzefpolsky, alleging a sophisticated scheme to defraud them through fraudulent insurance claims.


Crime

Alleged MS-13 Gang Member Extradited to Suffolk County to Face Kidnapping And Assault Charges

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney today announced that Josue Zepeda Padilla, 28, of Huntington Station, was extradited and arraigned on an indictment charging for Robbery in the First Degree, Gang Assault in the First Degree, and other related charges, for his alleged role in the January 6, 2024 violent attack on a 15-year-old at the Pilgrim State Mental Facility in Brentwood that left the child unconscious


Local

Beauty in the Breakdown: An SSP Play-by-Play of Dave’s Hot Chicken’s LI Debut

Long Island’s first “Dave’s Hot Chicken” is situated at 207 Glen Gove Road Carle Place, and grand-opened last week.