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Jan 15, 2026

New York Nears Historic Medical Aid in Dying Law

Terminally ill patients will get to choose when they will die under pending law.

Jan 15, 2026

Winter Light Levels Raise Concerns Over Seasonal Depression

Seasonal Depression is real, but you can fight it.

Jan 15, 2026

Suffolk County Water Authority completes major water main replacement in Shirley

The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) has finished replacing about 2,400 feet of old transite water main along Floyd Road and nearby streets in Shirley.

Jan 15, 2026

Great Healthcare Plan to Cut Costs, End Subsidies

A new healthcare deal for Americans.

Jan 15, 2026

Sister Act

The McGuire Sisters had an interesting history.

Jan 13, 2026

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

Jan 12, 2026

The King is Back in the South Shore Press

The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.

Jan 12, 2026

Courage in Tehran, Cowardice in New York

Protestors risk it all in Iran while they’re coddled in New York.

Jan 10, 2026

The Redistribution Racket

Same old political racket: taxpayer money to buy votes.

Jan 10, 2026

Small Firms Struggle to Fill Jobs as Labor Shortages Persist

New York is still a tough place to run a business.

Jan 9, 2026

PSEG Shares Tips to Lower Winter Energy Bills

Take the steps to lower your energy costs this winter.

Jan 9, 2026

Local Artist Proposes Visual Dialogue With Grosz at the Heckscher

Local artist looks to hang at the Heckscher.

Jan 9, 2026

What Do I Need to Know About Electronic Wills in New York?

Wills can now be executed, witnessed, and filed electronically.

Jan 9, 2026

From Long Island to Iraq, A Veteran’s Story

A riveting story of one man’s service in Iraq.

Jan 9, 2026

Street Takeover Task Force Nets Four Arrests

Police Task Force tasks reckless drivers off the road.

Jan 9, 2026

The Background of Nicolas Maduro

He destroyed his country and now he’s in U.S. custody.

Jan 9, 2026

Flood Mitigation Project Completed in Center Moriches

Road project designed to help keep the waters clean.

Jan 9, 2026

First Responders Connect With Residents at “Meet the Paws” Event

First responders and Suffolk County K-9 teams met with residents at a “Meet the Paws: Coffee with a Cop” event.

Jan 9, 2026

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Announces Winter Coat Drive

Warming up the winter through Brookhaven’s coat drive.

Jan 9, 2026

Suffolk Closeup

Karl Grossman examines the race for New York Governor.

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Sports

Ex-Giants and Jets Wife Runs for Congress

The wife of former New York Giants and New York Jets wide receiver Plaxico Burress has announced her run for New Jersey’s 9th Congressional District. Attorney and former Penn State athlete Tiffany Burress is seeking the seat currently held by Rep. Nellie Pou.


Sports

Desai is Now #1 in the Country

Smithtown East High School junior Trishna Desai delivered a historic performance recently, bowling an impressive 804 series. The milestone marked the first 800 series recorded in Suffolk County girls bowling in more than six years, a rare achievement that immediately turned heads across the county. Desai’s remarkable series featured game scores of 268, 279, and 257, showcasing consistency, power, and precision throughout the set.


Sports

Mangano Makes More History

Shoreham-Wading River wrestler Gavin Mangano added another historic achievement to his résumé by capturing his fourth Eastern States Classic championship. Widely regarded as the toughest in-season wrestling tournament in the East, the Eastern States Classic once again showcased Mangano’s dominance on the mat.