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Suburbs Key to Electoral Success
Meeting with President Trump during his 2024 campaign, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman told him the road to the White House runs through the suburbs. He elaborated on the subject as a featured speaker at the state Conservative Party’s recent conference in a talk titled, “Winning the ‘Burbs, How Common Sense Conservatism is Holding the Line on Long Island.”
New Top Cop on Tap for Suffolk
Catalina, 57, relieves Acting Commissioner Robert Waring, who assumed the role at Romaine’s request as he searched nationwide for a new top cop. Waring, a 39-year police veteran, will return to his previous post as chief of department. Catalina succeeds Rodney Harrison, an appointee of former County Executive Steve Bellone.
Sheriff Toulon Praises Pick for New SCPD Commissioner
Catalina served at both the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office prior to his service with the Suffolk County Police Department.
Other Side of the State: Opposition Grows to Offshore Lake Erie Wind Turbines
Even before President Donald Trump took back the White House and signed an Executive Order stopping offshore wind energy projects, people around the country and in New York State have been working against wind turbines in their lakes, oceans, and on land.
Hurdles Ahead for Long Island Green Energy
They are planning to build 84 wind turbines three times taller than the Statue of Liberty. A 123-mile ocean cable will connect them to the mainland and then run 17 miles to a switching station. They’ve designed a new operations center and a training facility and have commissioned a 262-foot-long ship to service the windmills. They’re even paying $140 million to the town and county for allowing the cable to come ashore at Smith Point.
Cautionary Tale of Long Island’s Last Big Power Project
South Shore Press reporter Robert Chartuk was on the ground covering the Shoreham debacle and shares some memories from the early 1980s when opposition to the plant peaked and the state stepped in to shut it down.
Town of Brookhaven and Sachem North HS Celebrate the Life of Teacher Matthew “Dezy” DiStefano
Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico, Councilman Neil Manzella and Councilman Neil Foley joined hundreds of Sachem North High School students and faculty, family and friends to honor Matthew “Dezy” DiStefano, who died due to Stage 4 Kidney Cancer in 2020 at the age of 42.
Hundreds Celebrate the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at Annual Brookhaven Town Luncheon
A special “Day of Service” luncheon was held at the Bellport Golf Club to honor the life and memory of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Workshop aims to educate on healthy vs. unhealthy relationship dynamics
Farmingville, NY – In a joint effort to address the dynamics of relationships in today's digital world, Long Island Against Domestic Violence (LIADV) and the Suffolk County Police Department are working together to empower both adults and teens.
Officer Up: SSP Speaks to Stony Brook Hospital’s Dr. Voss after Injured Hero Cop’s Release
Gallagher—for the second time in three years—left Stony Brook Hospital in better shape than when he was admitted. In December of 2022, he was stabbed in Medford while on the job. Upon recovery, he opted for Highway Patrol, as opposed to desk duty detail.
Intersection renamed to honor teacher Matthew "Dezy" DiStefano
On January 27, a ceremony was held to honor the late Matthew "Dezy" DiStefano at Sachem North High School in Farmingville, New York.
Brookhaven honors Dr. King with service-focused luncheon
A luncheon commemorating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was held on January 20 at the Bellport Golf Club in Farmingville, New York.
Ice Rescue Team Saves Man in Bellport
When the call came through of a man who had fallen through the ice in Bellport, the South Country Ambulance Special Operations Unit sprung into action. They were quickly on the scene and made the rescue.
BREAKING NEWS: Critically Injured Cop Headed Home
The Suffolk County Police Department announced that critically injured cop Brendon Gallagher is being released from Stony Brook University Hospital Monday morning.
Brookhaven Town Clerk launches 2025 Mobile Office tour at local library
On January 21, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle took his 2025 Mobile Office to the Port Jefferson Free Public Library at 100 Thompson Street in Port Jefferson.
Crime Analysis Center: a Decisive Tool for Law Enforcement
The tech-rich facility is staffed with crime analysts and law enforcement personnel from a number of agencies, including the Suffolk Police, District Attorney, Sheriff, Probation Department, and Child Protective Services.
Blaze Busters Battle For Rights of Volunteers
Fire officials from across Long Island met over the weekend to formulate a legislative agenda to support the state’s volunteer emergency workers. They’ll lobby Albany on a slate of recommendations to keep the volunteer rate up and assist those who serve.
Suffolk County Fireman Relates to California Wildfires
SSP spoke with Bill Biondi, Commissioner of the Mastic Beach Fire Department, about preparedness, forest management, physical demands, and family concerns for their loved ones as they are out there fighting the fire.
William Floyd School District Innovates in Teaching Civics and Government
William Floyd School District (WFSD) is a statewide leader in teaching government and civics from sixth through high school. Whether it is teaching the basics of how government works, the art of compromise, getting along with people with a different POV, or learning about media bias – WFSD is getting it done.
William Floyd Students Learn About How Government Works
They are learning that you can disagree with another person and still like them. And, more importantly, they are learning that you can engage in respectful discourse and even learn a little from someone you think is “wrong-headed”.
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South Shore Press is Around the World: Dispatch From New Zealand
South Shore Press reporter Robert Chartuk is halfway around the world, having crossed the Equator to file this report:
Ward Melville's Athletic Trainer Wins Alumni Award
Ward Melville's Athletic Trainer and Science Teacher Claudine Weiner recently was awarded the Outstanding Alumni Award from Stony Brook University.
Coach Desi Honored
This weekend the Suffolk County Baseball Coaches Association honored legendary Coach Al Desiderio.