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Goblin march fills Center Moriches Main Street with magic
Inside this year’s march of the goblins: candy, costumes, and fun for all.
Federal shutdown drowns out flood insurance
During the federal government shutdown, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) expired which means policies can’t be issued or renewed until Democrats end the shutdown.
Applause for a great cause at Amityville Music Hall
Flaunting a spirited “four bands, four styles, one goal” attitude, the "Band Together for Good" mini-music festival and fundraiser benefits Family & Children’s Association (FCA)—the Island’s oldest and largest human service organization.
DENTAL365 Honors Veterans with a free Day of Dentistry
In honor of Veterans Day, Dental365 will once again host its annual Free Day of Dentistry for Veterans.
Trucker found guilty of killing girlfriend in Patchogue
Willie Hart, of Yaphank, was found guilty of Murder in the Second Degree for murdering his girlfriend Candace Woodruffoutside of a Patchogue motel.
That was a movie: from Long Beach Cinemas to extra guac shop
A Chipotle Mexican Grill is heading to the retail space that formerly belonged to the locally beloved landmark Long Beach Cinemas, which closed its doors back in April 2023.
JVC Broadcasting to host annual food drive for Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE program
JVC Broadcasting will hold its annual food drive on November 8 and 9 to benefit the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive.
Sheriff Toulon unveils new Domestic Violence Bureau office
Joined by the family of Kathy Bishop on the morning of Wednesday, October 29th, Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon, Jr. announced the opening of his Domestic Violence Bureau’s new office space.
$160 Million Carriage House project breaks ground in Patchogue
Hundreds of new homes are coming to downtown Patchogue.
‘La famiglia e tutto’ — family is everything!
The Suffolk County Courts held their first annual Italian American Heritage Month Celebration.
Deep-sea diver anchors his Life on Long Island
See how this gas station owner traded fins for fuel pumps.
Bring a smile: Operation Christmas Senior seeks donations
Bring joy this year by making a donation through Operation Christmas Senior.
Brookhaven Youth Advisory Board holds food drive supporting Thanksgiving meals
On October 25, the Town of Brookhaven Volunteer Youth Advisory Board organized a food drive at Stop & Shop in Farmingville to benefit the Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive.
South Shore Press salutes Veteran Hector Sanchez
The South Shore Press salutes Vietnam Veteran Hector Sanchez of Shirley.
Brookhaven gears up for holiday food and toy drives
It’s that time of year when we turn our thoughts toward the holidays. The mailbox is full of requests for donations, and Brookhaven hopes you will be generous right here at home.
Bay Shore man convicted of sex trafficking
“Today, justice was served,” said Suffolk County DA Ray Tierney. “Freddie Rice’s crimes were calculated, predatory, and devastating to his victims.”
Sen. Martinez wants translators back at South Shore Hospital
Senator Monica Martinez (D) has recently been on the frontlines spearheading the opposition to what she considers troubled waters in store for South Shore University Hospital.
Veterans Day Parade to honor Grand Marshal Ina Casali
This small community honors its veterans in a big way.
Law cracking down on dishonest Suffolk County contractors signed
Legislator Jim Mazzarella's bill was signed into law, strengthening enforcement against unscrupulous contractors and bolstering consumer protections across the County.
Brookhaven officials announce completion of multiple paving projects
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Manzella have announced the completion of several road resurfacing projects in Farmingville, Centereach, Lake Grove, and Lake Ronkonkoma.
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Colonials Host Coaches vs. Cancer/Score for a Cure
The William Floyd girls’ varsity basketball team, led by head coach Rich Sinclair, recently hosted a “Coaches vs. Cancer/Score for a Cure” game against Riverhead to raise money in the fight against cancer. As part of the initiative, the Colonials also participated in a shoot-a-thon, and through concessions and T-shirt sales, they raised nearly $650 for the American Cancer Society.
Wealth Management Firms Accuse Real Estate Entities of Fraudulent Scheme
Summitbridge Wealth Management and Arna Premier Property Solutions have filed a lawsuit against multiple real estate entities accusing them of running a Ponzi-style fraud scheme involving over $1 million in investments.
Plaintiff Alleges False Arrests by NYPD Officers
Micah Mitchell has filed a lawsuit against multiple NYPD officers alleging false arrest among other civil rights violations after two separate incidents where he claims he was unlawfully detained without cause