Local News on South Shore Press
Local Latest News
Patchogue Man Convicted of Raping his Child and Half-Sister
A jury trial was presented with what they ultimately ruled as overwhelming evidence confirming the 38-year-old criminal had sexually abused his daughter when she was between the ages of 5 and 13, and his half-sister when she was 15 years old.
Suffolk County Legislature Recognizes Veterans
During their General Meeting in Hauppauge on Tuesday, November 25th, each of the 18 legislators introduced a Veteran from their respective districts, highlighting the individual’s military background and local contributions.
Community Rallies for Colonial Youth Meal Drive
Colonial Youth lands holiday meals on local tables.
Suffolk Sheriff Leads Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway
Thanksgiving means go out to families across Suffolk thanks to an effort Led by Sheriff Errol Toulon
Community Rallies As Caitlyn Beats Cancer
Community rallies around Shirley 27-year-old as she beats cancer.
Coram Man Charged with Arson
Altariq Nixon, 43, of Coram, has been accused of setting a late-night fire that damaged a home while two occupants were inside, the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office announced on Tuesday, November 25th.
Kings Park Bartenders Arrested, Served 200 Under-21 Patrons
Suffolk police announced over the weekend that a late-night inspection at Celtic Crossing Tavern — located on Pulaski Road in Kings Park — resulted in the arrest of three bartenders and the establishment’s immediate, albeit temporary, shutdown.
Suffolk County SPCA charges Central Islip man with animal cruelty
The Suffolk County SPCA has charged a Central Islip resident with animal cruelty.
Rink of dreams: Smithtown hockey player determined post-NDE
Doctors feared Connor Dubeau would not be able to walk again after he shattered the C4 bone in his neck diving into Gilgo Beach waters just this past summer.
Suffolk sheriff unveils powerful prisoner memoir exhibit
Incarceration does not have to be an ending—it can also mark the beginning of a new chapter in one’s life.
What to do about fire trucks and the Smith Point Bridge?
Mastic Beach Fire Department plans for how to get a fire truck to the other side of the bridge.
Girl Scouts of Suffolk County host Walk-through Winter Wonderland
The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County (GSSC) is hosting its annual Holiday Light Show at Camp Edey in Bayport for an expanded, magical walk-through experience.
Nosotros Queremos: New Taco Bell a possibility in Medford
The Brookhaven Town Board convened a public hearing on Thursday to consider a proposal that has circulated for months: demolishing an existing Medford bank building and replacing it with a Taco Bell.
Eelgrass remediation in ESM: what’s it all about?
Members of the Eastport-South Manor Science Honor Society recently volunteered in an eelgrass remediation initiative. They collaborated with partners at SAVE Environmental on the project.
"Christmas Eve in Miller's Point" — now streaming on Hulu!
Primarily shot in Smithtown, Holbrook, and Selden in 2023, The New Yorker’s No. 2-ranked film of 2024 is now streaming for free on Hulu.
Suffolk Courts Celebrate National Adoption Day
Suffolk County Family Court held its annual National Adoption Day ceremony at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead, celebrating the adoptions of nine children.
Watch out for puffbacks!
Mastic Beach Fire Department has some words of wisdom for those of you with oil furnaces.
Soaring into history: A paratrooper’s D-Day journey
Climb aboard a C-47 with Reporter Robert Chartuk to relive the Normandy D-Day invasion.
New weight limit imposed on Smith Point Bridge
Smith Point Bridge can no longer handle the load.
Villas at Setauket expansion adds senior housing in Brookhaven
New senior living homes at the Villas at Setauket.
Daily Feed
Kassar Praises Trump’s State of the Union
President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address drew enthusiastic support from New York State Conservative Party Chairman Gerard “Gerry” Kassar, who said the speech offered a compelling choice for the nation’s future.