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Jun 7, 2025

Zuckerman on Long Island's Comedy for a Cause: 'It'll be fun"'

A Bridgehampton nonprofit is aiming to raise funds for college and trade school scholarships with its “Comedy for a Cause” fundraiser on Saturday, June 21.

Jun 6, 2025

Massive Fire at Calverton Recycling Facility Raises Health Concerns; Officials Call for Federal, State Monitoring

South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk covers the Calverton blaze that took 250 firefighters to extinguish.

Jun 6, 2025

Olive Oil! Farmers Market Frenzy Opens Outside Dennison Building in Hauppauge

“I’ve been to a lot of local farmers' markets within the district and without, and I think it’s a great way to invest in local businesses,” Legislator Jason Richberg told the South Shore Press.

Jun 6, 2025

The Long Island Express: A Hurricane’s Wrath on the South Shore

As Hurricane Season begins, the South Shore Press brings you this special feature by reporter Robert Chartuk on the infamous “Long Island Express” storm of 1938.

Jun 6, 2025

Councilwoman Bonner hosts record-breaking recycling event in Mount Sinai

On Saturday, May 31, Councilwoman Jane Bonner organized a Special Recycling Event at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mount Sinai.

Jun 5, 2025

VFW hosts annual 5K run honoring veterans with community support

Farmingville, NY - On May 31st, Councilwoman Jane Bonner participated in the VFW Post 6249 Joseph P. Dwyer 5K Run alongside local veterans, families, and community members.

Jun 4, 2025

Coté on cruise nights at The Shoppes at East Wind: 'People love it'

With summer around the corner, The Shoppes at East Wind in Wading River is expanding its lineup of seasonal events, drawing families, car enthusiasts and local shoppers to its brick-paved grounds.

Jun 4, 2025

EXCLUSIVE: Centereach Ralph’s Speaks with SSP About Egg Bucket Basket Case 

“This is a nice store,” the owner reaffirmed. “This is a happy business for families to have fun at.”

Jun 4, 2025

Leisure Village donates $11K to St. Jude's Hospital; receives town appreciation

Farmingville, NY - On June 2, Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner participated in a presentation at Leisure Village where the Leisure Village Senior Club donated $11,000 to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Jun 4, 2025

Shock Value Shenanigans: Coram Prankster, 21, Charged for Centereach Disturbances

Kyle Vazquez was arrested in Centereach on Monday night at 8:20 p.m., and was charged with three counts of Dissemination of an Unlawful Surveillance Image in the First Degree, three counts of Unlawful Surveillance in the Second Degree, and two counts of Criminal Tampering.

Jun 4, 2025

Groundbreaking held for new senior rental community in Middle Island

On May 30, Supervisor Daniel J. Panico participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for The Villas at Oak Run, a new rental community for those aged 55 and over.

Jun 4, 2025

Town officials join students for 'Sticker Shock' campaign against underage drinking

Supervisor Daniel J. Panico and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich participated in the Town of Brookhaven's annual "Sticker Shock" Campaign on May 30, 2025.

Jun 4, 2025

Supervisor Panico and Councilwoman Kesnig attend property demolition in Mastic Beach

On June 3, 2025, Supervisor Daniel J. Panico and Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig were present at the demolition of a blighted property located at 579 Riviera Drive in Mastic Beach.

Jun 3, 2025

Officials Urge Hurricane Preparedness at Smith Point Press Conference

The big one is coming; are you ready?

Jun 3, 2025

Order in the Court: Law Career Day at Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School 

Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School students recently participated in Law Career Day, which was held on May 22nd.

Jun 3, 2025

Suffolk County School Superintendents Association Recognizes Graduates

The Suffolk County School Superintendents Association hosted its 31 st annual Valedictorians Luncheon at Villa Lombardi in Holbrook

Jun 3, 2025

East Hampton Cocaine Kingpin Convicted

A Brooklyn man, Michael Khodorkovskiy, 45, was sentenced to 10 years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision, Suffolk County DA Ray Tierney announced.

Jun 3, 2025

Patchogue Pride Parade Returns This Sunday with Expanded Mission and New Grand Marshals

Patchogue’s Pride Parade returns Sunday with color, music, and a powerful message of inclusion.

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Education

Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk

Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.


Village of Hempstead sues companies over water contamination

The Village of Hempstead has filed a lawsuit against several corporations, alleging responsibility for contaminating its water supply with hazardous chemicals. The defendants include Win-Holt Equipment Corp., Holtland LLC, and other companies accused of releasing toxic substances into the environment.


AYR sues contractors over alleged fraudulent real estate scheme

AYR International Limited and AYR Real Estate USA, LLC have filed a lawsuit against NYC Special Contractors Inc., DCD Construction, LLC, Igor Akopov, and Denis Portaev, alleging a fraudulent scheme that cost them millions. The plaintiffs accuse the defendants of misappropriating funds from a real estate project in Brooklyn.