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Nov 19, 2024

Youth Summit Inspires the Next Generation of Healthcare Leaders

The Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, in collaboration with its Black Men in White Coats chapter, hosted the second annual Black Men in White Coats Youth Summit on November 14. The event aimed to inspire students to pursue careers in healthcare by providing exposure, mentorship, and resources.

Nov 19, 2024

Copiague man receives 17-year sentence for raping stepdaughter

A Copiague man has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for the rape of his 9-year-old stepdaughter.

Nov 19, 2024

Town officials explore history at Longwood Estate

Town Clerk Kevin LaValle and Councilman Michael Loguercio recently visited Longwood Estate in Ridge as part of the "Talking History with the Town Clerk" series.

Nov 18, 2024

Media Meltdown Over Zeldin EPA Nod

Embarrassingly repudiated by the election of Donald Trump in record numbers, the mainstream media has taken to nitpicking every cabinet nomination the President-Elect is making.

Nov 18, 2024

Another Week, Another Busted Car Meet: 'Wannabee Racecar Drivers' Arrested at Ronkonkoma Train Station

On Saturday, Nov. 16th at approximately 10:15 p.m., uniformed officers of the recently-formed Suffolk County Police Street Takeover Task Force converged upon a scene that formed at Ronkonkoma Train Station.

Nov 18, 2024

Mastic Beach Volunteer Ambulance Company is Looking for New Members

Mastic Beach Volunteer Ambulance Company is Looking for New Members

Nov 18, 2024

From the Newsroom: DOGE to Destroy the Bloated Bureaucracy

Prior to joining the South Shore Press, it was a privilege and honor to work as Mr. Ramaswamy's presidential campaign spokesman and Deputy Communications Director.

Nov 18, 2024

Bella Capri, Music Star

The audience was in awe when the young lady stepped up to the microphone and belted out the National Anthem. Her tone was incredible, and her voice was clear and powerful, especially when she kicked it up with an octave to reach "rockets red glare."

Nov 18, 2024

Shelter Island man indicted for child exploitation charges

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the indictment of Juan Chuquimarca Guzman, a 20-year-old resident of Shelter Island, for charges related to promoting and possessing a sexual performance by a child.

Nov 18, 2024

Felon sentenced to life after being found guilty of weapon possession

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Tremayne Winfield, aged 39 from Amityville, has been sentenced to 17 years to life in prison.

Nov 18, 2024

William Floyd Colonials aim for historic 15th Suffolk County title

The William Floyd Colonials varsity football team is set to compete for their 15th Suffolk County Championship.

Nov 18, 2024

Brookhaven Lab Honors 2024 Science & Technology Award Winners

At the U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory, the 2024 Science & Technology Awards were presented to recognize distinguished contributions to the Laboratory's science and technology objectives. The recipients included individuals from various departments who have made significant advancements in their respective fields.

Nov 18, 2024

Brentwood man indicted for shooting into Central Islip home

Joaquin Orantes Franco, a 42-year-old resident of Brentwood, has been indicted on charges including Criminal Possession of a Weapon and Reckless Endangerment.

Nov 18, 2024

Farmingville man sentenced to 18 years for assaulting estranged wife

A Farmingville man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for the violent assault and rape of his estranged wife.

Nov 17, 2024

Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Show up in Big Way for Deadly Orange County Wildfire

Suffolk County volunteer firefighters came to the aid of Orange County with roughly 20 different fire departments mobilizing to help fight the Jennings Wildfire at Greenwood Lake.

Nov 16, 2024

Man on the Street Asks Residents About the Beechwood Protect

About 400 residents turned out to hear the latest about the Beechwood effort to rebuild the Neighborhood Road Business District in Mastic Beach. Here's what they had to say about the revitalization project. 

Nov 16, 2024

Smooth Parking at the American Legion

Parking at the American Legion Post in Mastic Beach just got smoother thanks to generous donations from local companies in an effort coordinated by area officials.

Nov 15, 2024

'The Crucible' Comes to Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High

Based on Arthur Miller's Tony Award-winning play of the same name, "The Crucible' was also adapted to the silver screen in 1996. Starring Daniel-Day Lewis and Winona Ryder, the film—and the stage text upon which it was based—have both seen steady action as part of English class curriculum over the following decades. 

Nov 15, 2024

A Bazaar in St. James: 'Sons of Norway' Welcomes All this Saturday

The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. James Lutheran Church. Having expanded beyond their Norwegian origins in the decades since its formation, Johnson says the upcoming lodge gathering will be more akin to a Scandinavian Music Festival.

Nov 15, 2024

Bay Shore man indicted for possession of child sexual abuse materials

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the indictment of Richard L. Wolffe, Jr., a 39-year-old resident of Bay Shore, for allegedly possessing and uploading images and videos depicting the sexual abuse of children.

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Brookhaven Clerk LaValle Attends the Centereach/ Selden Civic Association Monthly Meeting

Mr. Lavalle also spoke about service improvements made by the town clerk’s office and engaged with civic members.


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Pickles & Paws 2025: New York’s Largest Animal Adoption Festival Launches This Spring in Yaphank

Connect with s furry friend at New York’s largest adoption event.


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Stay Melo: HOF Knicks Star Plugs Cannabis Brand in Farmingdale

Strain Stars will welcome the perennial All-Star on Saturday, April 19th for 1-3 p.m. meet and greets.