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Nov 4, 2024

Flecker Gallery hosts Jeremiah Teipen's exhibition on digital-physical interplay

The Flecker Gallery at Suffolk County Community College is set to present an exhibition featuring the works of artist Jeremiah Teipen.

Nov 3, 2024

Army Veteran Bill Biondi

Keeping the Army rolling during the Vietnam War was Army mechanic Bill Biondi of Mastic Beach. The Specialist 4th Class was drafted right out of high school in 1968 and went to work on tanks, jeeps, armored personnel carriers—anything in the motor pool that aided the war effort.

Nov 3, 2024

Amy Thomas, Woman of Distinction

Honored as a Woman of Distinction was Amy Thomas, a dedicated 26-year volunteer with South Country Ambulance, having joined in 1998 when she was just 18. She has since proven to be a devoted volunteer who gives her time freely and works to constantly advance her EMS education and career while serving her community. Amy has been a New York State EMT-B for 21 years while climbing through the ranks to become the department's chief of administration, a position she has held since 2010. This title makes her the third in command of the busiest EMS agency in the Town of Brookhaven and the seventh busiest EMS agency in Suffolk County.

Nov 3, 2024

Fire Fears Grow as Long Island Suffers Drought

With little rainfall in the last few weeks, Long Island has been facing moderate drought conditions, increasing the risk of brush fires and making farming more difficult.

Nov 3, 2024

Farm-to-Table Movement at North Meets South Fair

Enjoying a beautiful fall weekend, residents turned out for the North Meets South Fair at the Suffolk County Farm in Yaphank.

Nov 2, 2024

County to Take Over Great Gun Beach

Plans are underway to transfer operations of Fire Island's Great Gun Beach from Brookhaven Town to Suffolk County.

Nov 2, 2024

Neighborhood Road Project in Mastic Beach is Moving Forward

The Town of Brookhaven selected the Beechwood Organization as the Master Developer for the Neighborhood Road Project in Mastic Beach back in October 2021. Now, the project is moving forward with the unveiling of the Master Plan draft.

Nov 1, 2024

Honoring Our Veterans

With Veterans Day coming up on November 11, the South Shore Press highlights those who served.

Nov 1, 2024

Get Set to "Fall Back," Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday

The hour of sleep we lost in the spring will be returned early Sunday morning as Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends. The annual "fall back" happens at 2 a.m., so it is recommended that everyone reset their clocks Saturday night before they go to bed.

Nov 1, 2024

'Christmas Eve' on Nov. 7 in Deer Park! Cinematic Love Letter to Smithtown Headed to Regal

A locally shot film will premiere at Regal Deer Park on Nov. 7.

Nov 1, 2024

Town demolishes "zombie house" in Mastic Beach for open space preservation

On October 29, the Town of Brookhaven took action to demolish a "zombie house" at 18 Overlook Drive in Mastic Beach.

Nov 1, 2024

Suffolk County Crime Prevention Community Forum Coming Up

Suffolk County Crime Prevention Community Forum Coming Up

Nov 1, 2024

The Peninsula's First Inhabitants

Long before English settlers arrived in 1655, Unkechaug Indians prospered for several millennia along the shores of the Mastic Peninsula. The lush environment provided a rich bounty of food and the materials needed to build their homes and create the necessities for a comfortable life.

Oct 31, 2024

Main Street Taken Over by Goblins

Witches, vampires, pirates, and ghouls in all manners of crazy costumes took over Main Street in Center Moriches for the annual "March of the Goblins" sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches.

Oct 31, 2024

Suffolk County PBA and Legislator Lennon Host Veterans Clothing Drive until November 22

Suffolk County PBA and Legislator Lennon Host Veterans Clothing Drive until November 22

Oct 31, 2024

Another Wreck at Infamous Turn

The sharp curve on Montauk Highway between East and Center Moriches was the scene of an early morning accident Wednesday involving two Kias. The infamous County Road 80 turn has seen many accidents over the years, many fatal.

Oct 31, 2024

Happy Tastes Good in Mastic-Shirley: Local Leaders Partake in New DQ Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

The ribbon-cutting ceremony took a deftly assisting Supervisor Panico tapping in on giant scissor duty for Ben to "give it a bit of that 'Brookhaven Snap,'" a quip which spawned raucous chuckles. Afterward, the Bathija's invited the leaders on a tour of the kitchen, where obligatory drive-thru-side photo ops ensued.

Oct 31, 2024

Brooklyn man indicted after stunt driving injures bystander

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the indictment of Matthew Mitchell, a 20-year-old Brooklyn resident, for charges including Assault in the Second Degree.

Oct 30, 2024

Big Brookhaven Paving Project Completed

Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich have announced the completion of a significant road paving project in East Setauket, New York. The project involved resurfacing 16 roads located north of Route 347, off Pond Path.

Oct 30, 2024

East Setauket completes $762K road paving project led by Brookhaven officials

Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich have announced the completion of a significant road paving project in East Setauket, New York.

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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.