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May 28, 2025

Brookhaven Youth Advisory Board joins yacht club for beach cleanup

The Town of Brookhaven Volunteer Youth Advisory Board collaborated with the Mount Sinai Yacht Club to clear litter from Cedar Beach on May 17.

May 28, 2025

Legislators Announce $4.5 Million for Bellport Revitalization

Legislators Deliver $4.5 million for Bellport.

May 28, 2025

William Floyd teachers honor military-bound graduates

The William Floyd United Teachers (WFUT) recently recognized students from the William Floyd High School Class of 2025 who have committed to joining the United States military post-graduation.

May 27, 2025

Suffolk County Executive Warns of Scam Bilking Seniors

Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina joined Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine warning Suffolk County residents of a new scam

May 27, 2025

Sayville Elementary Schoolers Celebrate First Responders

The annual first responders parade honored family members and friends of Sunrise Drive students who serve.

May 27, 2025

Public Relations Professionals of Long Island Celebrates 2025 Award Winners

Longtime South Shore Press News Reporter Robert Chartuk is among the many professionals honored

May 27, 2025

Proposed East Moriches Cemetery to Be Open to All Faiths, Developer Says

Breaking news on plan to build massive East Moriches cemetery.

May 27, 2025

Community Honors Sacrifice and Tradition at Mastic Beach’s 75th Memorial Day Parade

Huge turnout for the 75th Annual Mastic Beach Memorial Day Parade.

May 27, 2025

Long Tradition of Remembrance Continues in Mastic

Honoring the fallen in Mastic.

May 27, 2025

Veterans Going Strong After 75 Years

Today and 75 years ago in Mastic Beach.

May 27, 2025

Center Moriches Honors Those Who Gave All

All gave some, but some gave all.

May 26, 2025

Perennial Eyesore No More in Mastic Beach

Work is underway to rid Mastic Beach of a perennial eyesore.

May 26, 2025

Diocese Of Rockville Centre Announces Eucharistic Congress And Diocesan Pilgrimages As Part Of National Eucharistic Revival

The Diocese of Rockville Centre is excited to announce a major event in its ongoing participation in the National Eucharistic Revival: a Diocesan Eucharistic Congress, to be held on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at St. Anthony’s High School in Huntington, NY.

May 26, 2025

VFW Post 6249 Hosting Two Big Events

The 4TH Annual PFC Joseph P Dwyer Ptsd Memorial 5K Run will take place on Saturday, May 31st, 2025.

May 23, 2025

Brookhaven Residents Invited to Go Green at Free Recycling Event with Councilwoman Bonner

Councilwoman Jane Bonner invites Brookhaven residents to participate in an upcoming Community Recycling Event on Friday, May 31st, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center, located in Mount Sinai.

May 23, 2025

Editorial: Trio Of Progressive “Reform” Bills Will Result In The Release Of Thousands Of Violent Criminals And Put All New Yorkers In Danger

With the budget fight over, New York’s progressive legislators are now pushing a trio of bills— the Second Look Act, Elder Parole, and the Earned Time Act—that will fling open prison doors, putting thousands of violent criminals back on our streets.

May 23, 2025

Suffolk County allocates $20M for new sewer district in Mastic Beach

Farmingville, NY - On May 21, 2025, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Daniel J. Panico received a $20 million check from Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine.

May 23, 2025

Dominick Thorne: A Legislator on a Mission to Honor Suffolk’s EMS Heroes

Legislator Dominick Thorne is leading the charge to recognize and strengthen Suffolk’s EMS system—while still answering emergency calls himself.

May 23, 2025

Comfort Has Four Paws: Huck the Therapy Dog Brings Relief to First Responders

In a county where emergency calls never seem to stop, comfort comes on four paws.

May 23, 2025

Library Partnership Tunes Into Ham Radio for Learning and Connection

Waves of Connection: Library and Radio Club Team Up to Tune In a New Generation

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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.


Sports

Pat-Med introduces their new mascot

Patchogue-Medford High School was overflowing with school spirit, unity, and pride during its recent pep rally, an event that brought together students, staff, and families in celebration of Raider Nation.


Local

Moriches Teen Reported Missing

Suffolk County Police Seventh Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help to locate a Moriches teen who was reported missing Friday.