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Career Day at Blue Point Elementary School
Parents, grandparents, and community members visited kindergarten through fifth grade classrooms to share their respective career paths.
Motorcyclist Killed in Crash
Police said William Sarubbi was driving a 2014 Suzuki motorcycle eastbound on the Long Island Expressway, just east of exit 68, when he collided with the back of a 2024 Ford F250 pickup truck being driven by Derick Perez.
Local Artists on Display at Center Moriches Library
Members of the Moriches Bay Art Alliance are showing off their work at the Center Moriches Library. Visitors can enjoy interpretations of nearby landmarks and scenes of the seaside community through the eyes of the people who live here. The Alliance invites creatives from all disciplines to support each other and their crafts through discussion, critique, and artist opportunities. Check them out on Facebook.
William Floyd High School 'Acabellas' Make it to Finals for Rockefeller Center Competition
William Floyd High School 'Acabellas' made it to the finals of the NBC 4/Telemundo 47 Star Choir Competition. The winners of the Star Choir Competition perform at the Tree Lighting in Rockefeller Center.
Amityville Man Sentenced to 17 Years to Life in Prison for Weapon Possession
“The sentence handed down to this defendant reflects the gravity of his offenses and our commitment to removing dangerous individuals from our streets,” said District Attorney Tierney.
Councilwoman Bonner attends peace pole dedication at local school
On November 18, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended a ceremony at Joseph A. Edgar Intermediate School in Rocky Point for the dedication of a Peace Pole.
True Peace Nail Lounge opens in Rocky Point
On November 15, Councilwoman Jane Bonner marked the grand opening of True Peace Nail Lounge, Hair Salon and Spa in Rocky Point.
Finishing Touches on New Library Parking
The finishing touches are being done on the new parking lot at the Center Moriches Library. Visitors will enjoy 55 more places to park and improvements to the existing lot.
Bright Lights Herald the Holiday Season
A sure sign that the Holiday Season is upon us is the display of colorful lights. The folks at Giannini Lighting were busy wiring up Drifters in Middle Island last week.
Suffolk County Police Department Presents Annual Turkey Giveaway
Suffolk County Police Department Presents Annual Turkey Giveaway
Brookhaven Labs Scientists Discover Lasers Can Cast Shadows Under Specific Conditions
Researchers have discovered that under specific conditions, a laser beam can cast a shadow, challenging traditional views on light and shadows. This finding could pave the way for new technologies where one laser beam controls another.
Third graders at Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary Honor Local Veterans with Special Ceremony
Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School recently held a ceremony to honor local veterans, organized by the third-grade students. The event involved researching the six branches of the U.S. Armed Forces and writing thank you letters to veterans. Students from all grades contributed to a "Woodhull Wall of Honor," displaying photos of local veterans against an American flag backdrop.
Tangier Smith Elementary Partners with William Floyd High School CTE programs
Tangier Smith Elementary School fifth-grade students recently engaged in a collaborative learning experience with the William Floyd High School's Cosmetology and Barbering academies. This initiative is part of the high school's Career and Technology Education (CTE) program.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mastic Beach Volunteer Ambulance Company is Looking for New Members
Mastic Beach Volunteer Ambulance Company is Looking for New Members
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.
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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.
Suffolk GOP Passes Term Limit Preservation Act in Response to State Election Mandate
It’s war between the Suffolk Republicans and Albany Democrats over controlling local elections.
Suffolk County SPCA Charges Bay Shore Woman With Animal Cruelty
Over the weekend, detectives from the Suffolk County SPCA charged a Bay Shore woman with animal cruelty charges.