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Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending June 14
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 14.
Cheapest regular gas found in Suffolk County during week ending June 14
1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Councilwoman Kesnig attends ribbon-cutting at Long Island Game Farm
Brookhaven Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig recently participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly renovated Woodland Trail at the Long Island Game Farm.
Matthew Zoll Memorial: "(He) …developed a Severe Form of Schizophrenia"
The departed Sound Beach resident who made headlines for killing his father was memoralized in a Christian mass ceremony on Saturday, June 14th, a day ahead of Father's Day.
Islip Terrace Man Indicted for Fentanyl, Cocaine Possession Amidst Three Young Children
Williams, 39, of Islip Terrace, and girlfriend Keirsten Escobar were also both charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Suffolk County DA Ray Tierney announced.
Suffolk County Water Authority: A Century of Safeguarding a Vital Resource
The South Shore Press takes a look at the history of the Suffolk Water Authority.
Suffolk County West Robins Oyster Company Wins State Agriculture Grant
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that 19 farm and food organizations are being awarded a total of $13.7 million through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Grant Program.
Suffolk County Smoking Quit Line Celebrates 25 Years of Success
Suffolk County Smoking Quit Line Celebrates 25 Years of Success
While Protesters Burn the U.S. Flag, Mastic Beach Honored It in Special Ceremony
Don’t burn it, treat it properly.
Violent Rage, Meet Consequence: DA Tierney Announces “25 to Life” for Mastic Murderer
Convicted last month for killing his longtime friend, James Brown, 45, of Mastic was formally sentenced on Monday, June 16th.
Village of Port Jefferson Cup Regatta to Set Sail for Pancreatic Cancer Research
The 16th annual Village Cup Regatta, a friendly competition between Mather Hospital and the Village of Port Jefferson, will set sail on Saturday, September 6, 2025.
Father’s Navy Jacket Brings Back Memories of World War II
World War II jacket brings back memories on Father’s Day.
Mastic Beach Resident is 100 YEARS YOUNG!
Suffolk County Legislator Jim Mazzarella (R-3rd District) held an event to celebrate the 100th birthday of one his district’s treasured residents, Catherine “Kitty” Walsh.
Gene Gerrard celebrates his 103rd birthday with U.S. Rep. Claudia Tenney and former Brookhaven Councilman Charles Lefkowitz.
Hometown Hero Hits 103
Salvadorian National Pleads Guilty to Stabbing at Copiague Deli
A Salvadorian national, Gherson Lopez, 29, pleaded guilty to Manslaughter in the First Degree for fatally stabbing 34-year-old Jose Argueta-Canales outside of a Copiague deli.
A Familiar Face Steps Up: Lonna Castro Named Director of Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library
Meet the new library director
Betesh on LVIS Fair in East Hampton: 'It's a great day for everyone'
One of East Hampton’s longest-running summer traditions returns Saturday, June 14, as the Ladies’ Village Improvement Society hosts its 130th annual LVIS Fair—a major community fundraiser featuring family activities, local vendors, food trucks and live entertainment.
Here’s to clean water in Suffolk.
In a major public health milestone, the Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) announced it has achieved full compliance with federal drinking water standards for toxic PFAS chemicals—six years ahead of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2031 deadline.
Price Tag Revealed, Sticker Shock from $7.2 Million Mastic-Shirley Station Reno
Eyes popped when the cost breakdown of the new Mastic-Shirley Train Station was revealed.
Manorville Community Ambulance Honored for Service, Generosity During EMS Appreciation Week
They save lives and now are being recognized for their volunteer service.
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Bo Knows Fantasy
This week, the New York Mets lost out on Kyle Tucker and quickly pivoted to Bo Bichette, and for fantasy purposes, this is an absolute win for Bichette managers and those targeting the star. You will hear talk that Bichette is switching positions, and long term that is why some teams were hesitant to commit to lengthy contracts, but for fantasy players, that should not matter at all.
Ex-Giants and Jets Wife Runs for Congress
The wife of former New York Giants and New York Jets wide receiver Plaxico Burress has announced her run for New Jersey’s 9th Congressional District. Attorney and former Penn State athlete Tiffany Burress is seeking the seat currently held by Rep. Nellie Pou.
Desai is Now #1 in the Country
Smithtown East High School junior Trishna Desai delivered a historic performance recently, bowling an impressive 804 series. The milestone marked the first 800 series recorded in Suffolk County girls bowling in more than six years, a rare achievement that immediately turned heads across the county. Desai’s remarkable series featured game scores of 268, 279, and 257, showcasing consistency, power, and precision throughout the set.