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Suspended Suffolk County Police Officer Indicted for Sexually Assaulting Two Women While Off Duty & Running Brothels
Suspended Suffolk County Police Officer Indicted for Sexually Assaulting Two Women While Off Duty & Running Brothels
Brentwood Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Rape
A 23-year-old Brentwood man was sentenced to 20 years in prison for forcibly raping and sexually abusing his girlfriend and then stealing her electronic devices to prevent her from calling for help.
Suffolk County Police Respond to Foul Odor, Find Concealed Corpse in a Suitcase
Huntington man sexually assaults woman then falls asleep on top her causing asphyxia due to torso compression and smothering.
I Saw Sinners: AMC Offering $7 Tuesday Matinees for Members (Free to Sign-Up!)
Having raked in over $320 million against a $90 budget, unheard of for all non-Tarantino filmmakers cranking out original IP these days, the film does true damage in the best sense possible by way of director Ryan Coogler.
EMS Hero Louis Valentino Honored for 71 Years of Unwavering Service
The South Shore Press continues its coverage of local heroes as part of Emergency Medical Services Recognition Week.
South Shore Servers Celebrate US Senate Passing No Tax On Tips
This week the legislation passed 100-0 on the floor of the US Senate by unanimous consent. The House is likely to pass the bill and President Trump will sign it.
Thunderbirds: Assemble! US Air Force Jets Fly Over Jones Beach En Route to MacArthur
Before they made their way to Suffolk County, the jets offered a taste of what was to come for Jones Beachgoers, with the Thunderbirds returning as the official headliners of this Memorial Day Weekend’s two-day airshow.
YMCA Marketing VP: Huntington YMCA carnival will help ‘fund camp and program support for local families’
The Huntington YMCA will host its annual Memorial Day weekend carnival from May 23 to May 26, with proceeds supporting the YMCA’s scholarship fund to help local families send their children to camp.
The Center Moriches Fire Department Receives National Life Group’s Do Good Heroes Award
The Center Moriches Fire Department is doing great things and making the region proud!
Center Moriches Eighth Graders Present Community Projects
Center Moriches eighth grade students put their work from the International Baccalaureate (IB) research in a Gallery Walk and Showcase for all to see.
Death by Stabbing: Woman Indicted for Brutally Butchering Ex-Lover Near Bay Shore Train Station
Nikeya Barker, 44, was charged with Murder in the Second Degree for fatally stabbing her former love interest, Shurvell Rush, Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney announced.
South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk Earns Prestigious Award for Reporting Excellence
The Public Relations Professionals of Long Island honored Mr. Chartuk with their “Outstanding Media Professional Award” at a ceremony at the Westbury Manor.
Councilwoman Bonner honors local heroes at Rocky Point Fire Department dinner
Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio attended the Rocky Point Fire Department's 68th Annual Installation Dinner on May 17th.
25 to Life: Patchogue Felon Convicted of Shooting into Mastic Beach Home
The 58-year-old repeat offender was convicted in a jury trial of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, DA Tierney announced on May 16th.
Suffolk Celebrates EMS Appreciation Week
They save lives, and this week we officially appreciate them.
Brookhaven Town Clerk hosts mobile office tour at Sachem Public Library
Farmingville, NY – On May 8th, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle continued his 2025 Mobile Office tour at the Sachem Public Library in Holbrook.
Eleanor Weeks Named 2025 Senior Citizen of Distinction
Decades of service wins it for Eleanor Weeks
DeStefano and Murray Host “Shed the Meds” Event at Longwood Library
Suffolk residents shed their meds.
From Long Island to Louisville: Patricia Poggi Proves One Pair of Pajamas Can Change a Life
Suffolk woman to Kentucky on PJ mission.
Little Red Shed Opens at Avery Homestead, Launching a New Chapter in Historic Preservation
A little red shed just opened in East Patchogue—and it’s helping preserve 270 years of local history.
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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.