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Sep 22, 2025

Santos From Behind Bars: Solitary Confinement

I renew my plea to President Trump: intervene. Help me escape this daily torment and let me return to my family.

Sep 21, 2025

Ask Nancy: Medical Directives MOLST & DNR

A living will is another health-related estate planning document you can execute at any time. Living wills provide authorization for your health care proxy agent to withhold or withdraw life-sustaining treatment.

Sep 21, 2025

Honoring Suffolk County’s forgotten souls

Suffolk County organizations came together to ensure that those at rest in Potter’s Field are not forgotten but remembered as part of Suffolk County’s story.

Sep 21, 2025

Mastic Fire Department marks 100 years with Centennial Parade

The South Shore Press was there for the Mastic Fire Department’s 100th Anniversary celebration.

Sep 21, 2025

Romaine Unveils $4.3 Billion Budget to Boost Safety

“This budget is about responsible government that delivers results,” Romaine said.

Sep 21, 2025

If you’re going to have a fire…

If you’re going to have a fire, it helps to have 27 fire departments and ambulance companies nearby.

Sep 21, 2025

William Floyd Excels at 24th Smith Point Bridge 5K

The event showcased William Floyd’s dedication to education, community involvement, and athletic excellence, celebrating both student and teacher achievements in support of literacy programs.

Sep 21, 2025

Brookhaven passes fiscal stress test with flying colors

The Town of Brookhaven has, for the third year in a row, received a perfect Fiscal Stress Score of 0.0 from the New York State Comptroller’s Office

Sep 21, 2025

Giunta’s Meat Farms offers hope in Middle Island’s food desert

Relief on the way for the Coram-Middle Island food desert

Sep 21, 2025

Miller & Caggiano take to the ice for first responders

Hockey players take to the ice to support a good cause.

Sep 20, 2025

SCWA seeks millions in water quality grants

$44 million from the state would go a long way for water quality in Suffolk.

Sep 20, 2025

Hon. Jerry Garguilo, esteemed Suffolk justice, dies at 74

Community shocked by sudden death of Supreme Court Justice Jerry Garguilo.

Sep 20, 2025

Man on the Street: Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension

Kimmel temporarily booted from ABC. Here’s what people said.

Sep 20, 2025

Brookhaven hosts expo showcasing technology and learning at public libraries

The Brookhaven Town Public Libraries Expo, held on September 13 at Town Hall in Farmingville, attracted approximately 1,200 visitors.

Sep 20, 2025

Veterans Day parade to honor Grand Marshal Ina Casali

A Navy veteran has been named as the grand marshal of the East Moriches veterans parade.

Sep 20, 2025

His name is Hamilton: SCPD introduces new thera-pup

Hamilton—a black Labrador Retriever—is the Suffolk County Police Department’s first therapy dog to receive his own police badge.

Sep 20, 2025

Toasted Oysters of Islip to shuck into 2025 Ryder Cup

The company will appear as part of the Taste NY exhibit, setting up near the Cup Pro Shop on Friday, September 26, from 3–7 p.m.

Sep 20, 2025

Suffolk County honors heroes at annual 9/11 naming ceremony

‘We will Never Forget’ was the theme at a recent event honoring 9/11 survivors who later succumbed to 9/11 related diseases.

Sep 20, 2025

Three West Islip sophomores selected for NYSSBA Art Exhibit

Julianne Hall, Megan Murphy, and Skylar Welner will each represent the Lions in this annual showcase, which highlights outstanding student artwork from across New York State

Sep 20, 2025

Holy Angels car show revving up in Patchogue

Rev it up for a good cause: Holy Angels car show comes to Patchogue.

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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.


Opinion

From the Newsroom: The South Shore Press in Butler. PA

After spending a few days in and around Butler, Pennsylvania, with South Shore Press reporter Robert Chartuk, I truly question how one troubled young man was able to fire shots at President Trump at the Butler Farm Fairgrounds.


Sports

Miller Place junior finishes first in NYC

In New York City on a very emotional day last month Nicholas DiCaprio achieved an incredible milestone, finishing in first place in the Adult Male category at the Tunnel to Towers 5K Run.