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Feb 7, 2024

Rafay Cheema is the Rotary Student of the Month

Suffolk Legislator Jim Mazzarella joined with fellow Rotary Club members, Dr. Fred Miller and Josephine Piech, in recognizing William Floyd High School's Rafay Cheema as Rotary Student of the Month.

Feb 7, 2024

Jake's 58 Supports Community Events

The Boomer Esiason Foundation raises money for awareness, research, and support for the Cystic Fibrosis community. Learn more about the Boomer Esiason Foundation: https://www.esiason.org/(https://www.esiason.org/)

Feb 7, 2024

Suffolk County Water Authority Hosts Official Forum

Meeting at the authority's Education Center in Hauppauge, the officials engaged in crucial discussions on emerging contaminants, aging infrastructure, advanced treatment systems, lead service lines, and efforts to connect homes to the public water system.

Feb 7, 2024

Romaine Names Police Leadership Team

Continuing in the role as acting commissioner will be Robert Waring, who took over the department after the November departure of Rodney Harrison, the Steve Bellone administration's top cop. Romaine announced Kevin Catalina, a Suffolk Sheriff's Department undersheriff, as a deputy police commissioner, along with Belinda Alvarez-Groneman, a retired county police detective.

Feb 7, 2024

Brookhaven Celebrates Early Spring Prediction at Holtsville Hal's Groundhog Day Event

Among those in attendance were Brookhaven Town Councilman Michael A. Loguercio Jr., Deputy Supervisor Neil Foley, Town Clerk Kevin J. LaValle, and Daniel P. Losquadro, Superintendent of Highways. A sense of camaraderie and excitement marked the gathering as attendees eagerly awaited Holtsville Hal's forecast.

Feb 7, 2024

Stephanie Bontempi Spearheads New Era for Suffolk's Education & Diversity

Legislator Stephanie Bontempi has been named chair of the Education and Diversity Committee, with Legislator James Mazzarella serving as vice chair. This committee is tasked with a wide range of responsibilities, from overseeing Suffolk County Community College to managing diversity initiatives across the county.

Feb 7, 2024

Large Scale Mass Casualty Drill

Place:  East Patchogue Area (IFO) 510 Narragansett Ave.

Feb 7, 2024

Sachem Tobaccus, Early Land Broker

The native people did not subscribe to the concept of land ownership, the divvying up of parcels into private hands. They believed the Earth belonged to all of its inhabitants and were naïve to the intentions of the foreign settlers. This changed when the Montauk Sachem Wyandanch enlisted the help of Lord Lion Gardener to rescue his daughter from the Narragansetts, a hostile tribe from across the Long Island Sound. The Sachem sold a wide swath of land to the Englishman and began approving lots of "accommodation" to the settlers.

Feb 7, 2024

Historic Water Protection Plan Announced

A bipartisan coalition of elected officials, environmentalists, and business and labor leaders assembled Monday in Hauppauge to announce an "historic" plan aimed at protecting Suffolk's water resources. The strategy calls for raising the county's sales tax an eighth of a cent to fund new sewers and upgrade private cesspools.

Feb 7, 2024

Suffolk Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg

Previously in the majority, the Democrats in the Suffolk Legislature are led by Minority Leader Jason Richberg of the 15th District. The Wyandanch lawmaker took some time to talk about his priorities with the South Shore Press.

Feb 5, 2024

Smithtown FD enhances rescue capabilities with new specialized operations vehicle

On February 1, 2020, the Smithtown Fire Department introduced a new vehicle to its fleet.

Jan 31, 2024

Police History Museum Dedicated to 42-Year Veteran

"Tom Smith dedicated a remarkable 42 years of service to both the Suffolk police and the then-Village of Babylon Police Department," noted County Executive Ed Romaine at a dedication ceremony at police headquarters in Yaphank. A true historian at heart, Thomas Smith played a pivotal role in inaugurating the police museum on January 25, 1985, Romaine said.

Jan 31, 2024

From Councilman to Deputy Supervisor: Foley's Journey of Public Service in Brookhaven

Reflecting on his new role, Foley shared, "I was blessed to win by 66% of the vote...after election day, I had a good conversation with supervisor-elect Dan Panico." This conversation was a pivotal moment, leading to his appointment as Deputy Supervisor, a role that Panico previously held. Foley's appointment is not just a step up in his political career but also an embodiment of his decade-long commitment to serving the people of Brookhaven.

Jan 31, 2024

Roads, Parks, and More: Smithtown's Ambitious Plans in 2024 Budget

In the 2024 budget summary, Town of Smithtown Supervisor Edward R. Wehrheim highlighted what he describes as the "town's commitment to balancing fiscal responsibility with enhanced community services." The budget, described by Wehrheim as "structurally balanced, and fiscally prudent," aims to support the quality of life in Smithtown while addressing the challenges of state mandates and rising costs.

Jan 31, 2024

America's Boating Club Elects Officers for 2024

Commander James M. Milton, JN, of East Islip, NY, has been re-elected as Commander for the fourth time.  Elected to serve with Commander Milton is Jeanne Braun, P, from West Islip, NY, as Executive Officer; Michael Boland, AP, of West Islip, NY, as Educational Officer; Steve Potestio, AP, of Holbrook, NY, as Treasurer; William Restmeyer, P, of Bay Shore, NY, as Secretary, and Marie A. Wallach, AP, of Holbrook, NY as Assistant Educational Officer.

Jan 31, 2024

Chad Lennon Steps into Role as Suffolk County's 6th District Legislator

Lennon, a Rocky Point resident, outlined his immediate plans for the district. "The job starts the next day," he stated, emphasizing his readiness to tackle the responsibilities of his new role. Lennon's approach to his duties as a legislator reflects a focus on swift and practical action in response to the district's needs.

Jan 31, 2024

CPS Staffing on Romaine Agenda

Romaine, whose grandson shared a classroom with the East Moriches youngster, promised to backfill vacancies in the department to relieve a heavy workload, a chief complaint of CPS staff. "I'm reaching out to Adelphi, Hofstra, and Stony Brook universities for potential employees through their schools of Social Welfare," Romaine said in an interview with the South Shore Press. "We will do everything in our power to make sure we don't have another tragedy like we suffered with Thomas Valva."

Jan 31, 2024

Lawmaker Wants to Kick Thruway Authority to the Curb

It was 1944 when then New York Governor Thomas E. Dewey kicked off the construction of the Thruway stretching from the Big Apple to Buffalo. Ten years later the first section of Thruway officially opened in 1954, with roads connecting Lowell in Oneida County, to Rochester in Monroe County.

Jan 31, 2024

Win Big, Give Back: Wednesday Bingo Nights Debut at Colonial Youth

Colonial Youth & Family Services is adding excitement to Wednesday evenings with a new Bingo night in Farmingville, launching February 7, 2024, at 1055 Portion Road. This event, introduced by President Pete Costelloe, is about entertainment and supporting essential community services.

Jan 31, 2024

Frank Calabro, Country Doctor

"Doc Senior" was the epitome of a country doctor, a familiar sight making house calls in his big black car. He turned the former Lawson Estate into Bayview Hospital, which he bricked over and doubled in size. For his dedication to his friends and neighbors, the doctor was revered by many and was honored as a Man of the Year.

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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.


NY man sues mortgage lenders over alleged foreclosure fraud and false claims

A New York resident has filed a lawsuit against Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FM Home Loans LLC, and AJ Partners Lending, accusing them of misconduct in handling his mortgage and foreclosure proceedings.


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Brookhaven Leaders Visit Maryhaven’s Yaphank Business Center

Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico and Deputy Supervisor Neil Foley visited the Maryhaven Integrated Business Center (IBC) in Yaphank for a tour of its packaging and assembly operations and to meet with the individuals whose work powers the facility’s success.