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Harris Harangued for Hurricane Response
As Long Islanders join in the nationwide effort to gather supplies for those devastated by Hurricane Helene, the federal government's response to the tragedy has become a presidential campaign issue with charges that emergency funds were diverted to support illegal immigrants.
Donald Trump's Triumphant Return to Butler
On October 5th, 2025, Donald Trump returned to Butler, Pennsylvania, a town that months earlier had witnessed a violent attack aimed at the former president. In a shocking moment, Trump had narrowly escaped an assassination attempt by Thomas Matthew Crooks, a self-radicalized 20-year-old gunman.
Civilian Vs. Military Life
Being patient with other people can be difficult. But sometimes we find it even more difficult to be patient with ourselves. We have high expectations and lofty goals. We want to accomplish things now, not later. And, of course, we want our lives to unfold according to our own timetables.
Port Strike on Hold
Workers at America's major ports are back in the job as dock workers consider a 62% wage increase. The offer is good for 90 days as the two sides try to reach an agreement on automation and other issues.
Whale of an Attack on RFK, Jr.
The world witnessed another example of how far the weaponized U.S. government will go to destroy someone who speaks out against it when an investigation was opened on former presidential candidate turned Trump supporter RFK, Jr. for taking a sample of a whale carcass for study 25 years ago.
Shocking New Poll Shows 48% of Democrats Think America Might Be Better Off If Trump Had Been Assassinated
The latest Rasmussen Poll shockingly shows just that shy of half of Democrats polled "could not bring themselves to say that America would not be better off if the opposing party's candidate for president had been assassinated."
Can You Imagine NYS Governor Donald Trump?
I’ve been to many President Trump rallies since the business owner and political outsider famously glided down his Trump Tower escalator on June 16th, 2015.
President Trump: A Mission to Turn NYS Red
Barring a last-minute, massive meltdown of the Kamala Harris campaign, the current Vice President is expected to win the Empire State over President Trump in the 2024 election.
Why Women Stay When They Want to Go: Your Next Read Ahead of Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Jeannie Middleton, of Lindenhurst, published her fifty-page self-help book on July 19, 2022. She spoke with The South Shore Press this week about her greatest intentions.
A Mea Culpa or Another Trump Hit Piece?
This past Friday, I challenged myself to sit through MSNBC's latest documentary, produced by Rachel Maddow, featuring former GOP provocateur Lev Parnas. My initial concern was that simply tuning into the network might subject me to intellectual atrophy, a condition seemingly afflicting Maddow's and Joy Reid's followers. But, much to my surprise, I emerged unscathed. What I endured, however, was two hours of what can best be described as an extended anti-Trump campaign ad—an emotive portrayal of a man eager to paint himself as both the victim and penitent.
President Trump Rally: In Photos
The South Shore Press sent a team of four journalists to cover every angle of the Trump rally in Long Island, literally and figuratively. Here are photos from inside and outside the event.
America's Artist Scott LoBaido Uncensored With the South Shore Press
Scott LoBaido is well known for his love for the American Flag, all things conservative, and his unique use of a canvas to promote his patriotic principles. The Staten Island native has painted Old Glory on everything from houses, roofs, buses, and even police cars.
Would You Sleep in Your Car to be First in Line at the Trump Rally?
While the doors to the President Trump rally at the Nassau Coliseum opened at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, September 18th, rabid MAGA fans sat in line for days, that's right, for days, to be first in line for the "first come, first served" seating.
Red Trump Blaze Lights Long Island
A Red Blaze of Trump fans lit up the Nassau Coliseum as the former president took center stage at a raucous rally in his bid to take back the White House. He entered the arena a conquering hero to his signature song, "God Bless the U.S.A.," as nearly 20,000 packed to the rafters rose to their feet to cheer him on.
Bigger Government Spending, Bigger Problems: An Analysis of the Federal Deficit
In fiscal year 2024 the United States will produce a $1.9 trillion federal deficit, an issue that continues to stir debate among economists and policymakers alike. According to economic analyst Nancy Lazar of Piper Sandler, this deficit is primarily driven by entitlement programs and interest payments, which are now significantly wider than trend and are having ripple effects across the economy. The growing gap between federal spending and revenue is not just a matter of fiscal policy but is having a profound impact on the nation's long-term growth, private investment, and living standards.
Brookhaven Labs Hosts Hybrid Return For Annual NSLS-II & CFN Users' Meeting
After five years of virtual-only gatherings, the annual National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II) and Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) Users' Meeting returned as a combined on-site/remote event. Most of the 531 registrants — representing 32 countries and 140 institutions — participated in person. Held May 13-17 at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory, the meeting focused on the continued growth and impact of NSLS-II and CFN, which are DOE Office of Science user facilities at Brookhaven.
Patient Alleges Negligence Against Federal Healthcare Provider Over Cancer Diagnosis
A medical malpractice lawsuit has been filed against the United States of America, alleging negligence in cancer diagnosis and treatment. On August 22, 2024, Sonia Delcid initiated legal action in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, accusing the Department of Health & Human Services and Hudson River Healthcare Inc. of failing to provide timely and adequate medical care.
Elderly Homeowner Alleges Fraudulent Practices by Solar Companies
A senior homeowner has accused several solar companies of fraud and deceptive practices, bringing a lawsuit that highlights widespread issues in the residential solar panel industry. Claver Campbell filed the complaint on September 5, 2024, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York against Solar Mosaic, LLC; SUNco Capital, LLC; ATTYX Utah LLC; ATTYX LLC; and WebBank.
Americans Stuck in Space
They were supposed to visit the International Space Station for five days, but now it looks like they'll be stuck up there for almost a year as the ship that was supposed to bring them home came back empty. That leaves astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita "Suni" Williams stuck in space.
Candidates Survive Contentious Debate
The much-anticipated tilt between the former president and vice president looking to take the reins of the world's most powerful nation didn't lead to the demise of either candidate—neither side landed a knockout blow—and probably won't move the needle much with the undecided voters so crucial come November 5.
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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.
Patriot Memorial Park honors America’s post-9/11 heroes
A field of flags honors those who fought our nation’s War on Terror.
Socialist Mamdani takes the win as Mayor of New York City
Socialist Zohran Mamdani has won the mayor’s office in the largest city in the United States – New York City.