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Murder in the Second Degree: Mastic Man Convicted of Killing Friend
According to the Suffolk County DA's Office, James Brown, 45, of Mastic, was found guilty of murdering his longtime friend Ulmar Eliquhir, also 45 and of Mastic, in Nov. 2023.
Long Island Pension Fraudster Caught by State Comptroller
The son of a Long Island state pensioner plead guilty this week to identity theft in connection with his theft of nearly $80,000 in pension payments.
SWR Lacrosse Host Lax Out Cancer
This week before the Shoreham-Wading River vs. Comsewogue lacrosse game the Shoreham-Wading River High School community came together for the 16th Annual Lax Out Cancer fundraiser.
The Dragons Keep the Island Theme
The New York Dragons have added the first two players to their roster, and it is completely on brand for the new, exciting team.
Brooklyn residents sue NYPD for false arrest and malicious prosecution after drug raid
A lawsuit has been filed against several members of the New York City Police Department, accusing them of false arrest and malicious prosecution.
New York man sues medical device company over injuries from allegedly defective vein filter implant
A New York resident has filed a lawsuit against major medical device company Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), along with its subsidiaries C.R. Bard, Inc., and Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc., alleging severe injuries from a defective medical implant.
Wall of Shame: Sheriff Toulon Takes Suffolk's Top 10 Deadbeat Dads to Task
Ahead of Mother's Day , Sheriff Toulon delivered a timely press conference at the Yaphank Correctional Facility—where an aptly-named "wall of shame" now stands.
William Floyd Athletic Department celebrates student-athletes on signing day
The William Floyd Athletic Department recently held its annual senior signing day ceremony to honor 19 student-athletes who will continue their sports careers at the collegiate level.
William Floyd senior receives East End Counselors Association Scholarship
William Floyd High School senior Maisy Miller has been awarded the East End Counselors Association Scholarship.
Supervisor Panico and Councilman Manzella Help Kick Off the 2025 Bald Hill Fair
The fair runs through May 18 and offers rides, games, shows, and activities for all ages.
Temperatures Are Rising, but Gas Prices Have Not
Temperatures Are Rising, but Gas Prices Have Not
Record $254 Billion State Budget Passed Amid Criticism Over Spending and Transparency
Local officials recoil from record $254 billion state budget.
DOGE Report: 500,000 Government Credit Cards Deactivated
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) deactivated 500,000 government credit cards.
The Rockies Are Bad - Which Is Good
Last year sports bettors were able to jump on the anti-Chicago White Sox bandwagon early and they kept firing against the worst team in league history over and over thinking we'd never see something like this again.
NCAA Lacrosse Is Filled with William Floyd Alumni
When you're building a successful sports program, it goes beyond just wins and losses. Many indicators have to be included with successful student athletes after they leave the school chief among the vital aspects to show how successful the program is.
Shoreham-Wading River hosts annual Lax Out Cancer game supporting local families
The Shoreham-Wading River High School community gathered on May 10 for the 16th Annual Lax Out Cancer fundraiser.
Bald Hill Fair opens with ribbon-cutting by local officials
On May 8, 2025, Supervisor Dan Panico and Councilman Neil Manzella inaugurated the Bald Hill Fair with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Catholic Health Amphitheater in Farmingville, New York.
Philip Arwood Byler, 74, Attorney Dedicated to Public Service
He was in the thick of the Bush “Hanging Chad” election.
Suffolk DA Blasts Governor Hochul and Albany Politicians for "Watering Down" Crime Reform Laws
Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney says Governor Kathy Hochul’s “watered-down” discovery law changes fall short of meaningful reform.
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Record Setting Maggie McCormick Competes at Nationals
The Bay Shore Schools Board of Education recently recognized and congratulated girls varsity cross country standout Maggie McCormick for her outstanding achievements on the track and on the national stage. McCormick, who has committed to the University of Florida, was honored for her performance at the Nike Cross Country Nationals, one of the most prestigious high school running events in the country.
Ducks Have First Signing of 2026
The Long Island Ducks have announced the team’s first signing of 2026, welcoming Major League veteran outfielder Jacob Robson. Robson will begin his first season with the Ducks, his second in the Atlantic League, and his 10th season in professional baseball.
The King is Back in the South Shore Press
The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.