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Former employee alleges pregnancy discrimination against Taco Bell
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Taco Bell, alleging pregnancy discrimination and wrongful termination.
100-Year-Old Navy Vet and Author Visits Great Hollow Middle School
Just ahead of his appearance on Mon. Dec. 2nd in Smithtown, Dr. Jack Weber told The South Shore Press the key to good, long living is one-fold: golfing.
Massapequa “Porch Pirate” Scam Reminds Holiday Shoppers to Keep Their Passwords on Lock
National headlines have come to an unduly targeted touchstone of Long Island suburbia once again, thanks to the annually infuriating “porch pirate” infestation.
Bayport-Blue Point HS Takes it Personally: Outdoor Wellness Center Unveiled
The Bayport-Blue Point school district held a ribbon-cutting on Monday, Nov. 25th to unveil the outdoor portion of its wellness center built to operate as a sanctuary for students to combat their inner turmoil.
Pet Shops Sue to Stop the Puppy Mill Pipeline Act
A lawsuit has been filed claiming the Puppy Mill Pipeline Act set to go into effect across New York State on December 15 is unconstitutional.
Lawmaker Files a Bill to Stop the Puppy Mill Pipeline Act
New York’s Puppy Mill Pipeline Act is set to go into effect December 15 and many are now having second thoughts about its implementation.
New York is Overdosing on Taxpayer-Sponsored Medicaid
New York State taxpayers are being bled dry by the State’s bloated Medicaid and Essential health care plans.
Christmas Parade
Chamber of Commerce of the Mastics & Shirley 53rd Annual Christmas Parade
Friends Don’t Let Friends Shop at Big Box Stores
Friends don’t let friends shop at ‘Big Box’ stores say the small business owners in our community. Buy Local. Shop Local.
Chamber Flips Holiday Switch
The Chamber of Commerce of the Mastics & Shirley flipped the switch on the holiday season at their annual Community Tree Lighting.
Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest diesel during week ending Nov. 30
1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Nov. 30, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Cheapest regular gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Nov. 30
7 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Nov. 30, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Tierney Cracks Down on Retail Theft
Anyone with sticky fingers this holiday season be forewarned: the District Attorney’s Retail Protection Partnership is cracking down on shoplifting in a big way.
Panico Throws Gauntlet on Long Island’s Garbage Crisis
"It’s time for solutions and the leaders of New York State to get their heads out of the clouds, their feet on the ground, and come to solutions based in reality,” exclaimed Brookhaven’s Dan Panico.
Shop Local is the Community Mantra
Residents are enthused about shopping local and supporting community businesses this holiday season. Here’s what they told the South Shore Press Man on the Street.
Hallockville Museum Farm director of holiday tours: 'It should be just a jolly good time'
With new additions like strolling carolers, Historic Holidays at Hallockville will offer free family entertainment while providing a glimpse of Christmas past on Sunday, Dec. 8, from 12 to 4 p.m.
Long Island music director on Huntington holiday event: 'It's not your traditional concert'
The Long Island Philharmonia (LIP) is inviting fans of all ages to join the orchestra for a holiday sing-along on Sunday, Dec. 8, at the Huntington Public Library Station Branch.
Deputy director on Winter Welcome Day at Parrish Art Museum: 'It's just a fun day'
The Parrish Art Museum will host a Winter Welcome Day & Holiday Market on Saturday, Dec. 7, offering family-friendly activities and an opportunity for last-minute artisan shopping.
O'Connell on holiday folk concert in Stony Brook: 'We'll have the audience sing with us'
The Mountain Maidens, a trio on a mission to preserve folk music from Irish ballads to Appalachian tunes, will bring their interactive holiday concert to the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame on Sunday, Dec. 22.
Carpenter on Islip's many holiday events: 'something for everyone'
The Town of Islip Holiday Market will return on Saturday, Dec. 7, after a successful debut in 2023. The market will be part of a festive day that includes the annual Santa Parade, Christmas tree lighting, and the holiday lights drive-thru.
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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.
Hochul record, Commie Mamdani backing, cost her dearly in polls
“Bending the knee” to Commie Mandami costing Gov. Hochul.
Long Island Expressway restoration project is finally over!
A six-mile stretch of the Long Island Expressway has been restored.