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Governor Hochul Blasted for Bigotry on "Black Kids" Comment
Black children in the Bronx don't know what computers are. Those are the exact words from New York Governor Kathy Hochul, who faced fierce and immediate backlash for the racially insensitive comments.
Racing to a New Long Island Record
William Floyd High School junior Zariel Macchia just keeps setting records, and added more to her career this week. Macchia set a new Long Island record when she competed at the "Trials of Miles" event in New York City. Macchia ran a full full mile in just four minutes and forty one seconds to set the new fastest mark. The old record had stood since 1982, and she didn't only beat that time, but beat it by two full seconds. Macchia needed an absolutely stunning final lap to win the event. She trailed late but put up a 66.93 final lap to sprint away from the field en route to the win. Her time of 4:41.37 is a six-second personal best and moved her up to New York No. 6 all-time in the event. Macchia was also scheduled for the 3,000m this past week at the Penn relays. With that she fell into a second-place finish over 3K at the indoor state meet. Her indoor season was largely influenced by her participation in the World Junior XC Championships and also won the 1,000m at that same meet.
Rebuilding Success
The William Floyd Colonials boys' varsity tennis team faced an enormous uphill battle entering this season. So, when they clinched a berth into the Section XI playoff tournament this week the accomplishment was sweeter than most.
Smithtown assists Kings Park with Sunken Meadow Golf Course fire
Smithtown members responded to Kings Park on May 8, 2024, to assist with a structure fire at the Sunken Meadow Golf Course.
Buffet Says Tax Hike Inevitable
"They may decide that someday they don't want the fiscal deficit to be this large because that has some important consequences," Buffet said of the nation's policymakers. "So they may not want to decrease spending, and they may decide they'll take a larger percentage of what we own, and we'll pay it."
Big Change for SSI Recipients
A: The rule has always been that you cannot use trust funds to pay for food for a recipient of Social Security Income (SSI), without causing a reduction in benefits; but this is changing. Effective September 30, 2024, food will no longer be considered "In-Kind Support and Maintenance" (ISM) for SSI purposes. So yes, you will be able to use the money in the supplemental needs trust to buy food for your beneficiary!
CEO Faces Big Backlash For Backing Pro-Hamas Protestors
Andrew Dudum, founder and CEO of Hims, recently posted to X with high praise for the anti-Israel protestors on college campuses across the United States.
Good News for Those Hit With Astronomical Toll By Mail Late Fees
The "Tollpayer Protection Act" passed both the New York State Senate and Assembly and establishes much needed change to how those who do not use an EZ Pass receive toll bills and any associated late fees and fines.
Deborah Williams
Every aspect of our lives is touched by politics and policy whether it be what you can use to kill the weeds in your yard; how clean your drinking water is; to whether America will supply weapons to another country.
Panico Packs Powerful Punch In Fight Against Signs Plastered Across Brookhaven
You can't miss them while driving in and around the South Shore: lawn signs plastered all over the community on light poles and right of ways, pushing everything from power washing to bathtub reglazing to cars for sale.They're not only an eyesore, but they're also placed around town illegally.In an effort to maintain clean communities, Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico led the charge along with local leaders to trash the illegally placed signs and spruce up the area.Supervisor Panico was joined by Highway Superintendent Dan Losquadro, Councilman Neil A Manzella, Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig, Councilman Neil Foley, and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich.The community wide cleanup was a huge success, with public officials nearly filling a 40-yard dumpster.
Extended License Hours if You're Getting Hitched
If you're about to walk down the aisle and take the plunge, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin J. LaValle is making it easier for you to pick up a marriage license.
Mastic Beach Ambulance Company Open House
If you're looking for a family friendly event to take the kids, want to learn more about emergency responders, or are considering becoming a volunteer firefighter, then the Mastic Beach Ambulance Company has an upcoming event for you.
Suffolk County's Top Cop Shares Personal Story on Beating Cancer
Suffolk County Sheriff Dr. Errol D. Toulon Jr. was only 34 years old, then protecting and serving the community as a captain with the NYC Department of Corrections.
Bring on Niagara!
This will be the first time in history that the Niagara Purple Eagles and Stony Brook will meet up. The Purple Eagles earned the automatic qualifier to the NCAA Tournament after defeating No. 22 Fairfield, 11-10, to clinch their first-ever MAAC Championship.
Women Wolves with the W
Drexel didn't make it easy for the Wolves as they stormed out to a 2-0 lead before Stony Brook came fighting back. Clare Levy scored to make it 2-1, but quickly thereafter the Dragons would score again taking a 3-1 lead. A goal by Ellie Masera cut the lead back to one before the break. Drexel continued to score in the 3rd and had a 5-3 lead but Stony Brook never gave up.
Sanders Throwing Hat Into The Ring Again For US Senate
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) announced Monday that he will run for re-election for a fourth term as Senator from Vermont. Sanders first went to the Senate in 2006.
SCPD's Bravest Graduates
The South Shore Press congratulates and thanks the 136 brave men and women who will protect and serve families across Suffolk County, who just graduated from the Suffolk County Police Academy.
Police Will Pay Big Bucks For Social Workers
If you're a social worker with a passion for helping people and want to make a solid salary, the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) is looking to hire you.
Operation Smoke Out Nets Vape Arrests
Suffolk shops selling vape products to minors found out how seriously county officials take such offenses as "Operation Smoke Out," which led to a crackdown that netted 3,000 illegal devices and the arrest of four merchants. Of the 53 establishments recently checked by police, 30% were found to have broken the law in what officials said was the second-largest confiscation of vapes in county history.
Helping Makes U Happy Helps Suffolk County Families This Summer
Plenty of people packed the outside sidewalks of the "Helping Makes U Happy" headquarters in Center Moriches, to help them feed families in need this summer.
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Stay Melo: HOF Knicks Star Plugs Cannabis Brand in Farmingdale
Strain Stars will welcome the perennial All-Star on Saturday, April 19th for 1-3 p.m. meet and greets.
Who Will Run Against Hochul for Governor of New York?
The South Shore Press had a conversation with New York State Conservative Party Chair, Gerry Kassar on his thoughts who might be considering a race for the Governor’s office from the Republican/Conservative side of the race.
Greenport brewery founder on Reggae Fest: 'a kickoff of summer'
Greenport Harbor Brewing Co. in Peconic is planning a bigger-than-ever Reggae Fest for Saturday, May 3, with top acts and plenty of craft brews.