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May 6, 2024

Tougher Penalties in NY for Assaulting Retail Workers

Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton (D-North Shore/South Brooklyn) claims victory as her bill was signed into law Sunday by New York Governor Kathy Hochul. The bill elevates an assault of a retail worker to a Class D felony in the Second Degree. The proposal recently included in the state budget will go into effect in October.

May 6, 2024

Senate Moves to Pass "No Bailouts for Campus Criminals Act"

Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) introduced a bill that would prevent any campus Hamas-sympathizers arrested and convicted of a crime stemming from anti-Israel protests from receiving any student loan bailout from taxpayers.

May 6, 2024

Tom Barton

Sports, it's in his blood. Other than his amazing wife and growing family, it's all he thinks about. That passion carries over into local sports coverage for the South Shore Press.

May 6, 2024

New Look, New Team - Excellent News!

New look. New logo. Seasoned professionals. HIgh quality journalism. Local sports coverage you won't find anywhere else. A passion for public service in Suffolk County.

May 6, 2024

Profiles in Reporting: Bob Chartuk

That's when South Shore Press reporter Robert Chartuk grabbed a notepad, gathered stories, and banged away on a typewriter as a reporter for the first time.

May 6, 2024

Analysis: GOP Eats Their Own, While Democrats Dig In and Defend.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced the indictment of Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX) and his wife charging bribery, conspiracy, unlawful foreign influences, and money laundering. The Cuellars are alleged to have accepted nearly $600,000 in this scheme.

May 6, 2024

The Eagles Are Flying Again

The Eagles won the title by sweeping Eastport South Manor and extending their winning streak to 6 games. Tucker Brown earned the win going four innings and John Margolies came into a bases loaded concern, but left without allowing a run. Margolies finished the games earning the save and four strikeouts for his 3 innings of relief work.

May 6, 2024

Is The Wrong Team Favored?

 The New York Rangers won the President's Trophy this season, they swept their first round opponent and now the sports books have listed them as underdogs.

May 6, 2024

Ask Your Fellow Veteran Fear of Change

Fear of change is a common phenomenon in humans. This is especially true with veterans coming home from the service. However, it was not a problem when they first entered the military service. Thus we need to look at both the entry and exit to understand the difference. When the recruit entered to service and basic training they were joined with twenty or more other recruits. They all went through about three months of basic training together, and when changes in life styles took place it happened to all. We were clothed, fed, housed and worked in a true peer to peer, buddy system and when transferred to other bases it did not change that life style.

May 3, 2024

House Report Details Biden Censorship

The consequences of the Biden White House coercing media companies to suppress news were "disastrous" to the country, according to a report released by the House Judiciary Committee. "From unnecessary extended school closures to unconstitutional vaccine mandates that forced workers to take a newly developed vaccine or risk losing their jobs, the Biden Administration and other officials needlessly imposed harm and suffering on Americans across the country," the report states.

May 3, 2024

From Prosthetics to Prototypes: Rocky Point's Young Innovators Shine!

The journey began with the student's immersion in the engineering design process, where they gained insights into how prosthetics function and the intricacies involved in their construction. Through hands-on experimentation and problem-solving, the students took significant strides in understanding complex concepts while honing their design skills.

May 3, 2024

Welcome Back Ben

Brown was a little wild, but also wildly effective. He had a no hitter going through four solid innings and ended up going 4 2/3 innings allowing just 3 hits and two runs. Brown had his usual knuckle curveball working all day and the Mets felt it striking out 5 times.

May 3, 2024

Let's CELI-brate

No game this year was more impressive than in their win against Hauppague. Celi was masterful, striking out 18 batters and allowing just two hits in a 6-4 win. She wasn't done there as she also went 2-for-2 with a double, two RBIs and a run scored.

May 3, 2024

A New SuffolK ReKord

Anthony Kay was drafted by the New York Mets and pitched at Ward Melville. He has made a combined 44 major league appearances (seven starts) with the Blue Jays, Cubs and Mets. Evan Kay has committed to Stony Brook after he graduates and hopes to have the same sort of career success as his namesake.

May 3, 2024

A Field Of Dreams ... and Legacy

Coach Pranzo began his career in 1958 and became Miller Place's first varsity baseball coach in the early 70's. He coached there until 1989 and then returned to the dugout from 2003 to 2006. During his time as skipper he won 257 games, 8 league championships, 2 Suffolk county championships, one Long Island Championship and finished as the runner up for a state title as well. Throw in multiple coach of the year honors and you have quite the resume.

May 3, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department to host Memorial Day parade on May 30

The Smithtown Fire Department will host the 2022 Memorial Day parade on May 30, starting at noon.

May 2, 2024

Hungry for Change: New Yorkers Struggle Despite Economic Recovery Claims

DiNapoli's follow-up analysis revealed a significant jump in food insecurity compared to previous years, where one in ten households (800,000 families) faced similar challenges from 2019 through 2021. Nationally, the food insecurity rate also climbed to 11.2% from 2020 through 2022, indicating a broader economic struggle despite recovery narratives.

May 2, 2024

State Boost for Journalism

Journalism in New York, the media capital of the world, will get a $30 million boost under a first-of-its-kind measure approved in the state budget providing tax credits to cover up to half of a reporter's salary. Aimed at helping publishers build up their newsroom and retain staff, the credits will cover up to $50,000 of a journalist's pay every year.

May 2, 2024

CEED's Environmental Mission Garners Praise and Support

Reflecting on CEED's journey and impact, Wellinger shared, "Our camp program has been a significant milestone, growing from 15 children to over 100 participants, showcasing the community's enthusiasm for environmental education."

May 2, 2024

That's A First

Pitchers Nick Carnovale and Jason Stiles combined to pitch the first combined no-hitter in school history. Together they struck out 14 batters in a 5 -0 win over Lindenhurst. Nick Carnovale pitched into the 7th inning racking up 12 strikeouts. Then Jason Stiles came in to close the door striking out two to complete the no-hitter.

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Local

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.


State

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.


Local

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.