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SWR Has An MVP
Votruba's stats jumped off the page this season both with the bat, but especially with his pitching prowess. Votruba amassed a 5-2 record on the hill to go along with his 1.65 ERA. In his 46 innings pitched he struck out 52 batters and his pinpoint control led to him walking on 3 batters all season long.
Sayville Girls Are The Best In Suffolk
The team finished the regular season 6-1 overall and 6-1 in division. They outscored their opponents 52-11 in dominating fashion.
Center Moriches Community Rallies to Support the ALS Ride for Life
Do their part to help end a debilitating and deadly disease that as of now has no cure.
Patchogue Woman Enters Guilty Plea for Killing Homicide Victim's Mother
A Patchohue woman accused of dismantling a memorial for a young woman's memorial who was the victim of gang violence, then running over the victim's mother and killing her with her car, entered a guilty plea related to that death, according to Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney.
Simp-Ellie The Best
Masera has won the ECAC Sports Offensive Player of the Year award. Masera, who is also a finalist for the Tewaarton Award, was also named to the All ECAC team this week. She is joined by her teammates Kailyn Hart and Avery Hines.
Bellport Boys Break Big Running Record
Bellport High School's boys varsity 4x400 team broke a 30-year school record at the North Shore Invitational on May 11.
Bayport-Blue Backs the Blue and First Responders
The event began with a firetruck and police car parade in which student and staff spectators cheered as sirens and flashing lights lit up the school's front circle. Suffolk County Police Officer Gayer then put on a K-9 demonstration.
Bellport High School Raises Resources for Navy SEAL Museum
The "Murph Challenge' consists of running one mile, completing 100 pullups, 200 pushups, 300 squats, then running another mile while wearing a 20-pound vest or body armor.
Beautiful Green Space Area Now Open at Port Jefferson Free Library
The public green space known as "The Park 114!" is now open at the Port Jefferson Free Library. A grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony took place for the official grand opening.
Guest Editorial: Protecting Election Integrity
When it comes to securing our elections in New York State and across the country, something happened that every American concerned about democracy and the integrity of our elections should applaud: the House of Representatives passed a bill overturning the ridiculous Washington, DC law that permits noncitizens to vote in local elections. This bill was supported by every House Republican; sadly, a majority of House Democrats voted against the bill. The bill now heads to the U.S. Senate. The Senate must waste no time in considering and approving this proposal.
State and Local Leaders Honor New American Legion Officers
New York State Assemblyman Joe DeStefanoI and New York State Senator Dean Murray, and Suffolk County Legislator Dominick Thorne attended the New Officers Ceremony of the American Legion Post 269
Brookhaven Clerk Hosts Mobile Office Hours
Brookhaven Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich joined Town Clerk Kevin J. LaValle during his most recent mobile office hours at the Comsewogue Public Library.
Statewide Honors for William Floyd High School Chemistry Teacher
William Floyd High School chemistry teacher Dr. Martin Palermo has been selected as the Suffolk County High School Science Teacher of the Year by the Science Teachers Association of New York State (STANYS) for 2024.
New Deputy Undersheriff in the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office
Dr. Taylor has a lengthy and honorable career in protecting and serving families in and around New York City and Suffolk County.
Brookhaven Veteran Honored by the NYS Senate
Longtime Town of Brookhaven employee and Vietnam Veteran Walter Maresco was inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame in Albany. The Air Force veteran is the nominee of New York State Senator Dean Murrary.
"One Nation, Under God"
"I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."
"Honor to the Soldier, and Sailor everywhere, who bravely bears his country's cause. Honor also to the citizen who cares for his brother in the field, and serves, as he best can, the same cause -- honor to him, only less than to him, who braves, for the c
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) has been a troubling condition that American combat service members have dealt with since the creation of this nation. Years ago, there was virtually no treatment for veterans, as it is believed that 7 out of 100 veterans deal with PTSD related situations. This medical and military situation was labeled as "shell shock" towards the challenging mental and physical conditions that hurt American service members. Veterans were instructed not to speak about these situations and to simply "forget" about their war time encounters.
Suffolk's All Stars Shine
The Unified Basketball league has shined a light on inclusiveness within the athletic world and the light that has come from the players has been unmatched. From first baskets to undefeated seasons, the year has been surrounded by nothing but positivity and this game put an exclamation point on the standout players seasons.
Hochul Proposes Smartphone Ban in Schools
Gov. Hochul plans to introduce a bill to ban smartphones in New York schools to "keep children safe and make sure their attention is on learning".
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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.
Plaintiffs Allege Unconstitutional Tax Practices Against Nassau County Over Frozen Assessments
The Town Supervisor for Babylon along with other local figures has initiated a lawsuit against Nassau County and several New York State entities over alleged unconstitutional tax practices resulting from frozen property assessments.
Debt collection agency and banks accused of deceptive practices in federal lawsuit
A federal lawsuit accuses a debt collection agency and several financial institutions of using deceptive practices to intimidate consumers.