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School Districts Push Back on Dubious Fiscal Distinction
The state's taxpayer watchdog announced that 16 school districts across New York are in varying degrees of fiscal stress, including five here on Long Island.
Biden's Leadership Questioned Amid Deadly Drone Attack on U.S. Forces
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) was particularly scathing in his critique of Biden's Middle East strategy. "Joe Biden emboldened Iran for years by tolerating attacks on our troops, bribing the ayatollahs with billions of dollars, and appeasing them to no end. He left our troops as sitting ducks, and now three are dead," Cotton said. Expressing his condolences, he added, "On behalf of Arkansans, I extend my deepest condolence to the families of our brave fallen warriors. May God comfort them as He welcomes their loved ones into His embrace. And may God quickly and completely heal their wounded comrades."
Constitutional Crisis Looms at Southern Border
The Constitutional consequences of the issue are extreme. Texas is being overrun by migrants under a Biden administration policy that accepts their claim of needing political asylum and gives them all the resources they need—cash, cellphones, transportation, medical care—to settle into communities across the country. Abbott is trying to stop them by erecting razor wire on Shelby State Park in Eagle Pass, a popular point for illegal crossers along the Rio Grande River. Federal border control agents have been ordered to cut the wire, setting up the critical question of which governmental entity has the authority to protect the public.
Escape From New York: Retirees Don't Want to Stay Here
"HireAHelper" released its annual report showing California and New York had the dubious distinction of losing the most retirees to other states. The Golden State lost 18% of retirees to new states while here in the Empire State 11% of every person that retired hit the road for greener pastures.
An 'Act' of Compassion
More surprisingly was that her veto pen fell on a vastly changed version of the legislation, which was updated to assuage the Governor's concerns over the Act's overhyped impact on the State's hospitals and insurance industry.
Socialist Aligned Politicians Push Taxpayer Funded Health Care for Illegals in NY
Right now many are ineligible to receive taxpayer funded healthcare due to federal regulations and restrictions. This state law would relax those rules and provide free healthcare for illegal immigrants. It directs the State Health Commissioner to modify rules to give migrants exemptions from federal regulations so they can receive healthcare.
Juvenile Justice Overhaul? New York's Quiet Push for Juvenile Record Expungement
The bill, which aims to include records held by local educational agencies in the expungement process for PINS cases when proceedings conclude favorably for the respondent, parallels the state's controversial bail reform. Critics argue that the bill's quiet progression through the legislative process and its potential impact on public safety echo concerns previously raised about bail reform, which some believe has contributed to increased crime rates in New York.
Special Olympics New York Saved From The Fiscal Chopping Block
Special Olympics New York President and Chief Executive Officer Stacey Hengsterman shared her mission of asking Governor Kathy Hochul to include increased funding in her proposed Executive Budget to the New York State Legislature.
Suffolk County Residents Encouraged to Claim Share of $27 Million in Unclaimed Gift Cards
This announcement is particularly relevant to Suffolk County, where residents are owed over $5 million in unclaimed funds from gift cards. This figure is part of the nearly $40 million owed to New York City residents and over $10.8 million to those in Long Island, highlighting the widespread issue of unclaimed financial assets in the state.
Funds Flow for Battered Beaches
Coming to Long Island for a press conference with local officials, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $5 million for shoreline stabilization at Brookhaven Town's ocean beaches and repairs to Overlook Beach in Babylon. She also promised funds to repair damage and clean up debris at the state's Gilgo Beach Park, where the storms uncovered the remains of an old Coast Guard Station. Approximately 50,000 cubic yards of sand will be placed at the park entrance and other access points to make the beach safer for the summer season.
USO - Part I United Service Organization
The USO was founded on February 4, 1941 by Mary Ingraham in response to a request from President Franklin D. Roosevelt to provide morale and recreation services to U.S. uniformed military personnel. It was established as an American non-profit-charitable corporation that provides live entertainment, such as comedians, actors, and musicians, social facilities and other programs to members of the United States Armed Forces and their families. President Roosevelt was elected as its honorary chairman. He requested that the organization bring six civilian organizations together for a start: the Salvation Army, YMCA, (Young Women's Christian Association), National Catholic Community Service, National Travelers Aid Association, and the National Jewish Welfare Board. They were brought together under one umbrella to support U.S. troops, as opposed to operating independently as some had done during the First World War. The organization was incorporated in New York on February 4th with the first facility erected in DeRi
Frazer Dougherty--Pioneer of Public Access TV in Suffolk
"A Celebration Of A Bold Life" was the title of a memorial for an extraordinary person—a pioneer of public access television in Suffolk County, indeed the lead creator of a model for public access TV in the nation. Frazer Dougherty died in September at 101.
Super Bowl MVP Odds
Name recognition and popularity will be the theme for this year's big game and no player is more popular than #15 for the Chiefs. That's why even though the Kansas City Chiefs opened as underdogs for the Super Bowl against the San Francisco 49ers, Patrick Mahomes opened as the favorite for the games Most Valuable Player award.
Smithtown West's Melore Commits to Marist College
After wrapping up his historic football career at Smithtown West, many Long Island Football fans were all wondering where two-time All State Wide Receiver would take his talents next fall.
Patriots Play Tough Against Brentwood
After seeing what in-league Rival William Floyd did to formerly unbeaten Brentwood the week prior at home, the Ward Melville Patriots were looking to emulate the same thing as they would have a back and forth affair with the League I Powerhouse.
Eastport-South Manor Honors Fall Athletes
On January 24th,The Eastport-South Manor Central School District honored its top fall athletes during their board of education meeting.
Aaron Ferretti, Lifeguard, Probation Officer
Aaron Ferretti, a long-time ocean lifeguard at Great Gun Beach and Davis Park and an officer with the Suffolk County Probation Department, passed away unexpectedly at 35.
Chris Ricciardi Joins Mastics-Moriches- Shirley Library Board of Trustees
Chris Ricciardi Joins Mastics-Moriches- Shirley Library Board of Trustees
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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.