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Our museum passes can be reserved by Mastics-MorichesShirley Community card holders who are at least 18 years of age. Patrons need a valid, unexpired, unblocked, adult library card with fines not exceeding $25.00 to reserve a museum pass. This includes patrons who have signed up for a temporary library card via the website. Patrons must present their library card and
He's Back: Shirley Sign Gardener and Wife Celebrate the Re-election of DJT
He also predicted a landslide victory for former President Donald J. Trump in the 2024 General Election.
William Floyd Colonials advance to semifinals after defeating Sachem East
The William Floyd Colonials varsity football team secured a spot in the semifinals of the Suffolk County Division I playoffs with a decisive 43-22 victory over Sachem East.
Mastic Beach man pleads guilty in execution-style murder case
Joseph Scalafani, a resident of Mastic Beach, has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for the fatal shooting of Alex Smith.
Stony Brook University develops climate-focused academic initiatives
Stony Brook University is intensifying its efforts to create climate-focused academic programs aimed at equipping students with the necessary skills for a workforce impacted by climate change.
Stony Brook University honors veterans with heartfelt ceremony
Stony Brook University commemorated Veterans Day with a ceremony held on November 11 at the Sidney Gelber Auditorium.
Stony Brook University hosts events for Native American Heritage Month
Stony Brook University is commemorating Native American Heritage Month, recognizing the significant contributions of Native American and Indigenous Peoples.
Documentary explores discovery of hidden rainforest in Madagascar
A newly discovered tropical rainforest in Madagascar is drawing global scientific attention.
Medford man pleads guilty after fatal crash leaves one dead
Dolores Mancialandaverde, a 28-year-old from Medford, has pleaded guilty to charges related to a motor vehicle crash that resulted in one fatality and left another individual seriously injured.
Stony Brook PhD student receives prestigious DoD NDSEG Fellowship
Adebayo Braimah, a PhD student in computer science at Stony Brook University, has been awarded the Department of Defense (DoD) National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship for 2024.
Stony Brook hosts conference promoting inclusive opportunities for disabled individuals
The second annual Inclusion Done Right! (IDR!) Conference convened a diverse group of participants at Stony Brook University to discuss and advance practices that promote inclusion, participation, and accessibility.
Stony Brook reveals winners of Shop Red T-shirt design contest
The Auxiliary Services Association (ASA) has announced the winners of the Shop Red T-Shirt Design Contest at Stony Brook University.
Zeldin Tagged to be in Trump's Cabinet as EPA Administrator
Zeldin Tagged to be in Trump's Cabinet as EPA Administrator
Trump Taps NY Congresswoman Elise Stefanik to be UN Ambassador
Trump Taps NY Congresswoman Elise Stefanik to be UN Ambassador
Veterans Honored at Middle Island Ceremony
Every year, the community gathers at Bartlett Pond Park in Middle Island to recognize veterans in a special ceremony among the monuments of the nation's wars assembled at the park.
Man on the Street Talks About the Election
With Donald Trump making history by becoming both the 45th and 47th president and sweeping Suffolk with 402,924 votes, the South Shore Press asked Long Islanders what they thought of the election.
Hilton Comes to Patchogue? A Revised State of Hotelier Affairs
"Tell us the village of Patchogue hates its residents without saying the village of Patchogue hates its residents," Michael Ida wrote on Facebook in response to the latest news developments about the hotel.
Trump Derangement Syndrome is a Legitimate Mental Illness
As the husband of a social worker, those words are not written in a mocking tone, shared lightly, or meant to belittle those who lost their minds following the election of Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States.
Rocky Point's Salute To Veterans Is A Moving Ceremony
The event is now the 23rd year in a row that the district has held such an event that supports and honors those who served. Taking place at Joseph A. Edgar's Intermediate School the gym was filled with veterans, children, proud family members and local dignitary
Patriotism Runs High at Veterans Day Parade
Patriotism ran high on Sunday when the East Moriches community turned out for a Veterans Day parade that went down Main Street and ended at Soldiers and Sailors Park.
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NYS AG Issues Blizzard Consumer Protection Alerts
As record snowfall and blizzard-like conditions blanket much of New York and Suffolk County, New York State Attorney General Letitia James issued consumer alerts aimed at protecting homeowners and tenants navigating the aftermath of the storm.