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Vales Explodes for 42 Points
Brian Vales continues to pour on the offense this season, and he delivered another incredible performance for Mount Sinai this past week. Vales led the Mustangs to a convincing 70–51 victory over Wyandanch, showcasing his scoring touch and all-around dominance.
Gianna Paul is Going Pro
Former Walt Whitman standout Giana Paul has signed a three-year contract with the Kansas City Current, marking the next chapter of an outstanding soccer career. The forward, a University of Alabama product, will be with Kansas City through the 2028 season, with a team option for 2029, and is set to join the club ahead of its upcoming preseason training.
Ward Melville Wins Smithtown Tournament
Last week, the Ward Melville wrestling team captured the Smithtown Invitational, further establishing an excellent start to the season. The Patriots delivered a strong overall performance and crowned multiple individual champions across several weight classes, showcasing both depth and high-end talent throughout the lineup.
Broken to Unbreakable: Lori Vollkommer’s Incredible Comeback
Overcoming her fears and a series of setbacks, Lori Vollkommer stages a remarkable comeback.
Eat Real Food America: Federal Dietary Guidelines Changed
America is unhealthy, and federal officials say changing what we eat is now a national priority.
McGuire Wins Offensive Player of the Year
At a recent awards dinner, senior captain of the Eastport South Manor varsity field hockey team, Molly McGuire, was selected as the Suffolk County Division II Offensive Player of the Year. McGuire also earned All-State honors, further cementing her status as one of the county’s elite players. Throughout the season, she proved to be one of Suffolk County’s most dangerous offensive threats, consistently creating scoring chances and producing at a high level.
Eagles Swimmer Headed to Division 1
This past season was a banner year for Rocky Point swimmer Andraya Giagios, as she established herself as one of the top competitors in New York State. Giagios swims for the Sachem Swim Club and has recently made a verbal commitment to Stonehill College, where she will continue both her athletic and academic career at the Division I level.
Seawolves Lax Debut at #16
The Stony Brook women’s lacrosse program earned its first national ranking of the year, checking in at No. 16 in the USA Lacrosse Division I Women’s Preseason Top 20, as released by USA Lacrosse Magazine. The ranking reflects the program’s continued rise and sustained success on the national stage.
Hills West Wins Alexander Aurrichio Memorial Tournament
This past week, the Hills West Basketball Booster Club sponsored the 2025 Alexander Aurrichio Memorial Holiday Tournament at Half Hollow Hills High School West.
Faith, Loss, and Healing 25 Years After 9/11
Rev. Minson reflects on his mission as the 25th anniversary year of 9/11 unfolds.
Port Jefferson Chamber official on Mac & Cheese Crawl: 'It's a very, very popular event'
The Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce will hold its Mac & Cheese Crawl on Saturday, Jan. 24, and Sunday, Jan. 25, featuring 12 participating restaurants and locations in lower Port Jefferson.
Ducks Hit Home Runs for Hunger
The Long Island Ducks have done it again as their long balls have given back to the community. The Ducks joined representatives from Fairfield Properties and three local food banks and nonprofit organizations over the holiday to celebrate a successful “Home Runs for Hunger” program during the Ducks’ 2025 season. The initiative once again highlighted the strong commitment both organizations have to supporting the Long Island community.
The Fall of a Narco Dictator
The Monroe Doctrine on steroids: The U.S. will not stand for narco dictators in its hemisphere.
EJ’s PJs Pajama Drive Keeps Thousands Warm
At 16,000 pairs of pajamas and counting, EJ’s PJs shows no sign of slowing down in keeping people warm.
It’s a New Year: Break Free From Your Nicotine Addiction
There’s plenty of help to get you to quit
GOP-Led Suffolk Legislature Names New Leadership Team
New leadership team takes helm in Suffolk Legislature.
Blakeman Wins Conservative Party Endorsement for Governor
Blakeman snares major endorsement.
Ballet Long Island director on upcoming performance: 'It's kind of a fun ballet'
Ballet Long Island in Ronkonkoma is offering two family-focused events in January that combine live performances with opportunities to support young dancers.
The Ultimate Owl Experience
Stunning snowy owl photos from wildlife photographer Robin Penny-Leuthardt.
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The King is Back in the South Shore Press
The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.
Don't Expect Bregman to Pay Off
This week, one of the bigger names in the free agency cycle signed with the Chicago Cubs, and fantasy managers everywhere sighed. Usually, anyone heading to Wrigley Field is viewed as a positive, but for Alex Bregman, more information has emerged suggesting this move could spell trouble for his fantasy outlook. Bregman is a right-handed pull hitter who previously played in two of the more favorable home parks for that profile in Houston and Boston. Both parks feature short left-field dimensions that reward pulled fly balls and help inflate power numbers.
Futures Bettors Will Be Smiling
The College Football Championship is set, and it pits two of the more unlikely teams against each other. Indiana may have the largest living alumni base in the country, with more than 800,000 graduates, but few expected the Hoosiers to reach this stage. They feature zero five-star recruits and have instead relied on depth, discipline, and consistency while dominating all season long.