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May 22, 2024

Shed fire on Plymouth Blvd quickly contained by Smithtown volunteers

Smithtown's Volunteer Fire Department responded to a reported house fire on Plymouth Blvd last Thursday.

May 22, 2024

Freedom of the Press

At the time I had already been working as a television news reporter for four years at WSTMTV in Syracuse, New York. 

May 21, 2024

Finding Betting Angles in the NFL Schedule

Sure, it's fun to see who you will be able to watch while eating a turkey leg on Thanksgiving, sports bettors are more looking into who's on a short week. When you look at the NFL season there are some things that jump right off the page.

May 21, 2024

Suffolk Officials Designate EMS Appreciation Week

The third week in May will be dedicated to emergency workers as "EMS Appreciation Week."

May 21, 2024

The Federal Government Reaches a Dubious Distinction on the Debt

The United States government has just reached a dubious and disturbing financial benchmark that will hurt already suffering families: more money is now being spent on just the interest payments on the almost $35 trillion national debt than on national defense or Medicare.

May 21, 2024

Suffolk's Aces Deliver

As they faced off against each other it was Colagrande who had the final win. He pushed Kings Park to a 2-0 win by throwing a complete game shutout. Miller Place mustered just 4 hits and one walk against him as they waved at his pitches all day, leading to 11 strikeouts. The win moved his record to 8-0 and moved Kings Park one step closer to a title.

May 21, 2024

Comsewogue Wins the Invitational

While all the girls did a wonderful job a few names stood out above the rest. Madelyn Serxner finished 1st in the 400 meter dash with a time of 1:01:20. Ashley Then and Jackie Antelo finished the same event at 8th and 11th. Lexi Cole ended up taking 2nd place in the 800 meter run while Madison Cole took home 3rd in the 1500 meter.

May 20, 2024

Jacobs Sprints past a Record

Jacobs, who also plays soccer, has been on fire this year, and really throughout her entire career. As a freshman the Earl L. Vandermeulen High Schooler clinched the 100 meter title at the Suffolk Class C championships in 12.42 seconds. Then she one upped herself by winning the Division II state title in just 12.36 seconds. Athletic Director Adam Sherrard said "That is how Alexa has been running all year. The bigger the moment the faster she runs."

May 20, 2024

Comptroller Internships Announced

Community college students interested in accounting and computer science can land internships with Suffolk County Comptroller John Kennedy's office within the Department of Audit and Control.

May 20, 2024

Gilgo Investigators Return to Suspect Home

The Gilgo murder case is back in the headlines as a team of investigators returned to the home of the prime suspect in the case, architect Rex Heuermann, who's been jailed since July for the alleged murder of four women in a crime spree that has horrified Long Island.

May 19, 2024

Big Honors for Five Decades of Dedicated Service to Suffolk County

Big Honors for Five Decades of Dedicated Service to Suffolk County

May 19, 2024

Full Steam Ahead for Shirley Starbucks

Coffee lovers will have another place to get their caffeine fix in Shirley, as the Brookhaven Town Board approved zoning and procedural requests for Starbucks to build a new store located at 855 Montauk Highway.

May 19, 2024

New Corrections Recruits to Protect and Serve in Suffolk County

Approximately 26 men and four women make up the new class of 30 Suffolk Sheriff's Office Corrections Officers. A swearing-in ceremony was held, with Sheriff Errol D. Toulon Jr. and fellow officers presiding.

May 19, 2024

Assemblyman DeStefano Recognizes Students of the Month

 New York State Assemblyman Joe DeStefano honored "Student of the Month" certificates to Lynette Hack for May, and Nathaniel Maritato for June at Patchogue-Medford School District.

May 19, 2024

Ten "Teeny" Nominations for Talented William Floyd High School Students

The Teeny Awards, modeled after the Tony Awards, celebrates the achievements of local high school theater arts students at an annual celebration and ceremony sponsored by the East End Arts Council.

May 19, 2024

Tennis Championships Spread Across Suffolk

Ward Melville was led by Robert Monticciolo , who won his singles title and Harshith Pennabadi & Shashank Pennabadi who won their doubles championship.

May 19, 2024

New Minnesota Flag Has Islamic Symbol

"Minnesota has been conquered. It is now Islamist," proclaimed Jacqueline Toboroff, editor of the Manhattan Press. "They have literally replaced the Irish, British, German, Scandinavian Christians and the Native Americans that were on the flag since 1858."

May 19, 2024

Ronkonkoma Rotarians Participate in "Day of Service"

Helping homeless veterans in need by packing bags of supplies. Hosting a food drive for the less fortunate in Bellport and Shirley. Cleaning and making repairs at Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck, a special camp for individuals with disabilities. Volunteering at Bethel Farm in Centereach.

May 19, 2024

Palumbo Honors Stony Brook University CEO as "Woman of Distinction"

"Today marks a celebration of extraordinary dedication and leadership in healthcare," said Senator Palumbo. "It is my great privilege to honor Carol Gomes as my 2024 New York State Woman of Distinction."

May 19, 2024

Good Riddance: Brookhaven Zombie House Comes Crashing Down

Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico, concerned neighbors, and community activists were on hand when a bulldozer started demolishing a "zombie home" located at 56 Barbara Lane in Medford.

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Crime

Nine Alleged Lowndes Block Gang Members Indicted in Suffolk

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced a 53-count indictment charging nine alleged members and associates of the Lowndes Block Gang


Local

Suffolk to Launch Modernized Park Reservation System

Suffolk County is preparing to roll out a modernized park reservation and point-of-sale system designed to make it easier for residents to access camping, recreation permits and other park services, County Executive Ed Romaine announced.