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Uncommitted Uncertainty: Democrats Face Dilemma Amid Trump's Super Tuesday Dominance
In a Super Tuesday showdown that resonated across over a dozen states, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump emerged as undisputed leaders, setting the stage for a November rematch gripping the nation. Trump's resounding victories, sweeping from coast to coast and including delegate-rich states like California and Texas, signaled a formidable resurgence, leaving only echoes of a once-touted Republican contender, Nikki Haley.
Congress Slaps Cuomo With COVID Subpoena
Former Governor Andrew Cuomo will be on a Congressional hot seat very soon over how his administration managed the COVID crisis in New York.
Driver Beware! Con Artists Targeting You By Text
When it comes to protecting people from scams, the old saying usually goes "buyer beware."
Big Bloated Bureaucracies Are Bad for Business in NYS
If you believe your taxes are too high living in the State of New York, a new study released by WalletHub confirms that unfortunate belief for your pocketbook and your family.
Hochul Approves Near Tripling of Sunrise Wind Rates
The cost of electricity generated by Sunrise Wind will nearly triple under a rebidding of the project approved by Gov. Kathy Hochul. Citing increased construction costs, higher interest rates, and Pandemic-related supply chain issues, the operator, Denmark-based Ørsted, had requested the rate hike for its $700 million wind farm planned for the waters off Montauk Point.
Bipartisan Backlash Mounts Against Hochul's School Funding Overhaul
In a rare display of unity, Democrats and Republicans in the New York State Legislature are joining forces to challenge Governor Kathy Hochul's ambitious school funding overhaul. The proposal, aimed at revising the state's foundation aid formula, has ignited a bipartisan storm of opposition, with critics asserting that the changes could have severe consequences for schools statewide.
Kiely and Schiavoni Vie for Open Assembly Seat
In a decisive moment for New York's 1st Assembly district, a longstanding political figure, Fred Thiele, announces his retirement after 45 years of dedicated service, leaving an open seat in the state Assembly. The district encompasses Shelter Bay, East Hampton, Southold, and portions of Southampton and Brookhaven, including The Hamptons and Montauk.
Convenience Accounts or Joint Accounts; When do Joint Accounts Lead to Litigation?
When naming a child as a joint account holder on your bank account, be sure that it makes sense in the context of your estate plan. Banking Law Section 675 provides that, absent fraud or undue influence, when two or more people open a bank account and deposit cash or securities, a presumption of joint tenancy with rights of survivorship arises. For the presumption to apply, words of survivorship must appear on the signature card or ledger that creates the account.
What Causes Trigeminal Neuralgia - Part II
TN normally develops on its own; however, it can sometimes be brought on by dental treatments or facial trauma. A blood artery pressing against the trigeminal nerve, also known as vascular compression, may also trigger the condition. The rubbing of an artery against a nerve can wear away the coating, known as myelin over time, leaving the nerve exposed and very sensitive.
Restoring Eelgrass "The Miracle Plant"
"Eelgrass is the miracle plant," says Vasiluth. "It's vital as fish habitat. It's a nursery ground for juvenile fish. Where it grows, scallops thrive. It slows down erosion. It neutralizes acidification. It produces oxygen. It sequesters carbon 35 times faster than a terrestrial rain forest. It is the foundation of the shallow sea."
Hochul's Hellhole: Thank the Governor for "No Bail" Laws
The four stand accused of stashing, dumping, and hiding cut up body parts all over Long Island and down the drains of their own home.
Colorado Craziness Won't End With Supreme Slapdown
Left wing lunatics and radical progressives will stop at nothing, absolutely nothing, to stop President Trump from being on the November ballot. Their unhinged lunacy will know no legal or ethical boundaries even after President Trump sends Joe Biden back to his basement and beats him in an Electoral College landslide.
Suffolk Closeup "13 Magic Words"
They are 13 words that have been added to a measure likely to be voted on in a countywide referendum in November that would amend the Suffolk County Water Quality Restoration Act. The words are in a section of state legislation on what the fund for the act would finance.
Mediators: Navigating Family Dynamics and Promoting Harmonious Estate Planning Outcomes
In a perfect world, all of our children would be successful enough in their own lives so that they needn't depend on an inheritance to maintain or advance their economic status. The reality of the situation is that even in the perfect world, most children develop a certain expectation of what they are entitled to after their parents pass away.
Veterans Suffering Migraine and/or Trigeminal Neuralgia - Part I
Despite the frequent diagnoses of migraine and other headache disorders in veterans, there are unique challenges veterans face in preventing and treating of attacks. People with this invisibledisease already endure a social stigma due to misunderstanding how debilitating migraine attacks can be. This stigma can compound the social hurdles veterans face, making it even more challenging for them to rejoin civilian life.
The Case Against Caleb
We have watched super star quarterbacks push to not be drafted by certain teams. Eli Manning and John Elway were pretty vocal about their landing spots and both got what they wanted. The latest entry is Caleb Williams. He had people in his camp make it known that he does not want to go to Chicago, before backing off that statement weeks later. This week he decided to not allow medical examinations with teams at the NFL Combine and did not sign off on having his medical records shared with all teams. This is the first player ever at the combine to decline an examination. This sort of behavior, combined with his other odd behavior, could be sending up red flags for the Bears.
Warrant Watch: You Can Help Cops Catch Crooks
Suffolk County Police believe these two men are responsible for stealing approximately $529 in merchandise from a Medford Target on Valentine's Day.
New Playground Is Open!
Back in 2022 voters approved a Capital Project to build a new playground at Eastport Elementary School. Two years later it is now open for students to play on.
Local Officials Spotlight Animal Rescue and Adoption
Helping our furry friends was on the minds of local officials over the weekend at the 4th Annual Furever Valentine Pet Adoption Event hosted in Patchogue by Almost Home Animal Rescue and Adoption. Publicizing the need for loving homes and donations of food, blankets, and other pet supplies were Congressman Andrew Garbarino, Senator Dean Murray, and Assemblymen Joe DeStefano and Jarett Gandolfo. Deputies from Sheriff Errol Toulon's office were also on hand to sign up owners for pet IDs.
Students Gear Up for Stem Competition
Legislator Kennedy also joined Smithtown Central School District Superintendent Dr. Mark and Suffolk County Comptroller John M. Kennedy Jr. to visit the Smithtown Robotic Bulls Team 810. Students are gearing up for an upcoming competition, and also competes in FIRST® Long Island, formerly School-Business Partnerships of Long Island, Inc. (SBPLI), a robotics competition that encourages schools to embrace a STEM curriculum and to foster interest in STEM.
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Hills West Girls Track Team Impresses Again
The Hills West girls indoor track team had a strong day of competition this season at the Stanner Games, delivering several standout performances against elite competition.
Peters Jumps into a New Record
Ramelo Peters of the Half Hollow Hills East boys winter track team broke a long-standing school record this week with an outstanding performance in the pole vault. Peters cleared 13 feet, officially surpassing a record that had stood for seven years. The jump not only set a new school mark but also ranks him second overall in Suffolk County this season.
South Shore Press Video Vault: NFL Coaching Carousel Spins Round and Round
In this episode of the South Shore Press Video Vault, host Stefan Mychajliw is joined by South Shore Press Sports Director Tom Barton, to discuss the ongoing coaching carousel in the NFL