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Zahra Is Headed To State's
Mount Sinai's Tyler Zahra is headed to the NYSPHSAA State Championship after his impressive performance this week.
Ducks Manager Makes The Anniversary Team
The Long Island Ducks have announced a very special addition to their 25th Anniversary Team. Current Manager and former outfielder Lew Ford has been chosen as the 15th member of the team.
Feds Sue NYS Over Driver’s Licenses to Illegal Immigrants
United States Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that the Department of Justice is suing the State of New York, Governor. Kathy Hochul, New York Attorney General Letitia James, and New York State Department of Motor Vehicles Commissioner Mark Schroeder for issuing drivers’ licenses to illegal immigrants, arguing this violates immigration laws. Also at stake: blocking the feds from reviewing DMV databases
Cheapest regular gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Feb. 8
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 8.
Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending Feb. 8
1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 8, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
WFHS Girls’ Varsity Basketball Earns Playoff Berth for Fourth Consecutive Year
The William Floyd girls’ varsity basketball team, led by head coach Rich Sinclair, clinched a playoff berth for the fourth consecutive season.
South Shore Press Video Vault: Hochul Invests $150 Million to Connect MacArthur - Ronkonkoma Station
The Democratic state leader spoke with the full support of local Republican representatives like Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine, Islip Supervisor Angier Carpenter, and Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico at approximately midday on Wednesday, February 12th.
William Floyd High School Adds Four to its Wall of Distinction
The William Floyd Fine Arts & Music departments will host their fourth annual Fine Arts Wall of Distinction ceremony on Thursday, February 27th, at 6 pm, in the east lobby of the high school near the Nick Poulos Memorial Auditorium.
Happy Valentine’s Day – I Want a Divorce!
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, New York State is making it easier than ever to get a divorce. New York’s ‘Uncontested Joint Divorce” process has been updated to make the process simpler and cheaper.
Mrs. Hochul Comes to Islip: Governor Announces $150 Million for LIRR, MacArthur Airport Connection
Gov. Kathy Hochul touched down in the South Shore on Wednesday to introduce her administration’s bombshell investment—a milestone that will at last bring Ronkonkoma Station travelers quick-as-can-be access to nearby Long Island MacArthur Airport.
Local Leader Celebrates Brookhaven Woman’s 102nd Birthday
Not only was February 8th Stella Crennan’s 102nd birthday, but Town of Brookhaven Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig declared it to be “Stella Crennan Day” in the town.
Brookhaven Hosts Black History Month Celebration
Dr. Michelle Raysor delivered the keynote address, and according to Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico, she “spoke about the grit necessary to succeed and never give up.”
Mather Nurse recognized for Saving House Fire Victim
Steven Cortes, a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, was honored with a lifesaver award from Northwell’s Anesthesia Service Line for his role in saving the life of a house fire victim.
GM Mindy Ryan on GDC Roller Skate Rink in Greenport: 'A learning experience for the entire family'
The George D. Costello Sr. Memorial Skate Rink in Greenport is offering free lessons and skate rentals for all ages, from toddlers to adults. Free lessons are available during All Skate sessions, which will be held Saturday, Feb. 15; Sunday, Feb. 16; and Monday, Feb. 17, from noon to 3 p.m.
South Shore Press EXCLUSIVE: State Yanks "JIHAD123" License Plate
After numerous inquiries from the South Shore Press to officials at the NYS DMV pertaining to the validity and appropriateness of the plate, state officials confirmed it was an actual plate they issued, and promised to pull it based on questions and information from the South Shore Press.
Another Jets Failure Leads To Another "Rebuild"
This week the Jets front office informed their 41 year old quarterback Aaron Rodgers that they will be moving on from his services for next season.
No Time To Rest - The 2026 Super Bowl Odds
As the green and white confetti was still falling from the sky many sports bettors around the country barely allowed themselves a minute to reflect and enjoy the big game win, they were already looking at 2026.
Suffolk Swimmers Standout At The Championship
Rocky Point junior Trevor Green won the Section XI Championship in both the 100-yard Individual Medley and the 200-yard backstroke.
Local Officials Freak Out Over MTA Payroll Tax
They first tried it in 2009, and the public backlash was so heavy they rolled it back. And now, as if New Yorkers aren’t taxed enough, they’re thinking about it again: a payroll tax to shovel more money at the black hole known as the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
South America Crime Fighter Offers U.S. a Hand in Corralling Criminals
Nassau Executive Bruce Blakeman, a Republican, has assigned 10 detectives to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and offered the use of his county’s jails to hold prisoners for deportation.
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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.