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Feb 6, 2025

Suffolk County Sheriff Honors High School Student With Service Award

Sheriff Toulon recently presented the "Sheriff Toulon Community Leadership Award" to Kayla Kelly, a high school student dedicated to helping others.

Feb 6, 2025

Suffolk County's Top Cop Officially Sworn In

Kevin Catalina was sworn in as the Suffolk County Police Commissioner after he was approved by the Suffolk County Legislature.

Feb 6, 2025

WFHS Medical Club Donates $500 to the Child Life Program at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital

The William Floyd High School Medical Club, led by William Floyd High School science educator Terri Randall, continued their yearly tradition of donating to the Child Life Program at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital.

Feb 6, 2025

William Floyd Cheer Heads to National Championships, Places Top 5 in Cheerfest

In a historic achievement for William Floyd High School, the cheerleading team is set to compete at the prestigious National High School Cheerleading Championship (NHSCC) for the very first time in Orlando, Florida, from February 7-10, 2025.

Feb 6, 2025

Pat-Med Shines As Track Champions

Patchogue-Medford High School took home multiple wins at the Suffolk high school indoor track and field championships.

Feb 5, 2025

Coach Methven Leads The Sharks To Another Title

The Eastport-South Manor varsity boys track team has won the Section XI Small School County Championship.

Feb 5, 2025

Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Jan. 25

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 2 gas stations had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 25.

Feb 5, 2025

Brookhaven Town Clerk Tosses Hat Into the Ring to Run for Re-Election

Kevin J. LaValle kicked off his 2025 reelection campaign at the Rocky Point VFW Post 6249

Feb 5, 2025

Vanderbilt astronomy educator on Night Sky Love program; 'There's so much out there.'

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum will host Night Sky Love on Valentine’s Day, offering two planetarium shows at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. The program, led by Brittney Mickaliger, the planetarium’s astronomy director, explores the romantic side of the universe, from stars and planets to mythological tales of love.

Feb 5, 2025

Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Feb. 1

3 gas stations had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Feb 5, 2025

Lawsuit accuses Kraft Heinz of misleading advertising over 'All Natural' claims

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Kraft Heinz Food Company, accusing the company of misleading consumers with false advertising. On January 24, 2025, Alyssa Flexer filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York. The suit alleges that the company falsely marketed its Capri Sun juice pouches as containing "ALL NATURAL INGREDIENTS," despite including synthetic citric acid.

Feb 5, 2025

Lawsuit accuses Richmond University Medical Center of failing to protect data in breach

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Richmond University Medical Center over a data breach that exposed the personal information of more than 674,000 individuals. Edward Quinn and Monique Leslie, the plaintiffs, filed the complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York on January 21, 2025.

Feb 5, 2025

SCWA Hard at Work Fixing Busted and Broken Pipes Due to Bone Chilling Cold

Since January 1st, SCWA crews have responded to 224 main breaks, more than double the same period last year when 101 main breaks were repaired.

Feb 5, 2025

Panico and Mazzarella Nonored by Sons of Italy for Community Service

On January 23, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico and Suffolk County Legislator Jim Mazzarella were recognized for their contributions to the community by the Sons of Italy, Dr. Calabro Lodge 3011.

Feb 5, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest regular gas across Suffolk County in week ending Feb. 1

1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Feb 5, 2025

William Floyd School District announces two-hour delay due to weather

Due to expected weather conditions, the William Floyd School District will open two hours late on Thursday, February 6.

Feb 5, 2025

Stony Brook University announces finalists for 2025 Discovery Prize

Three faculty members from Stony Brook University have been selected as finalists for the 2025 Stony Brook Foundation Discovery Prize.

Feb 5, 2025

Centre ValBio aids firefighting efforts in Madagascar's Ranomafana National Park

A fire in Madagascar's Ranomafana National Park recently posed a significant threat to rare species of lemurs and other wildlife.

Feb 5, 2025

Experts discuss ethics in generative artificial intelligence at Stony Brook webinar

Stony Brook University recently hosted a webinar exploring the interplay of innovation, creativity, ethics, and artificial intelligence.

Feb 5, 2025

Stony Brook University rises to No. 84 in global physical sciences ranking

Stony Brook University has made significant progress in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject for 2025, achieving its highest position since 2016 in the field of physical sciences.

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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.


State

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.


Local

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.