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Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle Welcomes Port Jefferson EMS to Town’s Regional Records Center
State law requires public entities to keep a set of records for a specific length of time, depending on the type of document.
State Borrowing Noose Tightens Around the Neck of New Yorkers
As if taxpayers don’t have enough government debt weighing them down, the state Legislature voted to tack on another $5 billion, allowing the red ink for the New York State Housing Finance Agency (HFA) to hit $36.28 billion.
DeStefano Named to Key Legislative Commission
“It’s important to have a local voice on this commission, which is charged with examining, evaluating, and making recommendations concerning the distribution of state aid,” DeStefano said.
South Shore Press Sports Director and Sports Betting Guru Tom Barton's Take on the NFL Playoffs
If you're placing bets on the NFL Playoffs this weekend, South Shore Press Sports Director Tom Barton is the nation's leading authority to listen to.
Moriches students learn about Gila monsters from expert researcher
Fifth-grade students at Moriches Elementary School had the opportunity to learn about Gila monsters from Dr. Kevin Bonine, a well-known professor and director of the Arizona Institute for Resilience at the University of Arizona.
Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Jan. 11
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 11.
GEICO alleges fraudulent billing scheme by New York medical practice
Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) has filed a lawsuit against Glenmore Medical, P.C., a New York-based medical practice, and several associated healthcare professionals, accusing them of defrauding the insurer out of more than $1.3 million through fraudulent no-fault insurance claims.
Lawsuit filed against former employee by e-commerce company, AudioSavings, over fraud allegations
A lawsuit has been filed in the Eastern District of New York by e-commerce company E-Distributors Inc., doing business as AudioSavings, accusing its former employee, Robert Woitkowski, of fraudulent misconduct. The complaint, filed December 30, 2024, also names AAF Solutions LLC and Channing Devane Trick as defendants, accusing them of engaging in fraudulent activities that have caused significant harm to the plaintiff.
Big Honors for Stony Brook Women's Hoops Player
Stony Brook University's Zaida Gonzalez has been named Division I Women’s Player of the Week by the Met Basketball Writers Association.
JC Encarnacion Returns To The Flock
“We look forward to having JC back on Long Island,” said Ducks Manager Lew Ford. “He adds speed and power to our lineup while also playing terrific defense in the outfield.”
Pioneering virtual colonoscopy: Professor Jerome Liang's contributions to early cancer detection
From a young age, Professor Jerome Zhengrong Liang was intrigued by the universe's mysteries.
Neuroscience students recognized for innovative claymation on circadian rhythms
A group of doctoral students from the Program in Neuroscience have gained recognition in the Brain Awareness video contest organized by BrainFacts.org and the Society for Neuroscience.
Hunters, Fisherman, and Gun Owners Left Out of New York’s Automatic Voter Registration Law
During debate on the Senate floor, it became clear that the law excludes certain groups of potential voters who also interact with state registration agencies on applications and checks. Hunters, fishermen, and gun owners are specifically excluded.
State Conservatives: Governor Hochul ‘Lays an Egg’ at 2025 State of the State Address
There are over 200 proposals in the State of the State book including programs ranging from a Baby Benefit paying women $100 a month during pregnancy and $1,200 upon birth, child care funding, and free community college for students ages 25-55 in certain needed fields.
WFHS Senior Nominated for Prestigious U.S. Presidential Scholars Program
Victoria Basharina, a senior at William Floyd High School, has been selected as one of just 25 New York State nominees for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students who represent excellence in education and the promise of greatness in the leaders of tomorrow.
Suffolk Cops Collar Thief. Kids Gets Bike Back.
The Suffolk County Police Department always gets their man. Sometimes when that happens, it means a stolen bike is returned to its rightful owner.
Miller Place School District Unveils New Gymnasium At Andrew Muller Primary School
The Miller Place School District recently completed construction of its new, state-of-the-art gymnasium at Andrew Muller Primary School.
WFLC Student WIns Big in Brookhaven Recycling Contest
Jeremy Pelaez, a fifth-grade student in Sandra Bretton’s art class at the William Floyd Learning Center, was recently selected as a second-place winner in the inaugural “Brookhaven Recycles” poster contest.
Town Board Honors Red Knights Motorcycle Club
The Brookhaven Town Board honored the Red Knights Motorcycle Club New York Chapter 26 for co-sponsoring the annual holiday Teddy Bear Run to collect donations of new Teddy Bears for thousands of needy children in Brookhaven Town.
Brookhaven Town Board Honored Local Doctor
At a recent Town Board meeting held on January 9, the Brookhaven Town Board recognized Dr. Shaorui Li for her contributions through her work with the Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Advisory Board.
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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.