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Two freshmen win logo contest for William Floyd High School's 'Puffs' production
William Floyd High School freshmen Audriana Smith and Welman Gomez Zelaya have been named winners of a logo design contest for the school’s theater program.
New York State Education Department allows Regents exam exemptions for major life events
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) has introduced a new policy allowing students affected by significant life events to be exempt from taking Regents examinations required for graduation.
SWR's offense explodes before the half
Shoreham-Wading River wasted no time getting on the scoreboard early and often this week in their dominant win over Port Jefferson.
Sachem North ends the season streaking
It was a cold and windy Halloween night at Fred Fusaro Alumni Stadium, but that didn’t stop Sachem North from extending their season-long winning streak.
Ward Melville gets a shutout in the season finale
The Ward Melville Patriots concluded their regular season in dominant fashion, finishing with an impressive 7-1 overall record.
Stony Brook University installs 10 faculty into endowed positions at annual ceremony
Stony Brook University recognized 10 faculty members at its annual investiture ceremony, which took place on October 24 at the Charles B. Wang Center Theater during Homecoming weekend.
Long Island diver chronicles Turkish submarine wreck
Go with deep sea diver Ozzy Kurtoglu to the wreck of the Turkish submarine Dumlupinar.
Suffolk County Community College announces James J.A. Mercer art exhibit in Brentwood
Suffolk County Community College will host an exhibition titled “James J. A. Mercer: Without Thinking” at its Sagtikos Art Gallery on the Michael J. Grant Campus in Brentwood.
William Floyd High School's business education department wins seventh state honor
The William Floyd High School Business Education Department has been recognized as the Business Education & Marketing “Department of the Year” by the Business Teachers Association of New York State for the seventh time.
SNAP soda spending draws health and welfare backlash
SNAP and soda are the focus of this story by Reporter Robert Chartuk.
Zombie home battle continues across Brookhaven
Zombie homes come down across Brookhaven.
Kennedy outlines spending plan for $188 million bond sale
Comptroller Kennedy goes deeper into Suffolk’s recent $188.7 million borrowing.
Applause for a great cause at Amityville Music Hall
Flaunting a spirited “four bands, four styles, one goal” attitude, the "Band Together for Good" mini-music festival and fundraiser benefits Family & Children’s Association (FCA)—the Island’s oldest and largest human service organization.
Blame it on the rain, Babe: overnight closures on Sunrise
Motorists traveling westbound on Sunrise Highway (State Route 27) through the Town of Brookhaven were advised that Exit 59 to Exit 57 — Wading River Road to Yaphank Avenue and Horseblock Road, respectively — would be shut down temporarily.
DENTAL365 Honors Veterans with a free Day of Dentistry
In honor of Veterans Day, Dental365 will once again host its annual Free Day of Dentistry for Veterans.
Gottfried on Late Knight Warriors event: 'Our mission is to have good times for good causes'
Late Knight Warriors will host Cocktails for a Cause on Saturday, Nov. 15, to raise funds for 1-year-old Jackson Berry of West Babylon, who is battling an aggressive form of leukemia and needs a bone marrow transplant.
Shoreham-Wading River soccer remains perfect
The Shoreham-Wading River boys’ soccer team ended its regular season the same way it played all year — with another victory.
Hills East win their 5th in a row
Half Hollow Hills East continued its impressive surge this week, improving its record to 5-2 and extending its winning streak to five straight games. After a slow start to the season, the Thunderbirds have found their rhythm and are now one of the hottest teams in the league.
Musings From the VA Hospital Waiting Room
“Thank You For Your Service.” That is what this South Shore Press reporter heard over and over as she accompanied her dad through the VA Hospital.
Trucker found guilty of killing girlfriend in Patchogue
Willie Hart, of Yaphank, was found guilty of Murder in the Second Degree for murdering his girlfriend Candace Woodruffoutside of a Patchogue motel.
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Undersheriff Kuehhas Honored After 40 Years Service in NY
Suffolk County officials gathered in Yaphank to honor Undersheriff Steven Kuehhas as he marked his retirement after four decades of public service.