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Jan 15, 2025

Bellport parks receive significant upgrades from Town of Brookhaven

Farmingville, NY - On January 16, Supervisor Dan Panico and Councilman Michael Loguercio visited Martha Avenue Park/Tony Gazzola Park in Bellport to discuss recent upgrades completed by the Town of Brookhaven Parks and Recreation Department.

Jan 14, 2025

South Shore Press Newscast: Talking SALT with George Santos

There could be big changes to your tax bill with Donald Trump as Commander in Chief.

Jan 14, 2025

The South Shore Press Is Going to DC for President Trump’s Inauguration

The South Shore Press is going to provide wall to wall coverage of the Inauguration of the 47th President of the United States: Donald J. Trump.

Jan 14, 2025

The Art of the “SALT” Deal!

Rep. Mike Lawler from the Hudson Valley is leading an ambitious effort to raise these caps to $100,000 for single filers and $200,000 for couples, a significant increase from the current limit.

Jan 14, 2025

Delta Air Lines accused of discrimination against Jewish employee

A Delta Air Lines employee has filed a lawsuit against the company, alleging discrimination and retaliation based on her Jewish and Israeli background. Sharon Lavy filed the complaint in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on December 24, 2024, naming Delta Air Lines, Inc. as the defendant.

Jan 14, 2025

Triplenet Pricing accuses online marketplace competitors Bear Down Brands & Sprig Technologies of price manipulation

A lawsuit filed in the Eastern District of New York accuses two companies of engaging in a scheme to manipulate product pricing on online marketplaces. Triplenet Pricing, LLC filed the complaint against Bear Down Brands, LLC and Sprig Technologies, Ltd. on January 2, 2025.

Jan 14, 2025

Town officials recognize chamber members for community service

On January 8, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle and Councilman Neil Foley attended a meeting of the Farmingville Hills Chamber of Commerce at the Bristal Assisted Living facility in Holtsville.

Jan 14, 2025

Suffolk County Community College reveals spring theatre season lineup

The Theatres at Suffolk County Community College, in conjunction with The Lively Arts Series, has announced its spring 2025 season lineup.

Jan 14, 2025

Anthropologists Martin and Wright to speak at Stony Brook lecture series

Stony Brook University will feature two prominent anthropologists in its Provost’s Lecture Series on February 11.

Jan 14, 2025

Stony Brook professor wins Frank R. Breul Memorial Prize for research on carceral attitudes

Kristen Brock-Petroshius, an assistant professor at Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare, has been honored with The Frank R. Breul Memorial Prize.

Jan 14, 2025

Brookhaven honors motorcycle club for aiding children's charity event

The Brookhaven Town Board recently recognized the Red Knights Motorcycle Club New York Chapter 26 for their role in co-sponsoring the annual Teddy Bear Run.

Jan 14, 2025

WFHS senior nominated for U.S Presidential Scholars Program

Victoria Basharina, a senior at William Floyd High School, has been nominated for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.

Jan 14, 2025

Officer’s Near Death Renews Call for Criminal Justice Reform

The horrific crash and near death of Suffolk Police Officer Brendon Gallagher, allegedly caused by an impaired driver with a weapons and road rage record, has renewed the call to revamp the state’s criminal justice system.

Jan 14, 2025

Name Suggestions Sought for New Yaphank Station

Now that the Yaphank Train Station is being moved to the other side of William Floyd Parkway, officials are looking for ideas on what to name the new facility.

Jan 14, 2025

Suffolk County Legislature Organizes for 2025

The Suffolk County Legislature held its annual Organizational Meeting, where Presiding Officer Kevin J. McCaffrey (R-Lindenhurst) and Deputy Presiding Officer Steven Flotteron (R-West Islip) were unanimously re-elected.

Jan 14, 2025

Suffolk County Wins Millions in State Regional Economic Development Awards

Empire State Development (ESD) announced more than $11 million has been awarded to support over 100 economic development projects through three programs during Round XIV of the Regional Economic Development Council initiative.

Jan 14, 2025

Storming The Phoenix: East Islip Man Charged with Kidnapping, Rape of Recently-Found Patchogue Teen

Suffolk County Police announced they had arrested a 64-year-old man for the rape and kidnapping of 14-year-old Emma Gervasi—who first went missing on the evening of Dec. 9th, inspiring a social media storm of a search party throughout the holidays.

Jan 14, 2025

Pure Perfection!

A battle for first place took place this week as the Shoreham-Wading River Wildcats and Mount Sinai Mustangs went toe to toe in girls basketball.

Jan 14, 2025

High School Hoops Coach Ryan McNeely Hits a Milestone

When the Mount Sinai Mustangs defeated Hampton Bays this week there was more to it than just adding a W in the win column on the season. With that victory Head Basketball Coach Ryan McNeely won his 200th Varsity Basketball win.

Jan 14, 2025

McInnes Adds Another Win To Her All American Resume

Sophia McInnes has been making winning look easy as she has put on dominating performance after dominating performance. This weekend at the Molloy Stanner Games McInnes set another record.

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Local

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.