Latest News
Belli Back to the Bronx
The New York Yankees believed they had the best offer on the table for their star outfielder to return and chose not to budge during negotiations. In the end, that strategy proved successful, as Cody Bellinger and the Yankees agreed Wednesday to a five-year, $162.5 million contract that keeps him in pinstripes for the foreseeable future.
DA: Three Home Health Aides Stole $173K From Elderly Woman
Three home health aides have been arrested and charged with stealing nearly $173,000 from an 84-year-old woman they were paid to care for, Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney announced.
Suffolk Deputies Seize Two Ghost Guns
Suffolk County sheriff’s deputies recovered two illegal, non-serialized firearms during separate incidents, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
Bayport Man Arrested for Child Pornography Charges
Suffolk County Police have arrested a Bayport man on felony charges related to the possession and promotion of child pornography, authorities said.
Plaintiffs Allege Mortgage Servicers Breached Contracts with Unlawful Fees
A group of plaintiffs has filed a class-action lawsuit against major mortgage servicers accusing them of unlawfully charging excessive fees on reverse mortgages.
Hochul Proposes $260B Budget Focused on Affordability
Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled a proposed $260 billion state budget that she said is designed to make New York more affordable for working families while preparing the state for economic uncertainty from Washington.
GOP Blasts Hochul’s $260B Budget as Bloated, Unaffordable
Republican and conservative leaders sharply criticized Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed $260 billion state budget, calling it bloated, irresponsible and a major driver of New York’s affordability crisis.
Opinion: Hochul Goes for Gold in Gaslighting
The Worst Governor in America Kathy Hochul wins a gold medal in gaslighting for falsely claiming her proposed $260 billion budget “does not raise taxes.”
New York Seeks More Volunteer Firefighters Amid Decline
New York’s volunteer fire and emergency services are facing a gradual decline in personnel, prompting renewed efforts to recruit and retain volunteers across the state.
South Shore Press Video Vault: Blown Calls and Not Knowing Rules Leads to NFL Officiating Crisis
In this episode of the South Shore Press Video Vault, Sports Director Tom Barton joins host Stefan Mychajliw to tackle what many are calling an officiating crisis in the NFL.
Brookhaven Boaters Warned: Renew Slips Before February 1st
If you want to secure a boat slip in Brookhaven, you better move fast if you haven't already.
Brookhaven Opens Grove Apartments, Expands Affordable Housing
The Town of Brookhaven marked a major milestone in its affordable housing efforts with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Grove Apartments, a newly completed residential community offering high-quality workforce housing.
DeStefano and Murray Unite to Honor MLK in Longwood
Students, families, and community members came together for Longwood Central School District’s annual “Unity Walk,” part of the district’s Unity Day celebration honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
William Floyd Senior Selected for Parrish Art Museum Program
WFHS senior Bella Humberstone has been selected to serve on the Parrish Art Museum’s ARTscope Teen Council, an 18-week paid internship program designed to introduce students to careers in museums and the visual arts.
Suffolk Police, Sheriff’s Office Honor MLK Day Together
Two of Suffolk County’s largest law enforcement agencies marked Martin Luther King Jr. Day by joining community members in Riverhead to reflect on Dr. King’s legacy of service, unity and compassion.
Job Seekers Take Note: The SCPD is Hiring
The Suffolk County Police Department is accepting applications for a provisional Data Base Manager position, a technical role focused on maintaining and improving the department’s computer databases.
America Must Stand By ICE Amid Tragedy And Truth
Immigration laws should be enforced, not ignored.
Hills West Girls Track Team Impresses Again
The Hills West girls indoor track team had a strong day of competition this season at the Stanner Games, delivering several standout performances against elite competition.
Peters Jumps into a New Record
Ramelo Peters of the Half Hollow Hills East boys winter track team broke a long-standing school record this week with an outstanding performance in the pole vault. Peters cleared 13 feet, officially surpassing a record that had stood for seven years. The jump not only set a new school mark but also ranks him second overall in Suffolk County this season.
South Shore Press Video Vault: NFL Coaching Carousel Spins Round and Round
In this episode of the South Shore Press Video Vault, host Stefan Mychajliw is joined by South Shore Press Sports Director Tom Barton, to discuss the ongoing coaching carousel in the NFL
Daily Feed
ESM History Made at State Championships
Eastport-South Manor junior Maddie Laezza made school history this past weekend, delivering a performance that will be remembered for years to come at the New York State Track and Field Championships.