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Trio of ESM music standouts headed to NYSSMA
Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School student-musicians Bennett Leselrod, Logan Penkower and Jayden Dell’Isola were selected to attend the NYSSMA All-State Winter Conference Honors Ensembles in December.
All pride, no hiding: ChatGPT Edu introduced at Hofstra
Considered one of its early Long Island adopters, Hofstra University recently announced plans to unleash campuswide access to ChatGPT Edu, an offshoot of the popular AI tool designed specifically for educational institutions.
New York Islanders 2025 preview
The New York Islanders open up the 2025 season with many of the same questions that they had during seemingly every season in recent memory.
$140 million in state broadband funding aiding Suffolk
Better access to the Internet is coming to Suffolk County and across New York.
Stony Brook hosts hands-on ocean acoustics training for graduate students
More than two dozen graduate students from universities across the United States took part in the Ocean Acoustics Summer in School program (OASIS) at Stony Brook University’s Southampton Marine Sciences Center this summer.
William Floyd Colonials shut out Brentwood in homecoming football game
The William Floyd Colonials football team secured a 20-0 victory over Brentwood during the school’s 2025 Homecoming event at the Lincoln Avenue Sports Complex.
People’s Arc of Suffolk honors local businesses
People's Arc of Suffolk (Arc) hosted its first annual Partners in Excellence Awards breakfast.
ESM students lead presidential election simulation
In recognition of Constitution Day on Sept. 17th, Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School students engaged in an interactive learning experience designed to bring the U.S. electoral process to life.
Law enforcement teams unite for Project Thank A Cop event
Multiple Long Island police departments battle is out in a tug of war contest.
Smithtown West Bulls shine in homecoming win and celebration
Smithtown High School West celebrated a spirited homecoming weekend that brought the entire community together and capped off with a victory on the football field.
William Floyd alumni authors return for library event
Some of William Floyd High School’s most accomplished alumni will return to their roots later this month to share their journeys as published authors in an event designed to inspire the next generation of storytellers.
Stony Brook launches pilot summer research program for transfer students
A group of 22 community college transfer students took part in a new summer pilot program at Stony Brook University aimed at introducing them to on-campus research before the start of fall classes.
Community pride at William Floyd homecoming parade
See who marched in the William Floyd Homecoming parade.
Veterans Resource Fair at Brookhaven Town Hall
The annual Veterans Resource Fair will be held on Monday, October 6, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Farmingville teen indicted for weapons possession, assault
Kyri Law, 18, of Farmingville, was indicted for Criminal Possession of a Weapon and Assault after he rammed into a police vehicle while trying to flee, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced.
Santos From Behind Bars: Solitary Confinement
I renew my plea to President Trump: intervene. Help me escape this daily torment and let me return to my family.
Scoring early and often pushes the Patriots past Bay Shore
This past Saturday was a day for big plays when Ward Melville met up with Bay Shore, but unfortunately for Bay Shore all of those big plays were made by Ward Melville, in all three phases of the game.
Some things never change as Cipp leads Bellport
Stop me if you've heard this before. A Cipp leads Bellport football to a win.
Ask Nancy: Medical Directives MOLST & DNR
A living will is another health-related estate planning document you can execute at any time. Living wills provide authorization for your health care proxy agent to withhold or withdraw life-sustaining treatment.
The Dangerous Revolutionary War Year of 1780
The British, with their advantages in weapons, manpower, national wealth, and leadership, now also had to contend with the Franco-American alliance.
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Record Setting Maggie McCormick Competes at Nationals
The Bay Shore Schools Board of Education recently recognized and congratulated girls varsity cross country standout Maggie McCormick for her outstanding achievements on the track and on the national stage. McCormick, who has committed to the University of Florida, was honored for her performance at the Nike Cross Country Nationals, one of the most prestigious high school running events in the country.
Ducks Have First Signing of 2026
The Long Island Ducks have announced the team’s first signing of 2026, welcoming Major League veteran outfielder Jacob Robson. Robson will begin his first season with the Ducks, his second in the Atlantic League, and his 10th season in professional baseball.
The King is Back in the South Shore Press
The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.