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Dec 17, 2025

Customer sues Northstar Kia over alleged pricing and loan discrepancies

In a recent court filing in New York's Southern District Court on December 4th, Jeffrey Rosselli accuses Queens Motor Cars LLC d/b/a Northstar Kia of deceptive business practices involving misleading pricing and unauthorized charges during his...

Dec 17, 2025

CJC Distributors sues logistics firms over missing $1 million shipment

CJC Distributors has filed a lawsuit against several logistics companies for alleged mismanagement leading to a $1 million loss of goods intended for delivery from Nevada to New York.

Dec 17, 2025

Insurance firm Wilton Reassurance sues beneficiaries over disputed death benefit payout

Wilton Reassurance Life Company of New York is suing two beneficiaries for allegedly retaining overpaid death benefits totaling more than $137,000 following Emma Beckley's passing in August 2023.

Dec 17, 2025

Lucharitos GM on Reindeer Paint Party in Center Moriches: 'It's going to be a lot of fun'

Center Moriches’ Lucharitos will host its first Reindeer Paint Party on Sunday, Dec. 21, giving local residents an opportunity to create holiday-themed art in the café’s private space while enjoying food and drinks.

Dec 17, 2025

Suffolk County sees lowest price for E85 gas at $1.89 in week ending Dec. 13 2025

The cheapest per-gallon price for E85 gas in Suffolk County during the week ending Dec. 13 2025 was $1.89 per gallon.

Dec 17, 2025

Study links tumor metabolism with chemotherapy drug effectiveness

An international team of researchers, including Peter J. Tonge, PhD, from Stony Brook University, has identified a link between tumor metabolism and the effectiveness of chemotherapy drugs in cancer cells.

Dec 17, 2025

2025: A Year of Progress

County Executive Ed Romaine touts progress made in 2025.

Dec 17, 2025

Local Leaders Salute New Eagle Scout Andrew Davidson

Smithtown Eagle Scout Soars

Dec 17, 2025

Snow Leaves Postcard Scenes

Take a snowy walk through the South Shore Press.

Dec 17, 2025

Living another day to help others.

Kept alive through paralysis, cancer, and a near-fatal heart blockage, Steve Castleton believes his life was spared for one purpose—to keep helping others.

Dec 16, 2025

Stony Brook Remains Unbeaten at Home

The Stony Brook men’s basketball team earned CAA Team of the Week honors this week after putting together an impressive stretch of performances at home. The Seawolves picked up victories over Columbia and Central Michigan, continuing their strong start to the season.

Dec 16, 2025

Smithtown Celebrates Night of Champions

The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education proudly recognized several championship teams this week during its Board of Education meeting, celebrating an outstanding year marked by dedication, perseverance, and athletic excellence. Each team was introduced by Director of Athletics Jason Lambert, who highlighted the remarkable accomplishments achieved throughout the season.

Dec 16, 2025

SWR Wins the White Plains Tiger Invitational

The Shoreham-Wading River varsity wrestling team captured the team championship at the White Plains Tiger Invitational this week, delivering a dominant performance against strong competition. The Wildcats defeated 11 other teams representing Section I, Section IX, and the Catholic High School Athletic Association, showcasing their depth, toughness, and consistency throughout the tournament.

Dec 16, 2025

Perrino Wins #100

This week, Miller Place junior AJ Perrino reached a major milestone, earning the 100th victory of his high school wrestling career. Achieving 100 wins before the end of a junior season is a testament to Perrino’s consistency, dedication, and high level of performance on the mat, and it places him among the elite wrestlers in the program’s history.

Dec 16, 2025

Floyd Basketball Watches Two Success Stories

It’s rare for athletes to see firsthand how much success hard work can bring, but that opportunity came this past week for the William Floyd girls’ basketball team. The Colonials attended the Basketball Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut, an annual event featuring elite Division I matchups.

Dec 16, 2025

Puerta Competes on the World Stage

Sachem’s own Vanessa Puerta has been called up to the Colombian U-17 Women’s National Team for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2025, marking a major milestone in her young soccer career.

Dec 16, 2025

Trump Hosts the Miracle on Ice Team

Last week there was a Miracle in the White House. That is because thirteen members of the 1980 U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team visited into the Oval Office wearing white cowboy hats, a callback to what they donned during the opening ceremonies of the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid.

Dec 16, 2025

The Ducks Announce Their 2026 Coaching Staff

The Long Island Ducks have announced their coaching staff for the 2026 season. Lew Ford returns for his third season as Ducks manager and is joined by returning pitching coach Bobby Blevins and newcomer Tim Battle Jr., who will serve as bench coach.

Dec 16, 2025

Smithtown's Marcus Wertheim Leads Team Australia

Former Smithtown lacrosse standout Marcus Wertheim is dominating on the world stage. The Smithtown alumnus, who currently attends Brown University, led all players at the Super Sixes tournament, delivering an elite performance against international competition.

Dec 16, 2025

Sachem's Coach Mercurio Elected to Lacrosse Board

Congratulations to Sachem Athletic Hall of Famer Rick Mercurio, who was elected to the World Lacrosse Board of Directors during the organization’s 2025 General Assembly. Mercurio fills one of two open Strategic Director positions, marking another significant milestone in his distinguished career in the sport.

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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.