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Brookhaven Hosts Black History Month Celebration
Dr. Michelle Raysor delivered the keynote address, and according to Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico, she “spoke about the grit necessary to succeed and never give up.”
Mather Nurse recognized for Saving House Fire Victim
Steven Cortes, a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, was honored with a lifesaver award from Northwell’s Anesthesia Service Line for his role in saving the life of a house fire victim.
GM Mindy Ryan on GDC Roller Skate Rink in Greenport: 'A learning experience for the entire family'
The George D. Costello Sr. Memorial Skate Rink in Greenport is offering free lessons and skate rentals for all ages, from toddlers to adults. Free lessons are available during All Skate sessions, which will be held Saturday, Feb. 15; Sunday, Feb. 16; and Monday, Feb. 17, from noon to 3 p.m.
South Shore Press EXCLUSIVE: State Yanks "JIHAD123" License Plate
After numerous inquiries from the South Shore Press to officials at the NYS DMV pertaining to the validity and appropriateness of the plate, state officials confirmed it was an actual plate they issued, and promised to pull it based on questions and information from the South Shore Press.
Another Jets Failure Leads To Another "Rebuild"
This week the Jets front office informed their 41 year old quarterback Aaron Rodgers that they will be moving on from his services for next season.
No Time To Rest - The 2026 Super Bowl Odds
As the green and white confetti was still falling from the sky many sports bettors around the country barely allowed themselves a minute to reflect and enjoy the big game win, they were already looking at 2026.
Suffolk Swimmers Standout At The Championship
Rocky Point junior Trevor Green won the Section XI Championship in both the 100-yard Individual Medley and the 200-yard backstroke.
Local Officials Freak Out Over MTA Payroll Tax
They first tried it in 2009, and the public backlash was so heavy they rolled it back. And now, as if New Yorkers aren’t taxed enough, they’re thinking about it again: a payroll tax to shovel more money at the black hole known as the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
South America Crime Fighter Offers U.S. a Hand in Corralling Criminals
Nassau Executive Bruce Blakeman, a Republican, has assigned 10 detectives to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and offered the use of his county’s jails to hold prisoners for deportation.
Straight Out of a Gillian Flynn Novel: Sagamore Aide Arrested for Sexual Conduct with Teenage Human Trafficking Victim, Post-Rescue
The cross between “American Horror Story” and “Twin Peaks: Long Island Edition” did not fade away with a happy ending ride off into the sunset upon an emotionally aching father’s movie-like one-man rescue mission of his month-long missing daughter.
William Floyd School District announces two-hour delay due to weather
Due to anticipated weather conditions, the William Floyd School District has announced a two-hour delay for Wednesday, February 12.
The American Nightmare: “The Brutalist” Should win Best Picture (PREDICTION)
With one press conference canceled and another event hilariously reported to a full day early, my Friday afternoon slate freed itself up on Feb. 7th. Ergo: this crime reporter and lifestyle columnist hybrid of late could get back to doing what he has historically done best, and used to do damn-near exclusively: watching movies, and writing about them.
Lawsuit alleges town zoning changes constitute illegal property taking
Kincade Enterprises LLC has taken legal action against the Town of Brookhaven over zoning changes they claim illegally restrict development on their property.
Lawsuit accuses Town of Hempstead and BusPatrol of illegally issuing 80,000 school bus tickets
A class action lawsuit has been filed against the Town of Hempstead and BusPatrol America for allegedly issuing unauthorized traffic tickets using unapproved monitoring systems across multiple school districts.
Stony Brook innovators honored on National Inventors' Day
The Office for Research and Innovation, along with Intellectual Property Partners (IPP), took the opportunity on National Inventors’ Day to honor the contributions of Stony Brook University inventors.
Stony Brook hosts inaugural B.R.I.D.G.E.S., promoting interdisciplinary research among graduates
The inaugural B.R.I.D.G.E.S. Cross-Departmental Graduate Research Conference took place on January 30 at Stony Brook University's Student Activities Center, marking a significant milestone for graduate students across various departments.
Stony Brook hosts grant writing workshop with NEH & ACLS experts
The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook University is organizing a regional grant application writing workshop on February 27.
Artisan market at Stony Brook University highlights student creativity
Stony Brook University is set to host a new Artisan Market, organized by the Auxiliary Services Association (ASA) Department of Engagement and Guest Experience.
Whaling Museum assistant director calls Deep Sea Adventure: 'a lot of fun'
The Whaling Museum in Cold Spring Harbor is offering Deep Sea Adventure as well as Monster Mayhem for children and adults to take a technology-enhanced journey into one of the region’s biggest attractions: the sea
Dems Cave on Delaying Special Election Start Date
It appears the plan hatched by Democrats in the State Legislature and halls of Congress to give Governor Kathy Hochul new powers to delay special elections in New York State is dead.
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
KD Still Moves the Needle
This weekend Kevin Durant was sitting on a stage at Fanatics Fest in New York City when the host of the panel he was on informed him that he was just traded to the Houston Rockets. Durant seemed stunned by the move and had little to say other than "We will see what happens."
Are We In The New Dead Ball Era?
Aaron Judge has been flirting with batting .400 all season long, he also is on pace to hit nearly 60 home runs again. Cal Raleigh became the first switch hitter to ever hit 30 home runs before the halfway point in the season, and he has a chance to set the all-time home run mark for a catcher. Eugenio Suarez and Shohei Ohtani are on pace to hit 50 home runs and Kyle Schwarber is not far behind.