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Trump Turns Key to the City
When he took over as America's 45th President, they did everything they could to kneecap his administration. He was subjected to a steady stream of media hits and censored. They said he was a Russian asset and launched a special counsel investigation. They unleashed a barrage of lawfare against him and impeached him twice. They tried to keep him off the ballot. And when all that didn't stop Donald Trump from running for reelection, they tried to kill him, twice.
Man on the Street: Trump Rally at Madison Square Garden
It's a diverse crowd at the Trump rally sharing the same vision: Make America Great Again. Here's what they had to say.
Public Tours the Historic Manor of St. George
Residents celebrated the history of a Colonial-era treasure by spending the day at the Manor of St. George in Mastic.
South Shore Press Endorses Eastern Suffolk Legislative Duo
She's an experienced and hard-working state representative with private sector experience. He's a former prosecutor committed to fighting crime and making Long Island more affordable. Together, they make up a legislative team that gets local concerns heard in a state Capitol dominated by Progressive interests.
Karen Dunne-Kesnig Night Coming Up at Pattersquash
Residents concerned about pressing issues in the Tri-Hamlet Area are looking forward to a special meeting November 4 with Brookhaven Councilwoman Karen Dunne-Kesnig.
Pattersquash Cleaner Thanks to Local Efforts
Pattersquash Creek will run a little cleaner thanks to the concerted efforts of local activists fueled by a grant from Suffolk Legislator Jim Mazzarella.
National Honor for William Floyd Teacher
It was a thrilling moment for the students at Tangier Smith Elementary School and for one of their teachers, who was about to be surprised with a $25,000 Milken Education Award.
Collectors Clamoring for Trump Portrait by Local Artist
Artist Elaine Thompson has done it again, winning rave reviews and hot sales of her new work, "Trump—The Party of Lincoln." She's created stunning portraits of Theodore Roosevelt, George Washington, and John F. Kennedy, and expects to soon sell out 2,500 limited edition prints of the 45th president.
Cash Aplenty in Congressional Races
Running for Congress gets more expensive with every campaign, and local candidates have been raking in the cash to compete.
Easy Path for Non-Citizens to Vote in New York
If you want to vote in the upcoming election and can't prove you're a U.S. citizen, no worries: they'll take your word for it.
Prop 1 Opposition Growing
Momentum is growing against a seemingly innocuous proposition on the November ballot that promises to give equal rights to all but, upon further review, will allow for a host of consequences many find undesirable. 
Suffolk is Trump Country Say 7-11 Patriots
Judging by the displays springing up along local highways and front yards, Suffolk is Trump Country. One such demonstration appears nearly every day on William Floyd Parkway, staged by a group going by the name of 7-11 Patriots Corner.
Some TLC for Historic Headstones From Local Scout
Dating back to the American Revolution, the historic cemetery at the Manor of St. George is looking better thanks to the hard work of a local scout.
Upgrade for Volunteer Firefighters Museum
Volunteer firefighters have been serving Long Island for decades and have a museum dedicated to them in Ridge, a facility that was recently upgraded thanks to state and town grants. 
Stunning Ecological Discovery in Stony Brook
The collapse of Stony Brook's Harbor Road dam and the draining of the centuries-old Mill Pond may have uncovered a previously unknown amphibian species, a discovery that has sent ripples of excitement through the environmental community.
Park Fee Fiasco at Smith Point
The handling of the fees people pay at Smith Point Park in Shirley has been lax, according to the county Comptroller, who singled out cash drawers that consistently had discrepancies.
$8.2 Million Down the Drain in Suffolk Billing Bungle
Suffolk taxpayers are out $8.2 million from the county's failure to bill for services provided at methadone and mental health clinics, according to a recent report by Comptroller John Kennedy.
Meet the Women of Distinction
An impressive group of Suffolk residents were recognized as Women of Distinction at a recent ceremony in Medford. Organized by state Assemblyman Joe DeStefano, the event included Congressman Andrew Garbarino, Senator Dean Murray, Legislators Dominick Thorne, Nick Caracappa, and Chad Lennon, and Brookhaven Town Council Members Mike Loguercio and Karen Dunne Kesnig. The annual ceremony demonstrates the dedication and commitment of the women who go above and beyond in service to their communities. 
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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.
Legislator Blasts Albany Gridlock as State Budget Delay Drags Into Fifth Week
Legislator vents spleen over late state budget.
Tierney Shuts Down Violent Gangs
Tierney to violent gangs: “You will be found. You will be indicted. And you will be removed from our streets.”