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New York to Risk $40 Billion in State Pension Funds on Green New Deal Investments
New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced $2.4 billion in additional investments of The New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund) into what they call “climate solution opportunities.”
NY Got Back $1.06 for Every $1 in Taxes Sent to DC
NY Got Back $1.06 for Every $1 in Taxes Sent to DC
Good News for Hochul and AOC Overshadows Schumer
New Siena poll shows Governor Hochul improving in the polls along with AOC, while Senator Schumer wanes.
Trump, Duffy Throw Down on Hochul’s Congestion Pricing
President Donald Trump and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy threatened to cut off federal funding for construction projects in New York City if Governor Kathy Hochul does not end Congestion Pricing scheme by the deadline.
Marine Response Team Activated After Kayaker Becomes Trapped in Terrell River
In the first water rescue for the year over the Easter weekend, the Marine Incident Response Team (MIRT) responded to a challenging water rescue in the Terrell River, within the East Moriches Fire District.
DOGE Report: Still Very Busy Setting Things Right for the Taxpayer
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) website has been updated showing estimated savings of $160 BILLION or $993.79 per taxpayer.
Hochul Announces $16.6 Million Pavement Renewal Project on Long Island
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that work is getting started on road resurfacing projects that will enhance safety and improve mobility along key stretches of five Long Island roadways, including the Meadowbrook State Parkway, Sunrise Highway, and William Floyd Parkway.
MarineMax in Huntington Hosts New York State Boating Safety Class Ahead of 2025 Brianna’s Law Deadline
MarineMax in Huntington is inviting local boaters to participate in an in-person New York State Boating Safety Course on Saturday, April 26, 202
Who Will Run Against Hochul for Governor of New York?
The South Shore Press had a conversation with New York State Conservative Party Chair, Gerry Kassar on his thoughts who might be considering a race for the Governor’s office from the Republican/Conservative side of the race.
Hochul Underwater: Majority of New Yorkers Don’t Want Governor to Run Again
A new Marist poll reveals terrible numbers for Governor Kathy Hochul. Her popularity, and that of other Democrats, has tanked.
Your Second Amendment Rights Don’t End at the State Line or At Least They Shouldn’t
Legislation that would require all of the states to cooperate and create smooth passage and the same Second Amendments rights to self-protection no matter which state you are in is on the table in the US House of Representatives
Safe Boating Certificate Required For All Beginning This Summer
Summer boating season is upon us and new regulations go with it. Starting January 1, 2025, a safety certificate became required of all boat operators, regardless of age, so this is the first boating season under the new rules.
Suffolk County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services Dispatchers Serve 24/7/365
Suffolk County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services (FRES) had a remarkable year fielding emergency service calls to help someone in need in Suffolk County.
DMVs are Overwhelmed with Last Minute Efforts to get REAL ID Drivers Licenses
Be prepared to wait for, and likely not even get, an appointment to get your REAL ID before the May 7 deadline gets here.
DiNapoli: State has No Clear Plan for over $450 million in COVID Medical Supplies
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli said in a recently released audit that the state spent nearly half a billion tax payer dollars on a medical stockpile but used little of it and has no clear plan for the leftover equipment and supplies.
DOGE Report: Its Only Money. Taxpayer Money, That Is.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) hit the ground running after President Donald Trump was inaugurated and hasn’t stopped for a breath since.
Stefanik Finds New Home in Her Old House
Women continue to take on leadership roles in the Trump Administration.
Making Showers Great Again in Under 13,000 Words
President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order (EO) aimed a pet peeve many Americans have when doing the simple daily task of taking a shower. The order called ‘Maintaining Acceptable Water Pressure in Showerheads’ repeals the 13,000-word regulation defining ‘showerhead’.
NY Democrat Can’t See How Black People or Immigrants can be Republicans
Questionable Facebook post made by Onondaga County Legislator
House Democrats Stand Firm Against Citizen-Only Voting
The US House of Representatives passed the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act on a largely party line vote.
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Sachem's Winter Athletes Honored
The Sachem Central School District was honored at the most recent Board of Education meeting recognizing the student-athletes, coaches and teams from both Sachem East and Sachem North for their outstanding achievements during the winter sports season.
SWR Mourns the Passing of Gilmore
Shoreham-Wading River school district lost a member of their district's family this week when Adrian Gilmore, a high school soccer coach passed away.
LoRe Adds to His Career Numbers
This week Miller Place senior goalie Christopher LoRe hit a milestone when he recorded 500th career save.