News by Deborah Williams
News by Deborah Williams on South Shore Press
The IRS May Owe You Money
73,000 New Yorkers have money waiting for them at the IRS. One of them could be you.
New York’s Local Wine and Spirits Stores Threatened by Proposed Bill in Albany
Local wine and liquor storeowners fear a bill in the New York State legislature that would allow wine sales in grocery stores will put them out of business.
Long Islands Wins State Revitalization Grants
Farmingdale is the Long Island winner of a $4.5 million grant from New York State’s NY Forward program.
DOGE Report: Who Does Elon Musk Work For and What Does DOGE Do?
Who does Musk work for and is he trying to accomplish anything any different than what other presidents tried to do?
Backyard Burn Ban is in Effect
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced the annual statewide ban prohibiting residential brush burning begins March 16 and runs through May 14.
Hochul Meets Trump in White House - Again
Governor Kathy Hochul traveled to Washington, DC to meet again with President Donald Trump this past week.
Gummy Bill Introduced in Move to Protect Kids from Edible Cannabis
NYS Senator Dean Murray (R,C-Medford) and Assemblywoman Giglio (R,C-Riverhead) are working together on legislation in response to a recent edible cannabis gummy consumption incident involving children at school.
William Floyd High School Chemistry Teacher Martin Palermo Selected for Prestigious Educator Program
WFHS Chemistry teacher, Dr. Martin Palermo, was selected for the New York State Education Department’s VITAL (Virtual Implementation of Teaching and Learning) Educator Program.
The Nation and Suffolk County Celebrate K9 Veterans Day
Every March 13th since 2021 has been ‘K9 Veterans Day’ in Suffolk County. And, President Donald Trump recognized this important K9 day from the White House
William Floyd High School Student Shines the Light on Rare Diseases
William Floyd High School student Caitlyn Michiels, Founder of Caitlyn’s Vision took the youth lead on Suffolk County Rare Diseases Day.
Suffolk County Offers Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for Dogs, Cats and Ferrets
The Suffolk County Department of Health Services in conjunction with the Town of Brookhaven and Eastern Long Island Academy of Applied Technology will offer free rabies vaccinations by appointment for dogs, cats and ferrets on Friday, March 21, 2025.
Governor Hochul Endorses ‘Bell-to-Bell’ Smartphone Ban in New York’s Schools
After months of back and forth and listening tours Hochul is ready to say ‘No Smartphones Phones in School’.
Statewide DWI Crack Down During St. Patrick’s Day Festivities
Local sheriff and police departments across the state are cooperating with New York State Troopers to crack down on drunken and impaired drivers during the St. Patrick’s Day season of festivities.
DOGE Report: Trump Speaks from the Oval Office
Critics seem more upset that the waste, fraud, and abuse are being exposed than they are about the waste, fraud, and abuse existing.
Massive Wildfire Breaks Out in the Westhampton Pine Barrens
A devastating wildfire broke out in the Pine Barrens Saturday afternoon resulting in a declaration of a state of emergency. Over 400 acres were burned.
New York Wants to Spend Taypayer Funds for Trans Surgery for Inmates and Put Men in Women’s Prisons
New York’s Senate and Assembly have both introduced bills (S1049/A5478) that would use your tax dollars to pay for transgender surgeries for prisoners.
Women’s History Month – Elevating Women Fighting for the Second Amendment
Bellantoni became known in Suffolk County for her vigorous defense of Suffolk County residents against the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) for serious infringements of their Second Amendment rights.
Trump Declares March 2025 Irish-American Heritage Month
The Irish American Society of Nassau, Suffolk, & Queens couldn’t be happier about it. March is the month of all things Irish and this is just one more thing elevating Irish culture and pride in Irish heritage and stories.
State Announces $90 million for Local Governments to Enhance Road Safety and Reduce Fatalities
Governor Kathy Hochul announced $90 million is now available to help local governments enhance safety and reduce fatalities on their roads.
Mastic Beach Ambulance Company Announces 2024 Top Responder and Volunteer Hours Awards
The Mastic Beach Ambulance Company gave out its annual Top Responder and Volunteer Hours Awards.
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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.
Are The Mets Going with a Youth Movement?
It’s hard to believe that the New York Mets, with a billionaire owner, might opt for a youth movement after spending so much on a star player like Juan Soto just last season, but that nightmare might become a reality for Amazin’ fans.
Bowl Season Brings Value
The new landscape of college football has brought many changes, and the transfer portal has significantly affected bowl games. More and more players are opting out of bowl games if their teams aren’t in the College Football Playoff, and while that is disappointing for fans, it gives sports bettors an edge.