News by Deborah Williams

News by Deborah Williams on South Shore Press


Jun 9, 2025

Summer is Here – Many Can Visit NY State Parks for Free/Discounted

Summer is Here – Many Can Visit NY State Parks for Free/Discounted

Jun 6, 2025

Suffolk County Eligible for Additional Supportive Housing Funding

Suffolk County Supportive Housing projects are eligible for substantial new funding in the recently passed New York State FY26 budget.

Jun 6, 2025

Suffolk County’s Orbic Electronics Investing $110 Million – Over 1,000 New Jobs

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that Orbic Electronics Manufacturing, LLC, a specialized global manufacturer of telecommunications and consumer electronics devices, has broken ground on its new $110 million manufacturing global hub.

Jun 4, 2025

Free Air Conditioners for Essential Health Plan Members with Asthma

Governor Kathy Hochul announced new resources to help some New Yorkers with asthma when the summer heat begins to hit.

Jun 2, 2025

DOGE Report: Musk’s Time Without Comparison in Modern History

President Donald Trump held a lengthy press conference in the Oval Office to thank Elon Musk for his time serving as head of the Department of Government efficiency (DOGE).

Jun 2, 2025

Senator Dean Murray Praises Law Enforcement Following Investigation into Marijuana Edibles and Renews Call for Legislation to Protect Children

The investigation has led to the arrest of three individuals, one of whom is believed to have supplied the students with marijuana gummies.

Jun 2, 2025

Suffolk County Police Vehicle Auction is Coming Up

The Suffolk County Police Department Impound Section will hold an auction on June 7

Jun 2, 2025

Community Blood Drives are Coming Up – Help Save a Neighbor!

Community Blood Drives are Coming Up – Help Save a Neighbor!

Jun 2, 2025

Dead Body Found in East Shoreham Pool

Suffolk County Police Homicide Squad detectives are investigating after a man was found dead in a pool in East Shoreham at approximately 4:20 p.m. on May 25.

May 29, 2025

Hochul Uses Taxpayer Dollars to Subsidize Building Vehicles New Yorkers Won’t be Able to Buy

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that she directed the use of just under $17 million in taxpayer funds to subsidize V8 engines that New Yorkers soon won’t be allowed to buy themselves.

May 29, 2025

Connetquot Schools Recognize Exemplary, and Life-saving, Students and Faculty

The Connetquot Board of Education recognized exemplary students and faculty for leadership and academic honors at their May 27th meeting.

May 29, 2025

Bellport Seniors Earn ‘Building Bridges Award’

Bellport High School Multicultural Student Association President Alyssa Vargas and Secretary Rosemarie Okorafor were recently named recipients of the Building Bridges Award presented by the Jewish Community Relations Council of Long Island.

May 28, 2025

Connetquot High School Holds ‘Coming Together Day’

The Connetquot High School turf field was the backdrop for Edward J. Bosti, Cherokee Street, Duffield Avenue, Edith Slocum, Idle Hour, John Pearl and Sycamore Avenue fifth-grade students who enthusiastically gathered for the Connetquot Central School District’s Coming Together Day on May 27.

May 28, 2025

Suffolk County to Receive Over $2.3 Million for Summer Youth Employment

Governor Kathy Hochul announced Suffolk County will receive $2,315,367 in Summer Youth Employment funds.

May 28, 2025

Suffolk Community College ReConnect is Launched – Free Community College in High-Demand Occupations

Suffolk Community College (SCC) rolled out its Reconnect program this week.

May 27, 2025

Suffolk County Executive Warns of Scam Bilking Seniors

Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina joined Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine warning Suffolk County residents of a new scam

May 27, 2025

Sayville Elementary Schoolers Celebrate First Responders

The annual first responders parade honored family members and friends of Sunrise Drive students who serve.

May 27, 2025

DOGE Report: See Something, Say Something Applies to Fraud Too, Says DOGE

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) continues its work ferreting out crazy programs in foreign countries using US tax dollars for ‘cultural services” and ‘DEI operas” and it is working hard on the homeland fixing processes and eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse.

May 23, 2025

Hochul Announces Millions in Downtown Revitalization Initiative and NY Forward Programs in Suffolk County

Governor Kathy Hochul announced millions in awards in Suffolk County as part of two economic development programs: the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) and NY Forward.

May 23, 2025

Suspended Suffolk County Police Officer Indicted for Sexually Assaulting Two Women While Off Duty & Running Brothels

Suspended Suffolk County Police Officer Indicted for Sexually Assaulting Two Women While Off Duty & Running Brothels

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Education

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.


Local

Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing

Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.


Local

Leave Fireworks to the Pros or Risk Tragedy This Fourth of July

Suffolk officials warn against illegal fireworks, want residents to enjoy the July 4th holiday without blowing themselves up.