News by Deborah Williams

News by Deborah Williams on South Shore Press


Aug 6, 2025

Nearly $12 million Coming to Suffolk for South Shore Flood Projects

Flood resiliency projects in Suffolk ($11.7 million) and Nassau Counties ($9.5 million) to protect communities from flooding and enhance safety along key travel corridors is on the way.

Aug 6, 2025

Holbrook Man Indicted in Drug Distribution Operation

The Narcotics Section of the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) nabbed another drug dealer off the streets of Suffolk County.

Aug 6, 2025

Safe Boating Course Being Offered To The Public Via Zoom

Fulfill the State Boating Requirement and get a boat insurance discount when you take the Safe Boating course.

Aug 6, 2025

One-Stop-Shop Unveiled for Military, Veterans, and Family Members Interested in SUNY

There is a new state-wide program offering a One-Stop-Shop for active duty service members, veterans and family members currently enrolled or interested in attending any SUNY college or university.

Aug 5, 2025

DOGE Report: Savings and Reforms Continue for the American Taxpayer

The big savings this week from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) amounts to $4.9 billion in a canceled US Department of Energy (DoE) program approved under former President Joe Biden.

Aug 3, 2025

What the Heck Happened to the Democrat Party?

How did the Democrat Party end up with a Communist and open anti-Semite as its newest rising star?

Aug 3, 2025

The Presidential Fitness Test is Coming Back to America’s Schools

President Trump signed an Executive Order bringing the Presidential Fitness Test back to public schools nationwide.

Aug 1, 2025

Cherry Avenue School Gives Back to Community with ‘Broadway by The Sea’ Program

See a great play and help a family in need all at the same time!

Aug 1, 2025

Suffolk County Sales Tax Collection Up 3% For First Half of 2025

Suffolk County sales tax revenues are up 3% ($28 million) from 2024 for the first six month of the year.

Jul 31, 2025

Ticks are on the March in New York

2025 is the worst tick season ever for New York.

Jul 31, 2025

Patchogue-Medford Brings Together Generations Of Musicians For Community Concert

Clear your calendar on Friday, August 1st for the Patchogue-Medford School District’s Third Annual Patchogue-Medford Community Concert.

Jul 30, 2025

Judgement Against Suffolk County in Second Amendment Case Becomes Final

Steven I. Locke United States Magistrate Judge finalized an order against Suffolk County for using an unconstitutional policy to deny plaintiff, Brett Milau, a pistol permit.

Jul 30, 2025

Historic Tax Credits Expand Making More Suffolk County Projects Eligible

The recent New York State budget expands the use of historic tax credits for affordable housing efforts.

Jul 28, 2025

Is your license plate peeling apart?

Way back in 2014 the peeling plate fiasco began. Over ten years later there are still a lot of peeling New York State license plates. What’s going on? Why are they still on the road?

Jul 28, 2025

Center Moriches Union Free School District Called Out in State Audit

Center Moriches Union Free School District gets scrutinized by State Comptroller.

Jul 28, 2025

Hochul Visits Suffolk County Community College Touting “Free” Community College

The SUNY Reconnect community college initiative offers tuition, fees, books, and supplies for eligible adult learners.

Jul 25, 2025

Suffolk County Law Enforcement to Receive Over $1.3 Million

Suffolk County law enforcement agencies, including the District Attorney, Police, Sheriff, and Probation Departments will receive a combined $1.3 million from the state as part of a statewide effort to reduce crimes with guns.

Jul 25, 2025

If There’s a Dip, There’s A Rip!

Many people think they know what to do if caught in a rip current, but do you really know? Recommendations have changed.

Jul 24, 2025

Choo, Choo to the New York State Fair - Amtrak Makes it Easy!

Want to take your family on a trip to the New York State Fair and not worry about traffic and parking?

Jul 24, 2025

Yaphank Man Indicted Drunken Speeding Crash On The Sunrise Highway Service Road

A 21 year old man from Yaphank was allegedly speeding while impaired on alcohol and drugs when he lost control of his vehicle and crashed into a tree, injuring his passenger.

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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

New Traffic Pattern Aims to Ease Congestion on William Floyd

A new traffic pattern to ease congestion on William Floyd.