News by Deborah Williams

News by Deborah Williams on South Shore Press


Apr 23, 2025

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.

Apr 22, 2025

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.

Apr 22, 2025

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.

Apr 21, 2025

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.

Apr 20, 2025

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

Apr 18, 2025

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.

Apr 18, 2025

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.

Apr 17, 2025

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

Apr 16, 2025

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.

Apr 15, 2025

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.

Apr 15, 2025

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.

Apr 15, 2025

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.

Apr 15, 2025

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.

Apr 13, 2025

Stefanik Finds New Home in Her Old House

Women continue to take on leadership roles in the Trump Administration.

Apr 13, 2025

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’.

Apr 11, 2025

NY Democrat Can’t See How Black People or Immigrants can be Republicans

Questionable Facebook post made by Onondaga County Legislator

Apr 11, 2025

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.

Apr 10, 2025

Alleged MS-13 Gang Member Extradited to Suffolk County to Face Kidnapping And Assault Charges

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney today announced that Josue Zepeda Padilla, 28, of Huntington Station, was extradited and arraigned on an indictment charging for Robbery in the First Degree, Gang Assault in the First Degree, and other related charges, for his alleged role in the January 6, 2024 violent attack on a 15-year-old at the Pilgrim State Mental Facility in Brentwood that left the child unconscious

Apr 10, 2025

Hochul Defies Trump - Says DEI is Staying in New York Schools

President Donald Trump signed Executive Orders (EO) banning use of controversial Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles in any part of the federal government and in any program that receives federal taxpayer funding.

Apr 9, 2025

Unsolved Cases During National Crime Victims’ Rights Week

Crime Victims Rights' Week is this week and Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) is looking for your help. SCPD hopes to garner information from the public to aid getting justice for victims.

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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.