News by Michael J. Reistetter
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A Reflection on Our Veterans (From Nothing More than a Keyboard Warrior By Comparison)
To Veterans, to all who have given, and would give their lives to save others: thank you for your service.
'Christmas Eve' on Nov. 7 in Deer Park! Cinematic Love Letter to Smithtown Headed to Regal
A locally shot film will premiere at Regal Deer Park on Nov. 7.
Happy Tastes Good in Mastic-Shirley: Local Leaders Partake in New DQ Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
The ribbon-cutting ceremony took a deftly assisting Supervisor Panico tapping in on giant scissor duty for Ben to "give it a bit of that 'Brookhaven Snap,'" a quip which spawned raucous chuckles. Afterward, the Bathija's invited the leaders on a tour of the kitchen, where obligatory drive-thru-side photo ops ensued.
'Caitlyn's Vision' Holds Legislative Breakfast at Suffolk AME's Bohemia Headquarters
The Mastic-located non-profit “strives to help children and other individuals with visual impairments.”
Nearly 200 Restaurants Aid Families of West Babylon Car Crash Victims Through 'Long Island Pizza Strong'
According to "Long Island Pizza Strong," $5 for every pizza sold by restaurants participating that day would go directly to the families of the victims—which included Bella Trezza, 17, and Riley Goot, 18.
Family of LI Businesswoman Who Tragically Died in 2022 House Fire to Grand Open a Dairy Queen in Mastic-Shirley
It may be Halloween-time, but kids who have developed a penchant for the alternative to the McDonald's, Wendy's and Burger King triumvirate need not fret nor be frightened over the new day that has dawned. The in-town survey says: c'est la vie to the days where the whole family must cram into the not-so-minivan to seek out their beloved queen in Medford, East Northport, St. James, even so far as Massapequa, and so forth.
Early Voting Underway in Suffolk
Offered annually for those who cannot make it to the polls on the first Tuesday of November and wish not to mail in their selections, eligible voters have plenty of sites to pick from when completing their right of action constitutionally afforded their way when they turned 18.
The Controlled Burning of a Couch: Brookhaven FD Visits Kreamer St. Elementary
October 24th, 2024 marked a day of high anticipation; one wherein Fire Prevention Officer Shawn Krulder would deliver a final lecture accompanied by some lesson-fueled visual flair.
NYLIFF For This! Indie Filmmakers Become Award Winners
Top prizes were awarded to such films as "Art Thief" (Best Supporting Actor), "Lady of the Lake" (Best Cinematography), "Horse Town," (Best Horror Feature), "The Greatest," (Best Dramatic Feature), and "Rest in Memories" (Spirit of NYLIFF).
Hauppauge Firefighter Receives Hispanic Heritage Month First Responder Award
Yesenia Torres, 45, a Smithtown resident, and nine others were presented their awards by New York State Senator Monica Martinez (D-Brentwood).
Running on Plenty: USMC Vet Legislator Completes Suffolk Marathon 10K in 22-Pound Vest for Military Suicide Awareness
The winning route not just for first-place finishers, but for all who signed up cast its starting point in Babylon Village before crossing the Robert Moses Causeway to end at Bay Shore's Gardiner County Park.
Circuit Rideshare Route Added to Improve Brentwood Transit Woes
A rideshare company “going green” in mission and in practice, Circuit—established in 2011—stresses eco-friendliness and carbon neutrality.
Long Islanders Lovin' It: President Trump's McDonald's Drive-Thru Shift
Even if Trump's challenge of Harris' past employment is futile, with large outlets confirming McDonald's did not respond to their employment record inquiries, his visit still signifies the upper hand he holds over his opponent, according to his immovable backing.
Bond Sale Season: Suffolk Comptroller Announces Latest Success
The Comptroller cites "strong support" from investors; the winning bid—3.39 percent, from Jefferies, LLC—was even better than what was projected for an 18-year bond issue, per Kennedy.
Brookhaven Budget Blown on Big Landfill Mess
Their ongoing landfill issue—though indisputably being addressed at this juncture—constitutes a massive hole blown smack through the town’s prospective budget.
Rebels with a Coordinated Cause? An LI Lens Unto Teens 'Doing Donuts' and Drag Racing
The police responded to the scene at approximately 1:15 a.m., and upon dispersing, a motorist sped off—fleeing the area at an alarmingly high velocity.
Local Legislator Lobbies White House for FEMA Cash
Kennedy goes on to stress that partisan politics need not come into play when weighing a matter that demands swift resolution. She says residents of her community hold cherished memories from childhood and beyond of Stump Pond, a result of the damming of the Nissequogue River, and will not be able to create more without the approval of said emergency declaration.
The Men in the Arena: From 'Reagan' to 'Megalopolis'
Spoiler Alert: unfortunately, The Avengers do not show up at the end of either film.
For the Lost: Locally-Shot 'Christmas Eve in Miller's Point' Captures the Free Spirit of Priceless LI Lore-Keepers
The first trailer for “Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point," Courtesy of IFC Films, was released on Wednesday, Oct. 9, with a seemingly intentional, era-appropriate voice-over to set the tone.
William Floyd HS Robotics' T-Shirt Cannon Was Just the Beginning
Advisors Joe Carpinone, Fred Luhrs and Joseph Brand, and key members Max Heitman and Alice Chen, spoke with The South Shore Press this week to discuss the program and their plans for the upcoming school year.
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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.
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.
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.