News by Michael J. Reistetter

News by Michael J. Reistetter on South Shore Press


Jun 6, 2025

Olive Oil! Farmers Market Frenzy Opens Outside Dennison Building in Hauppauge

“I’ve been to a lot of local farmers' markets within the district and without, and I think it’s a great way to invest in local businesses,” Legislator Jason Richberg told the South Shore Press.

Jun 4, 2025

EXCLUSIVE: Centereach Ralph’s Speaks with SSP About Egg Bucket Basket Case 

“This is a nice store,” the owner reaffirmed. “This is a happy business for families to have fun at.”

Jun 4, 2025

Shock Value Shenanigans: Coram Prankster, 21, Charged for Centereach Disturbances

Kyle Vazquez was arrested in Centereach on Monday night at 8:20 p.m., and was charged with three counts of Dissemination of an Unlawful Surveillance Image in the First Degree, three counts of Unlawful Surveillance in the Second Degree, and two counts of Criminal Tampering.

Jun 3, 2025

Order in the Court: Law Career Day at Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School 

Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School students recently participated in Law Career Day, which was held on May 22nd.

Jun 3, 2025

East Hampton Cocaine Kingpin Convicted

A Brooklyn man, Michael Khodorkovskiy, 45, was sentenced to 10 years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision, Suffolk County DA Ray Tierney announced.

Jun 2, 2025

Don’t Say Goodbye to Hollywood: LIMEHOF Offering Discounted Scenes From its Billy Joel Exhibit

Those interested in redeeming the discount can use promo code “welovebilly” on LIMEHOF’s ticket page at limusichalloffame.org. Visitors will receive $5 off if they purchase tickets by June 6th.

Jun 2, 2025

Lights, Camera, Pomarico: LI Music and Entertainment HOF to Honor Local Filmmaker

As part of their Monthly Local Filmmakers Series, LIMEHOF will screen Joe Pomarico-directed comedy, drama and thriller short films at 97 Main Street in Stony Brook.

May 29, 2025

A K9 Named Sato: Suffolk's Newest Best Friend Earns Sheriff Corrections' Badge

The Suffolk County Sheriff's Office held a special ceremony to introduce their newest corrections officer, K9 "Sato," at the Yaphank Correctional Facility on Wednesday, May 28th.

May 29, 2025

Memorable MDW Car Service: 25-Plus Suffolk Veterans Transported to Jones Beach Air Show

For the third straight year, the Chair of the Suffolk County Veterans Committee coordinated a strong Veteran presence in the Four Leaf Federal Credit Union Air Show that took place at Jones Beach over Memorial Day Weekend.

May 29, 2025

Pot Shop and Roll: SCPD Announces Takedown of 26 Illegal Dispensaries 

Countywide officials gathered on May 27th to announces the dozens of raids that recently led to the recovery of over 15,000 illegal weed products.

May 28, 2025

Appreciation Week: Leg. Kennedy Celebrates EMS, Announces Upcoming Blood Drive

Another Kennedy-sponsored blood drive is planned for Sunday, June 1st, at the Smithtown Street Fair. It will take place at the corner of Elm Ave and Main Street.

May 23, 2025

Safety in Boating: DA Tierney, US Coast Guard Enhance Local Maritime Law

On May 21st, the DA announced the implementation of “Aqua Alert” — an innovative pilot program designed to strengthen emergency response efforts across eastern Suffolk County’s waterways.

May 23, 2025

ESM Compendium: Future Newscasters and Poets Blossom at Elementary Level 

Eastport Elementrary students were divided into groups, where they could act out producer, director, camera crew, audio crew, newscaster and guest roles from a prewritten script.

May 23, 2025

I Saw Sinners: AMC Offering $7 Tuesday Matinees for Members (Free to Sign-Up!)

Having raked in over $320 million against a $90 budget, unheard of for all non-Tarantino filmmakers cranking out original IP these days, the film does true damage in the best sense possible by way of director Ryan Coogler.

May 22, 2025

Thunderbirds: Assemble! US Air Force Jets Fly Over Jones Beach En Route to MacArthur 

Before they made their way to Suffolk County, the jets offered a taste of what was to come for Jones Beachgoers, with the Thunderbirds returning as the official headliners of this Memorial Day Weekend’s two-day airshow.

May 21, 2025

Death by Stabbing: Woman Indicted for Brutally Butchering Ex-Lover Near Bay Shore Train Station

Nikeya Barker, 44, was charged with Murder in the Second Degree for fatally stabbing her former love interest, Shurvell Rush, Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney announced.

May 20, 2025

25 to Life: Patchogue Felon Convicted of Shooting into Mastic Beach Home

The 58-year-old repeat offender was convicted in a jury trial of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, DA Tierney announced on May 16th.

May 20, 2025

Party at the Roasthouse! Popular Sandwich Chain Sets Up Shop in Babylon

Roast Sandwich House grand-opened its sixth location on May 19th at 114 Deer Park Avenue in Babylon Village.

May 17, 2025

Citations and Vehicle Impoundments for Reckless Medford Drivers

38 citations were issued to the six drivers whose vehicles were also seized.

May 16, 2025

Hallelujah! HBO Max is Back in Action

Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) announced at its upfronts on Tuesday, May 14th, that Max would rebrand to HBO Max—the same name it forfeited just two short years ago.

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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.