News by Michael J. Reistetter
News by Michael J. Reistetter on South Shore Press
Just Dick’s: Sunrise in Massapequa the Latest Ghost Mall
The sight of a vacant Sunrise Mall in Massapequa—save for the still open for business “Dick’s Sporting Goods”—makes any hour “Dour Hour” for all those driving by.
ESM School District Emphasizes Social-Emotional Learning and Disabled Student Inclusion
In its commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for all students, the Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School hosted a “Respect For All” event in its library media center on March 19.
East Patchogue Father of Human Trafficked Teen to Sue Suffolk County
Gervasi contends his kidnapped daughter had her constitutional rights violated when a Suffolk Family Court Judge remanded her to Sagamore Children's Psychiatric Center, where her abused continued.
Suffolk Courts Celebrate 95-year-old Justice, the Hon. Betty Weinberg Ellerin
Judge Ellerin, a retired Justice of the Supreme Court's Appelate Division for the First Department in NYC, championed women's rights at each stopgap throughout a remarkable legal career.
By Way of Insanity: Dix Hills Son Kills Dad, Pleads ‘Not Guilty’ After Chilling Admission
Jack Miller picked up Christopher Miller from the hospital hours after filing a missing person report. A day later, his son murdered him.
Musical Power Couple Visits West Babylon Record Store
The recently-engaged collaborators surprised three in-person shoppers upon arrival, and hundreds by the end of their hour-long drop-by.
Get Well, Soon: Checks Presented at PBA HQ to Officer Brendon Gallagher
"We are very grateful and thankful for everyone who has donated to this fundraiser, backed the Blue, and supported Officer Gallagher and his family," PBA President Lou Civello told The South Shore Press.
Eastport-South Manor Students Exemplify Scientific Excellence
Three ESM students placed 4th at LISEF this month, while several more collected data from proteins at Brookhaven National laboratory.
Jimmie Vaughan Blues to Cruise into Patchogue Theatre
Tickets are $46-$86 and can be purchased in person at the theatre or on their website.
Introducing: The Long Island Seafood Cuisine Trail
Seafood establishments along the South Shore from Western Suffolk to the East End have been tabbed for the trail, which will feature a digital map component via a mobile app.
Holbrook Father Convicted of Manslaughter of Toddler
According to court documents and the Suffolk County Medical Examiner’s Office, Joseph Adonis suffered a fatal overdose—the result of unintended exposure to a deadly cocktail of fentanyl, heroin and cocaine.
It’s Giving Groundhog Day: Hauppauge Car Meet Leads to Shirley Vehicle Impounding
Clyde Jean Baptiste's BMW was impounded in Shirley as evidence of unlawful fleeing, according to authorities.
Patti Seal—Former Patchogue Village Clerk—Passes at 68
First elected as a Patchogue Village trustee in 2004, Seal became clerk the following year.
And Another One: Suffolk County Sheriff's Deputies Make a Street-Racing Arrest
Nicholas Mulligan, 20, of Farmingdale was arrested for partaking in illegal speed contest.
Local Reps React to Rt. 347 Reconstruction Acceleration
Gov. Hochul and the NYSDOT announced on Friday that construction on a bridge at the Centereach interchange of NYS-347 and Nicolls Rd. would be moved up from 2034 to 2028.
NYSDOT Commissioner Provides Rt. 347 Bridge Update, Calls for More Labor Safety
Department of Transporation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez revealed that construction on the bridge at the junction of Rt. 346 and Nichols Rd. would commence in 2028.
RIP Joe Keyes: Patchogue St. Patrick's Day Grand Marshall Dies Days Before Parade
After suffering a heart attack early last week, the Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce Board Trustee suffered another on March 7. He died three days later at the age of 73.
LI Native's Mascot Doc ‘Monkey Boy’ Hits 3.1M Views on X
In “Come Home, Monkey Boy,” Cold Spring Harbor '09's Class Clown Michael Angelo searches for a runaway mascot whose antics regularly swept the townsfolk of Nashua, New Hampshire off their feet once upon a time.
Finally, an Arthouse Baseball Movie: Three Cheers, and Plenty More Beers for "Eephus"
Greg Tango (director of photography) and Long Island local Brendan "Crash" Burt (actor) will participate in a Q and A on Saturday, March 15, following the 7 p.m. Huntington Cinema Arts Centre premiere of their men's league melee, "Eephus."
Local Leaders Lobby at ‘Deadly Driving Bill’ Rally in Albany
This marks the third rally held for the proposal, which was rejected on the floor in 2024 despite 50 co-sponsors and 3,700 signatures.
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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.
Romaine Floats Yaphank Market for Local Produce Hub
No need to go to the Bronx for local produce under a plan by County Executive Ed Romaine.
Bell-to-Bell School Smart Phone Ban is Looming
Starting in September, New York State law requires Bell-to-Bell restrictions on smartphones and other internet-enabled personal devices in K-12 schools statewide.