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Romaine Budget Comes With Tax Hike
Pointing to increased health care and pension costs for county workers and investments in public safety and cybersecurity, Suffolk Executive Ed Romaine has called for a tax hike in his first budget as chief executive.
Zeldin House Favorite at Trump Rally
Aside from the former president, Lee Zeldin drew the most applause at the Trump rally in Uniondale as he exhorted the crowd to keep the House red by returning Republicans to Washington.
The Elusive End of the Line at a Trump Rally
With an estimated 50,000 people queuing up days in advance for a chance to see Donald Trump at his Uniondale rally, finding the end of the line was no easy task.
Rallygoers Came from Near and Far to State Their Case
They came from all over the world for a chance to see Donald Trump and publicize their cause. They sang, chanted, prayed, and carried signs. Most were MAGA, and many wore their messages on hats, buttons, and their attire.
Man on the Street at the Trump Rally
The South Shore Press Man on the Street waded into a sea of humanity as a crowd estimated at nearly 50,000 queued up to witness history as Donald Trump staged one of his epic rallies at the Nassau Coliseum. Here's what his fans had to say.
Trump Merch Hot at Rally
Some came to see President Donald Trump and witness history as he makes his third run for the White House. Some came for the camaraderie of thousands of like-minded individuals who believe the country is failing under the current administration and are looking to him as a savior. Others saw the gathering of thousands of people rallying around a common theme as a money-making opportunity.
Trump in Economic State of Mind in His Return to New York
Returning to the state where he launched his meteoric ascent to the nation's highest office, Donald Trump zeroed in on the pocketbook concerns of his Long Island audience, among the highest taxed in the country, during a raucous rally in Uniondale, and spelled out how he will "make America wealthy again."
Red Trump Blaze Lights Long Island
A Red Blaze of Trump fans lit up the Nassau Coliseum as the former president took center stage at a raucous rally in his bid to take back the White House. He entered the arena a conquering hero to his signature song, "God Bless the U.S.A.," as nearly 20,000 packed to the rafters rose to their feet to cheer him on.
Gilgo Murders Back in Headlines as Task Force Releases Victim Sketch
Pushing forward in its aggressive effort to find the killers responsible for the 11 bodies discovered off Ocean Parkway in Babylon, the Gilgo Beach Task Force released a composite sketch of a male victim and asked for the public's help in identifying him.
Man on the Street Topic: The Trump-Harris Debate
The presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris had more than 67 million views. Here's what some Long Islanders had to say about it.
Congress Cites Cuomo COVID Catastrophe
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo's actions that resulted in the deaths of thousands of New Yorkers were laid bare by a special Congressional committee that demanded he apologize to all of the families who lost loved ones during the COVID crisis.
Cuomo Called to Task on COVID
It's personal between Andrew Cuomo and myself. His decision to send COVID patients into nursing homes probably cost my aunt her life and caused untold heartbreak and grief for many others, including a college friend who lost his mother, father, and brother all in the same week when Cuomo brought the virus to their facility.
Americans Stuck in Space
They were supposed to visit the International Space Station for five days, but now it looks like they'll be stuck up there for almost a year as the ship that was supposed to bring them home came back empty. That leaves astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita "Suni" Williams stuck in space.
They Will Never Forget
They gathered on the 23rd Anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks to make one thing clear: they will never forget those who lost their lives trying to save others.
Candidates Survive Contentious Debate
The much-anticipated tilt between the former president and vice president looking to take the reins of the world's most powerful nation didn't lead to the demise of either candidate—neither side landed a knockout blow—and probably won't move the needle much with the undecided voters so crucial come November 5.
Albany Falls Flat in Plans to Combat Inflation
The affordability crisis should be near the top of the list for New York's leadership, yet responsible state spending, the high cost of living, and managing inflation have been ignored. That's the assessment of the legislature's Republicans, who are pushing a strategy to give residents a break.
Investigation Called to Assess Chinese Spy Damage, Root Out Any Other State Infiltrators
State legislators stunned by the infiltration of a Chinese spy in the governor's office have called for an investigation to assess the damage to state government and root out any other infiltrators.
Residents Rally to Push for Nick's Law
They gathered around his truck—family, friends, elected officials—to remember him and advocate for a law, Nick's Law, that would have levied harsher penalties for the person who ran him over and fled the scene.
This Week's Man on the Street Topic: The Chinese Spy
With China making moves across the globe to supplant the U.S. as the world's superpower, infiltration of the government by Communist spies is of growing concern. The South Shore Press Man on the Street asked residents what they thought about the Red China spy who was a high level aide in the administrations of Gov. Kathy Hochul and Andrew Cuomo.
Energy Summit Takes Nuclear Path
The answer to New York's future electrical power needs, according to state officials gathered at a recent Energy Summit: Nuclear.
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Letters to the Editor: Library Trustees Thank Taxpayers for Victories
I’m deeply grateful to the residents of the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library District for approving the library budget, as well as for re-electing me.
State Mandated Safe Boating Courses Coming Up
Long Islanders out on the water are looking to stay safe this summer.
South Shore Press Reporter Makes a Stop at the Grand Canyon
South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk makes a stop at the Grand Canyon.