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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.
GOP Looks to Budget Hardball to Stop Illegal Immigrant Voting
A battle is brewing on Capitol Hill as the Republicans attempt to use the budget process to foil the Democrat plan to allow illegal immigrants to vote in the upcoming election. They're willing to support bills to continue funding the government at current levels as long as the voting rules in the SAVE Act are included.
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.
Immigration Bill Would Standardize U.S. Invasion
The immigration bill Kamala Harris said she would sign on day one if she became president would be a disaster for America, many say, by continuing the flood of migrants and giving them rights above and beyond those of U.S. citizens.
Kennedy Speech Endorsing Trump, a Turning Point in American History
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a scion of Democrat politics, suspended his campaign for president and threw his support behind Donald Trump. His speech explaining why he made such a monumental move sent shockwaves through the political establishment and will live on as a turning point in U.S. history. The South Shore Press recognizes its impact in the race for the White House and excerpts it here:
Another Prominent Democrat Jumps Ship to Endorse Trump
In another defection by a prominent Democrat, former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard has endorsed Donald Trump for president in his bid to retake the White House. The former presidential candidate and Iraq War veteran cited her belief in Trump's s ability to end the wars and his common-sense approach to government as key reasons for her endorsement.
"Mr. Medford" Honored by Bridge Naming
An effort to give tribute to a man they called, "Mr. Medford," Niel Marturiello, became a reality with the naming of the Horseblock Road Bridge over the Long Island Expressway.
Long Island Abuzz as Students Head Back to School
Students and teachers alike are buzzing with excitement—and parents are pretty thrilled, too—with the start of the new school year. Long Island is famed for its excellent schools, boasting many Ivy League alumni, Westinghouse Science and other prestigious award winners, and plenty of students going on to success in the business world, trades, law enforcement, armed forces, etc.
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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.