News by Stefan Mychajliw
News by Stefan Mychajliw on South Shore Press
Put the Brakes on Electric Mandate
Can the grid keep school buses powered up across the South Shore, and can school districts afford them?
Big Bust Brings Down 29 in Massive Drug Trafficking Ring
The investigations were conducted jointly by the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office's East End Drug Task Force (EEDTF), the Suffolk County Police Department, the New York State Police, the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the United States Department of Homeland Security (HSI), and the Office of Special Narcotics Prosecutor for the City of New York.
Back to School!
Led by Moriches Elementary School Principal Deirdre Redding and Assistant Principal Nikki Stallone, the community came together the night before opening day to paint and create inspirational messages to greet students for the first day of classes.
The Shen Den Opens in Patchogue
New York State Senator Dean Murray was one of many local dignitaries along with family and friends of business owner Rebecca Perry, who celebrated the grand opening of "The Shen Den" her new establishment located at 450 Waverly Avenue, Building 3, in Patchogue.
NYS Kicks in Cash for Culvert
The Brookhaven Highway Department received a $910,000 New York State grant to replace the culvert that carries water from Swan River beneath the Barton Avenue overpass in East Patchogue.
Connetquot School District Prepares for Opening Day
Connetquot Central School District held several new student orientations ahead of the start of school, welcoming the incoming classes.
Mather Hospital Participates in "Day of Service"
Fifty members from Mather Hospital's leadership team recently took part in the hospital's second annual day of service to the community, volunteering with Coastal Steward Long Island (CSLI) at Cedar Beach in Mt. Sinai and at Bethel Hobbs Community Farm in Centereach.
Patchogue Man and His Dog Saved From Drowning by SCPD
Ethan Brako was crabbing at Mascot Dock and Marina when his dog, Brina, a two-year-old pit bull, jumped into the water at approximately 3:26 a.m.
Kamala Costs Crippling the Country
To show how sky high inflation is crippling already hurting families, I turned to my own purchases on Amazon to compare and contrast how much more products cost thanks to the train wreck known as the "Biden-Harris Administration."
Ten Years in the Slammer for Having Guns and Drugs Near Kids
That's the sentence given to 32-year-old Desmond Roberts, the Coram man who pled guilty in April to illegally possessing a loaded semi-automatic firearm, fentanyl, cocaine, and oxycodone, which investigators found in close proximity to multiple children during the execution of a court-ordered search warrant of his residence in June 2023.
Reject Soft-On-Crime Politicians
Whether it is here in Suffolk County, across New York, in Minnesota, or across the country, it is time for law-abiding taxpayers to smarten up and choose elected leaders who will crack down on crime, put criminals behind bars where they belong, fully fund police, and fight to keep our communities safe.
Police Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Crash
Suffolk County Police Fifth Squad detectives are investigating a motor vehicle crash that killed amotorcyclist in Medford.
DA Blasts Judge Who Let Drug Dealer Avoid Jail Time
Omar Aitcheson Who Sold the Mixture as Cocaine Will Spend 18 Months in a JudicialDiversion Program and Receive a Misdemeanor
Calling All Student Artists!
Presented together with Red Ribbon Week 2024 and the Youth Advisory Board, the Brookhaven Youth Bureau is seeking photographs, paintings or drawings from students from seventh through twelfth grades.
Yaphank Historical Society Celebrates 50 Years
State and local leaders recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Yaphank Historical Society.
New Board Takes the Helm
A new board has been sworn in for the Sound Beach Civic Association: Patty Blasberg, Joan Russo, Charlotte Karpf-Fritts, Bea Ruberto, and Vera Ronning.
Supporting the First Amendment
At the time I served as the Erie County Comptroller, the independently elected financial watchdog who fiercely fought corrupt politicians to protect taxpayers. In Suffolk County it's the same seat held by the Hon. John Kennedy.
108 Years Young
A steady stream of friends, family, and local dignitaries led by New York State Senator Dean Murray gathered to celebrate Mary's 108th birthday.
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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.