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Food Drive to Help Those in Need in Brookhaven
The Town of Brookhaven's Youth Bureau and members of the Youth Advisory Board are holding a food drive at two grocery store locations on Saturday, June 29th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Local Lawmakers Call For Tougher Penalties for Those Who Hit, Kill, and Run
Whether or not her plea falls on deaf ears, and Nick's Law passes and is enacted, is all up to Democratic New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Democratic lawmakers in the Assembly and Senate. A majority of Democrats hold seats in both chambers and the Governor's mansion, so no proposed law passes without their approval.
Veterans Honored in Medford
Those who bravely defended freedom here at home and around the world were honored at the Medford Memorial Park during the "Salute to our Veterans" celebration.
Eastport-South Manor's Hackathon Wins Best Defense Project
Competing against 18 schools across Long Island, Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. HighSchool's Hackathon team, Chomper and Code, secured the title of winner in the CapitalDefense Project and tied for third-place overall in the sixth annual KidOYO Code ConquestHackathon held at Bethpage High School.
Suffolk County Police Reserves Honor Top Cops and Bright Students
Four Suffolk County Police Department officers were honored for their heroic actions to save the life of a suicidal man armed with a shotgun.
From the News Director: Pay Down The Debt Now
Unfortunately, $8 trillion of that national debt is being held by foreign countries, many of them are enemies of the United States. If China decides to "call in" their debt and demand payment of what they're owed, it would further weaken the United States both financially and militarily.
Dress For Success on Wheels
If you want to take advantage of the "Dress for Success" (DFS) Brookhaven program but have a hard time with transportation getting to Town Hall, you're in luck thanks to their new mobile unit.
Assemblyman DeStefano Joins "Coffee With a Cop"
Established almost twenty years ago in 2005, the Suffolk County Police Department Community Relations Bureau organizes the popular "Coffee With a Cop" program.
SCPD Honors Two Officers Who Lost Their Battles With Cancer
The Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) Marine Bureau dedicated two vessels in the names of two beloved officers who lost battles with cancer.
WFHS Students Support Kids As They Bravely Battling Cancer
The William Floyd High School Concert Orchestra, under the direction of Donna Visone-O'Brien, participated in a service project this school year designed to bring hope and encouragement to children with cancer.
Bellport Students Visit Lady Liberty
Serving as a beacon of light to legal immigrants who eventually became United States citizens via Ellis Island, Bellport students saw firsthand the historic poem etched inside the Statue of Liberty, titled "The New Colossus:"
SCPD Detective Honored for Courageous Comeback
Detective Guerrero, a member of the department since 2010, conducted a traffic stop of a stolen vehicle on September 22, 2014. As then-Officer Guerrero and another officer approached the vehicle, the driver fled, striking Officer Guerrero, who was left unconscious in the roadway.
Local Leaders in Brookhaven Meets with Community Group
LaValle was joined by New York State Senator Dean Murray, Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa, Brookhaven Councilman Michael A. Loguercio Jr., Brookhaven Tax Receiver Lou Marcoccia, and New York State Assemblyman Joe DeStefano's Chief of Staff, Alice Painter.
Brookhaven Celebrates and Honors Juneteenth
"It was great to see so many friends, show the kids that at least one of their elected officials can actually still throw a football, and catch a game of chess while spending a few hours remembering the significance of this event in American history," said Supervisor Panico.
Independent Review Rips Cuomo for Failed COVID Response
The main criticism: former Governor Cuomo enlisted a "top down, one-size fits all" approach of issuing orders from Albany, while ignoring the unique needs of 62 different counties in New York.
Happy Father's Day Father Ronald Pecci OFM
I thank God every single day for the blessing of having Fr. Ron in my life. He was assigned to our church when I was in the eighth grade.
Police Make Arrest in Hit-and-Run That Killed Beloved Volunteer Firefighter
Following an investigation by Major Case Unit detectives, police arrested 36-year-old Maria Guallpa-Bonilla for hitting and killing Hlavaty, while driving a 2001 Mercury Cougar at the intersection of Rider Avenue and Main Street.
Congresswoman Calls on Hochul to Pardon Trump
President Joseph Biden does not have the legal authority to pardon President Donald from his recent conviction on 33 fraud related charges in New York State Supreme Court. Since the crimes President Trump has been convicted of are at the state level, President Biden cannot pardon him.
Brookhaven Veteran Hits the Century Mark
Mr. Morris was born on May 29, 1924. He now lives in Rocky Point. He served as a Staff Sergeant in the US Army Air Corps in Hawaii and Okinawa during World War II, where he flew missions on an A-26 Douglas Invader as a gunner.
MacArthur Airport Lands JetBlue
There's good news for folks in Suffolk County who enjoy flying to Florida. You may no longer hit heavy traffic on your way to JFK. An airport closer to home will now offer flights to the Sunshine State.Tickets are on sale right now for anyone in Suffolk County who wants to fly on JetBlue out of MacArthur Airport."A tremendous step forward for the people of Long Island who are headed to Florida this fall," said Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico.While those JetBlue flights won't be taking off from MacArthur until October 24th, 2024,, the carrier made a big announcement at the airport letting folks know they'll be offering low-cost flights to Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, and Palm Beach."Long Island is an integral part of the New York Metro area, and we are excited to bring our award-winning service to customers in this community," said Dave Jehn, JetBlue's vice president of network planning and airline partnerships. "The addition of Long Island MacArthur Airport to our network will offer more options and greate
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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.