News by Stefan Mychajliw

News by Stefan Mychajliw on South Shore Press


Jun 15, 2024

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.

Jun 14, 2024

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.

Jun 14, 2024

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.

Jun 13, 2024

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.

Jun 13, 2024

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

Jun 12, 2024

New Annex Celebrated at Patchogue-Medford Library

The new Patchogue-Medford Library annex in Medford is open. Construction plans kicked off back in 2017. Under an ownership agreement, the Town of Brookhaven leased the property to the library at no charge, starting in 2019.

Jun 11, 2024

Breaking News: Lawsuit Filed to Kick RFK Off NYS Ballot

A group of taxpayers filed suit in New York State Supreme Court against RFK Jr. in an attempt to kick him off the Presidential ballot in the Empire State.

Jun 10, 2024

Student and Legislator Teams Up to Improve Parks for the Visually Impaired

Legislator Mazzarella was so impressed with Caitlyn Michiels and her passionate plea to improve parks, the two joined forces to make her dream become reality.

Jun 10, 2024

Business Owner and Veteran Appointed to Police Foundation

The appointment of Moloney Funeral Homes President Dan Moloney Jr. was announced by Suffolk County Police Foundation's advisory board C-Chairman Louis Tutone and Director Lisa Tuozzolo.

Jun 10, 2024

Suffolk County Invests Big Bucks on Dam

Suffolk County is making a major investment in reconstructing the dam at Southaven County Park and the subsequent spillway on the Carmans River.

Jun 10, 2024

From the News Director: Must Be Nice Being an Illegal Immigrant

My family, born and bred in Ukraine, came to America the right way.

Jun 9, 2024

Major Development in Brookhaven Ash Dumping Lawsuit

$1,000,000 in a lump sum payment.

Jun 8, 2024

Port Jefferson Station VFW Honors WWII Veterans

New York State Senator Anthony Palumbo honored the "Greatest Generation" during a D-Day anniversary ceremony at the Port Jefferson Station VFW Post 4927.

Jun 8, 2024

Local Legislator Honors Those Who Fight for Veterans

During their most recent General Meeting, Legislator Caracappa honored retired Chief Master Sergeant Marcelle Leis, who completed 24 years of service with the United States Air Force and the New York Air National Guard.

Jun 8, 2024

Greatest Generation Honored on D-Day

The special ceremony and celebration took place at the Long Island State Veterans Home at Stony Brook University.

Jun 8, 2024

Big Brookhaven Honors for Banner Placing Students

Local leaders in the Town of Brookhaven honored three eighth grade students from Center Moriches, Kristin Luna, Adrianna Loesch and Addison Raupp, who were instrumental in implementing the Hometown Heroes Banner Program.

Jun 8, 2024

Brookhaven Board Lets You Pick Up More Chicks

If you're a fan of raising chickens in Brookhaven, there's good news for you thanks to the Town Board, who just expanded how many you can have on your property.

Jun 7, 2024

Suffolk County Police Proudly March in Puerto Rican/Hispanic Day Parade

This year, Chief Soto, who is the department's highest-ranking female and first-ever Hispanic chief, received the presidential award while Deputy Police Commissioner Groneman had the honor of presenting the Nilda Alvarez Social Justice Award, named after her late mother, to Sister Janet Kinney of Sisters of Saint Joseph.

Jun 7, 2024

Demented and Depraved Digital "Do's and Don'ts"

Cyber investigators were able to recover the files. What they found stunned the police.

Jun 7, 2024

NYS Assemblyman Tours William Floyd Learning Center

New York State Assemblyman Joe DeStefano recently toured the William Floyd Learning Center.

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Education

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.


Local

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.


Local

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.