News by Stefan Mychajliw
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A Fond Farewell for a Dedicated Public Employee
The Suffolk AME (Association of Municipal Employees) honored the longtime President of its Medical Examiners Unit upon her retirement.
How to Spend $4.5 Million in Brookhaven? You Decide
The Town of Brookhaven wants to hear from you on how to spend almost $5 million on improvements in downtown North Bellport.
Students Honor Suffolk County's Top Cops
Students and staff at Waverly Elementary School in Holtsville wanted to show police their gratitude and appreciation for keeping Suffolk County safe.
Long Island State Veterans Home Honors Those Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice
New York State Senator Anthony Palumbo was one of many local leaders to attend a solemn and somber ceremony at the Long Island State Veterans Home, where as we honored and remembered those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation and paid tribute to our local veterans.
Training Time for Medford Fire Department Stations 1 and 2
While Medford Fire Department Station 2 blaze busters were busy training on Truck 5, Medford Fire Department Station 1 probationary firefighters probationary firefighters joined their counterparts to train together on search/victim removal skills.
New Flavor Spices up Setauket
There's a big time spice of Mexican flavor in the old "Old Fiends Tavern in Setauket, as a new restaurant is calling 130 Old Town Road its new home.
NYS Conservative Chairman Blasts Governor Hochul over "Clown" Comment
New York Governor Kathy Hochul pulled no punches, ripping supporters who showed up to President Trump's rally in the Bronx, calling the Make America Great Again (MAGA) faithful a bunch of "clowns."
Baby Boy Barton on Board at the South Shore Press
The newest edition of the South Shore Press sports team has arrived! Sports reporter Tom Barton and his wife Abby welcomed the newest edition to their growing family: Finnegan James Barton.
Suffolk County Students Lay Wreath at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
To honor all who made the ultimate sacrifice defending freedom here at home and around the world, Rocky Point Middle School eighth grade students placed a memorial wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This was one part of the eighth grade class educational trip to Washington D.C.
East Quogue Schools Awarded Mental Health Grant
The grant funds will be allocated directly to benefit students and the school community
Connetquot Community Comes Together to Promote Mental Health Awareness
The Connetquot Central School District community came together to support the student-led community initiative, "Using Our Voices" Mental Health Run/Walk.
School District Budget and Board Votes in the History Books
Eastport-South Manor School District
Freedom of the Press
At the time I had already been working as a television news reporter for four years at WSTMTV in Syracuse, New York.
Big Honors for Five Decades of Dedicated Service to Suffolk County
Big Honors for Five Decades of Dedicated Service to Suffolk County
Full Steam Ahead for Shirley Starbucks
Coffee lovers will have another place to get their caffeine fix in Shirley, as the Brookhaven Town Board approved zoning and procedural requests for Starbucks to build a new store located at 855 Montauk Highway.
New Corrections Recruits to Protect and Serve in Suffolk County
Approximately 26 men and four women make up the new class of 30 Suffolk Sheriff's Office Corrections Officers. A swearing-in ceremony was held, with Sheriff Errol D. Toulon Jr. and fellow officers presiding.
Assemblyman DeStefano Recognizes Students of the Month
New York State Assemblyman Joe DeStefano honored "Student of the Month" certificates to Lynette Hack for May, and Nathaniel Maritato for June at Patchogue-Medford School District.
Ten "Teeny" Nominations for Talented William Floyd High School Students
The Teeny Awards, modeled after the Tony Awards, celebrates the achievements of local high school theater arts students at an annual celebration and ceremony sponsored by the East End Arts Council.
Ronkonkoma Rotarians Participate in "Day of Service"
Helping homeless veterans in need by packing bags of supplies. Hosting a food drive for the less fortunate in Bellport and Shirley. Cleaning and making repairs at Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck, a special camp for individuals with disabilities. Volunteering at Bethel Farm in Centereach.
Palumbo Honors Stony Brook University CEO as "Woman of Distinction"
"Today marks a celebration of extraordinary dedication and leadership in healthcare," said Senator Palumbo. "It is my great privilege to honor Carol Gomes as my 2024 New York State Woman of Distinction."
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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.