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Mastic Blaze Busters Honored
The 2024 Line Officers, Administrative Officers, and Fire Police Officers all took their oaths of office.
Top Cop Visits Kids in Centereach
Sheriff County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon Jr. recently visited North Coleman Road Elementary School in the Middle Country Central School District to visit with students and read to Ms. Anderson's class.
Honoring the Bravest
Owners Joe and Barbara DiBernardo opened this restaurant, at the site of the former Hartlin Inn, in memory of their late son FDNY Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo, who gave his life so others could live.
Multi-Million Dollar Investment in Islandia
Empire State Development (ESD) announced the completion of Pal-O-Mine Equestrian's $3 million facility expansion in Islandia, Suffolk County on Long Island. Pal-O-Mine is a non-profit organization that utilizes therapeutic equine programs to promote growth, learning, and healing for children and adults with disabilities. Supported by a $600,000 capital grant from Empire State Development, recommended by the Long Island Regional Economic Development Council, the expansion will boost its capacity for job training, workforce preparedness, and internship programs.
Honoring Those Who Save Lives
Acting Police Commissioner Robert Waring presented Public Safety Dispatcher Kerri Grimm with a Certificate of Appreciation for her work during a police-involved motor vehicle crash with injury.
High School Softball Swings Into Action
Senior pitcher Maddie Cizan led the way, pitching a complete game while only surrendering one run.
St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center Hosts Annual Health Fair
Medical staff conducted free glucose, cholesterol and blood pressure screenings. Community organizations were also present to share their resources and answer questions.
Big Honors for ESM Yearbook
It's an even more special memory for those students who recently received national acclaim for producing that year's ESM yearbook titled "Stargazer,"
Supreme Court Could Spike Statewide Funds For New Bills Stadium
While it could be considered a legal "Hail Mary," this case could put the brakes on using $600 million in state funds to construct a new stadium for the only NFL team that currently plays within New York State.
Coram Crook Cops Plea To Gun And Drug Charges
A Coram convict who got caught by cops with drugs, guns, and almost $200,000 in cash entered a guilty plea to charges related to the raid on his home where the illegal bounty was found.
DA Announces Guilty Plea in Hit and Run Case
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that 51-year-old Michael Turner, 51, of Bellport, pleaded guilty to vehicular assault and other related charges.
Thick Wallet Stops Bullet Dead in its Tracks
For a man who was sitting in his car outside of a Coram apartment complex, a thick wallet more than likely saved him from serious injury from a round of bullets.
Record Breaking NYS Budget Passed
$237 billion. That's how big of a budget just passed by New York State and approved by Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul, along with the Assembly and Senate. Both of those chambers are controlled by a majority of Democrats.
Big Boost for Brookhaven National Lab
New York State is making a $100 million investment in Brookhaven National Lab to strengthen its Electron-Ion Collider (EIC) project. It is expected to be a significant scientific and economic shot in the arm for the Long Island economy.
President Biden Belongs in a Nursing Home
If President Joe Biden were that crazy great uncle who at Thanksgiving is forced to sit at the kids table in another room because of his bizarre behavior and totally inappropriate comments he makes, relatives would have his head checked. Then they'd put him in a nursing home.
Three Clowns in a Room: State Budget Circus Continues
New York State Conservative Party Chairman Gerard Kassar perfectly summed up the dysfunction better known as passing an on-time budget in Albany, when he called the secretive, closed door process as "budget shenanigans."
Public Sector Pays As Hochul Hauls in Millions
Public service sure is paying off for New York Governor Kathy Hochul and her husband Bill. Full disclosure, I know both personally.
Selden Fire Installation Dinner
The South Shore Press thanks the brave men and women in the Selden Fire Department who risk their lives to protect ours. Brookhaven Councilman Neil Manzella, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle, and Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa were on hand for the 2024 Selden Fire installation dinner.
Important Information for Suffolk County Seniors
There's an important seminar coming up that Suffolk County seniors need to know about.
Teacher Picked to Attend Prestigious Program in DC
A seventh grade physical science teacher at William Floyd Middle School has earned a prestigious education fellowship this summer in the nation's capital, one that she can bring back and help her students learn more about STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) learning.
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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.