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Fire Service by Local Heroic Figures and the Nationalistic Power of Baseball
"I want you all to know that America today, America today is on bended knee, in prayer for the people whose lives were lost here, for the workers who work here, for the families who mourn. This nation stands with the good people of New York City and New Jersey and Connecticut as we mourn the loss of thousands of our citizens." Ground Zero rescue workers told President George W. Bush, "We can't hear you!" This roaring crowd heard from this leader, "I can hear you! I can hear you! The rest of the world hears you," replied Bush. "And the people who knocked these buildings down will hear all of us soon!"
Storage of Important Estate Planning Papers
Safe deposit boxes are not the best place to keep documents that may be needed on short notice or after someone's passing. The most effective option is to keep all your important documents in a fire-resistant safe in your home to save from monthly fees and save your loved ones from headaches if they need to retrieve important documents in a moment's notice.
From the Newsroom 'Do You Hear Yourself…'
How do you know you're the most despised vermin in America that no one respects or values?
Nick Lalota for U.S. Congress Endorsement
Congressman Lalota is completing his first term as a largely inconsequential Congressman whose primary accomplishment is getting a neighboring Congressional seat flipped to the Democrats, thereby nullifying his own vote. Despite that, and a voting record that looks like that of a captured establishment asset, the South Shore Press strongly believes that Congressman Lalota is a vastly superior alternative to his Democrat opponent John Avlon. We urge our readers to cast their votes for Mr. Lalota.
The 2024 Vice Presidential Debate: Vance vs. Walz
- Vice President Debate, Election of 1988
What Does an Estate Lawyer Do After Death
While it is not required to hire a lawyer to represent the executor of an estate, it is often a good idea to seek representation. We all know that estate planning lawyers assist with how real property, cash, investments, personal property and other assets will be distributed after death. This can be done by creating wills and trusts, through beneficiary designations and joint ownership of property. Depending on the type of assets, value of the assets, and who and how many are named as beneficiaries, it may be prudent to have legal advice as you navigate through.
Joe DeStefano for NY State Assembly Reelection Endorsement
Joe DeStefano is seeking his fourth term as the state Assembly representative from the 3rd District, which extends through central and south Brookhaven from his hometown of Medford. DeStefano is well known in these communities, having served as an elected Fire District commissioner for 28 years and 44 years as a firefighter and ambulance company volunteer.
South Shore Press Political Cartoon: Democrat Voter Registration Drive
Cartoon by Michael Kellison
Minneapolis Burned. Walz Lit the Match. Kamala Added Kerosene
When law enforcement needed Governor Walz to have their backs, protect them, and send in the National Guard, he did……nothing. Absolutely nothing.
General John J. Pershing and His American Leadership That Helped Win World War I
- Second Lieutenant Douglas MacArthur
Naming a Guardian for Minors in your Will
It depends! In the end, the final decision on who will serve as legal guardian of a minor after the death of the parents is within the full discretion of the court, the Judge will have the final say.
The Department of Veterans Affairs Needs Your Help
The Department of Veterans Affairs Needs Your Help
Back to Basics: What is Probate?
A: The answer is probably yes, but it depends upon the type of assets that your cousin owned at the time of her death and how those assets were titled.
Surreal Moments
My press credentials were actually accepted first out of the entire news team. I joked that the Trump team must have seen my social media in support of him, that's why I was approved first, and a part of me still wants to believe that. You see I have taken many knocks for being a supporter of Trump, one of his earliest that I know in fact, and I have never wavered in that support so this was going to be a special event.
The Patriotic Loyalty and Kindness of VFW Post 6249 Rocky Point Veterans of Foreign Wars
These words by this historic general uniquely presents the make-up of a veteran as an American citizen who has made a deposit of national service to the United States. This Constitutional pledge to support our country at home and abroad demonstrates the longstanding strength of veterans to be the backbone of this strong nation. Even as military members were in uniform decades ago, today the older generations of veterans still make America proud for their initiatives to perform necessary contributions for our citizens.
What is the Corporate Transparency Act?
A: Yes, The Corporate Transparency Act or CTA is something you should be aware of as you will need to comply with its terms. CTA is a federal law that went into effect on January 1, 2024, requiring most entities, including LLCs, to report "beneficial owners" and individuals who exercise substantial control or decision-making authority to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network also known as FinCEN.
One on One With George Santos
When we fulfill that mission, and I believe the South Shore Press does that in our weekly print edition and online at SouthShorePress.com, then our community benefits by engaging in healthy debate without sharp elbows, nasty barbs, or the deep divisions that permeate the political arena.
Veterans Need to Join Together, Part One
There are several reasons why veterans need to join together. Upon leaving the military veterans can lose the structure and support of the military. This structure and support had met their lower-level physiological and safety needs.
Political Debates and Resentment Amongst Presidential Candidates
When looking at the September 10th presidential debate between former President Donald J. Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, it was easy to identify the distaste that each candidate demonstrated towards each other. Both had aggressive moments over the most hotly contested topics that these candidates either opposed or supported. Since the days of George Washington, there is no surprise over the negative tensions that are being demonstrated through the hotly contested moments of presidential debates.
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Sachem's Winter Athletes Honored
The Sachem Central School District was honored at the most recent Board of Education meeting recognizing the student-athletes, coaches and teams from both Sachem East and Sachem North for their outstanding achievements during the winter sports season.
SWR Mourns the Passing of Gilmore
Shoreham-Wading River school district lost a member of their district's family this week when Adrian Gilmore, a high school soccer coach passed away.
LoRe Adds to His Career Numbers
This week Miller Place senior goalie Christopher LoRe hit a milestone when he recorded 500th career save.