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Jun 26, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending June 21

1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jun 26, 2025

Cheapest regular gas found in Suffolk County during week ending June 21

1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jun 26, 2025

State Grants Long-Delayed 9/11 Disability Benefits to Widow of Suffolk Deputy Sheriff

After decades-long wait, relief finally comes to the widow of 9-11 hero.

Jun 26, 2025

Socialist Supermarket Dream Could Spell Disaster for New York

It’s never worked anywhere else so why should the socialist supermarket dream work in New York?

Jun 26, 2025

Service Celebrated: Suffolk County Legislature Honors 18 Women Veterans

Each of the 18 Legislative Districts selected a deserving woman with decorated military service to receive special distinction.

Jun 26, 2025

Scout Honors Beloved Principal with Wishing Well Tribute

When Antonio Gerbino set out to earn his Eagle Scout rank, he knew exactly who he wanted to honor.

Jun 25, 2025

Cast member on Gilbert and Sullivan’s H.M.S. Pinafore: ‘The music is incredible’

The Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Company of Long Island is bringing H.M.S. Pinafore to new audiences this summer with performances across Nassau and Suffolk counties, including a free outdoor show in Huntington on July 3.

Jun 25, 2025

Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending June 21

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 2 gas stations had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending June 21.

Jun 25, 2025

Twisted Cycles’ motorcycle audio showdown returns to Long Island: ‘It’s not all about volume’

Twisted Cycles’ annual motorcycle audio competition is returning Sunday, June 29, with a larger venue and hopes of drawing a bigger crowd to Scott’s Pointe in Calverton.

Jun 25, 2025

William Floyd Learning Center celebrates fifth graders moving up

The William Floyd Learning Center recently held a ceremony to honor its fifth-grade students as they prepare to transition to sixth grade.

Jun 25, 2025

Nathaniel Woodhull honors student-artists in annual gallery installation

Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School recently held an event to honor six student-artists whose work has been selected for display in the school's art gallery.

Jun 25, 2025

Suffolk Cops Slap Cuffs on Father Who Left Two-Year-Old Son in Hot Car

Suffolk County Police announced the arrest of a Patchogue man after law enforcement said he left his two-year-old son in a parked vehicle during extremely hot temperatures.

Jun 25, 2025

Eight Dee-Wees a Week: Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Several Drunken Drivers 

“I commend my staff for their hard work in safely removing these impaired and dangerous drivers from our streets so residents who drive responsibly can arrive home safe,” said Sheriff Toulon.

Jun 25, 2025

Seides and Scerri: Historic Preservation Dream Team Leads Revival of Bay Area Landmarks

South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk sat down with the Bay Area’s historic preservation dream team.

Jun 25, 2025

Blues Traveler to Give Patchogue the Run-Around this Fall!

Tickets are currently priced at $60 to $100. They can be purchased in person at 71 East Main Street in Patchogue, by phone at (631) 207-1312, or online.

Jun 24, 2025

Huge Turnout for County Executive Event

Big turnout at Ed Romaine’s Nine and Dine

Jun 23, 2025

Scholarship Season: Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Rewards Two Graduating Seniors

The $500 recipients, Owen Timm, of Ward Melville High School, and Matteo Gravinese, of Rocky Point High School, both intend to pursue careers in engineering.

Jun 23, 2025

A Mother’s Love: Setauket Biotech Innovator Named 2025 NYS Senate Woman of Distinction

After her infant son was diagnosed with a rare neurodevelopment disease, Dr. Yiwei founded the TNPO2 Foundation, a non-profit geared toward revolutionizing early diagnosis and treatment for children with rare conditions.

Jun 23, 2025

T-Birds to Serve Country: Connetquot HS Honors Students Entering Military

A special recognition ceremony was held on June 20th to celebrate the district's nine graduating senior's set to join the armed services.

Jun 23, 2025

Knights of Columbus honored for milestone in lifesaving blood donations

On June 18th, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined the New York Blood Center (NYBC) to honor the Rocky Point Knights of Columbus Council 5814 for their contributions in blood donations.

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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.


Sports

SWR Honors Their Dellecave Nominees

Seniors Haylie Abrams and Patrick Shea have received nominations from their school for the 23rd annual Dellecave Awards.


Sports

Guards Aplenty for Brooklyn's Draft

The Brooklyn Nets made history Wednesday night at the NBA Draft, and they also made a statement that they would execute their plan no matter what.