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Apr 2, 2025

Muslim Cemetery on Hold for East Moriches

Town hears it from residents, puts Muslim cemetery on hold pending further review.

Apr 2, 2025

Centereach Welcomes LI's First Bonchon Korean

The hottest new Korean Fried Chicken joint on the block is located at 141 Centereach Mall in the Walmart shopping center.

Apr 1, 2025

No Joke: A Family Camped Out at Midnight for Selden Chick-fil-A's Grand Open

The chain's latest restaurant to hit Long Island is located at 949 Middle Country Road.

Apr 1, 2025

Brookhaven Town Clerk discusses improvements at local civic meeting

On March 26, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle participated in the Lake Ronkonkoma Civic monthly meeting at the Sachem Public Library.

Apr 1, 2025

BREAKING NEWS: Fatal Fire at Animal Sanctuary Kills Owner and 100-Plus Cats

Suffolk County Police Chief of Detectives William Doherty announced at midday on Monday, March 31st they are actively investigating the Medford blaze that took the lives of the beloved owner of Happy Cat Sanctuary and at least 100 cats.

Apr 1, 2025

Brookhaven Clerk Is On The Road

Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle was a guest speaker at the Lake Ronkonkoma Civic monthly meeting held at the Sachem Public Library.

Mar 31, 2025

William Floyd Update: Police Now Escorting Students to Sporting Events

Since the initial reports regarding the participation of a 14-year-old biological male competing on the William Floyd Girls Track Team, no changes have been made by the William Floyd School District or Section XI, the governing body of high school athletics in Suffolk County.

Mar 31, 2025

Musk Posse Takes to the Streets in Smithtown

Smithtown Ground Zero for Tesla Tangle

Mar 31, 2025

South Shore Press Man on the Street at the Tesla Rally

Supporters and detractors of President Trump and Elon Musk turned out for a rally at the Tesla dealership in Smithtown. Here’s what they had to say.

Mar 31, 2025

EJ’s PJs Aims to Keep Thousands Warm This Year

Cozy up with EJ’s PJs.

Mar 28, 2025

Hikers Trek 80 Miles to Montauk to Save Lives from Colon Cancer

They’re hiking 80 miles along the South Shore’s beaches in a Mission to Montauk.

Mar 28, 2025

The Founding of Mastic Beach Runs Deep Through the Property Owners

Mastic Beach history explored in South Shore Press sit down with Property Owners President Kevin Collins.

Mar 28, 2025

From Stagefright to Bright Lights: Homecoming for Trump-Tabbed Opera Man at the Paramount

The Long Island native who memorably belted the National Anthem at President Donald J. Trump's second inauguration will play the Paramount Theater in Huntington this Saturday—not too far from his humble Holbrook beginnings.

Mar 28, 2025

Just Dick’s: Sunrise in Massapequa the Latest Ghost Mall

The sight of a vacant Sunrise Mall in Massapequa—save for the still open for business “Dick’s Sporting Goods”—makes any hour “Dour Hour” for all those driving by.

Mar 27, 2025

The South Shore Press Awaits a Response From the William Floyd School District

The South Shore Press contacted officials at the William Floyd School District to comment on our report, but as of this posting they have not responded and are refusing to comment.

Mar 27, 2025

Simulcik on North Babylon kite festival: 'You can't take that smile off your face'

The North Babylon Chamber of Commerce will host its fifth annual “Go Fly a Kite” event on Saturday, April 26, at Overlook Beach in Babylon.

Mar 27, 2025

ESM School District Emphasizes Social-Emotional Learning and Disabled Student Inclusion

In its commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for all students, the Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School hosted a “Respect For All” event in its library media center on March 19.

Mar 27, 2025

Town board honors retired Army Major Paul Willms for his service

Prior to the town board meeting on March 25, Supervisor Dan Panico and the Brookhaven Town Board in Farmingville, NY recognized Retired Army Major Paul Willms for his military service.

Mar 26, 2025

Brookhaven honors local women with recognition awards

Supervisor Daniel J. Panico and the Brookhaven Town Board recently honored the recipients of the 2025 Women's Recognition Awards during the 39th Annual Women's Recognition Night at Brookhaven Town Hall.

Mar 26, 2025

William Paca Middle School Students Earn CPR Certification

Eighth-grade students from Ms. Brianna Rodda’s First Aid and Safety class at William Paca Middle School, in the William Floyd School District, joined forces with members of the Mastic Ambulance Company and Stony Brook Hospital to practice and earn their CPR certification.

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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.


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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.


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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.