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Suffolk Courts Celebrate 95-year-old Justice, the Hon. Betty Weinberg Ellerin
Judge Ellerin, a retired Justice of the Supreme Court's Appelate Division for the First Department in NYC, championed women's rights at each stopgap throughout a remarkable legal career.
Brookhaven offers free rabies vaccine clinics for pets
The Town of Brookhaven, in collaboration with the Suffolk County Health Department, is organizing free rabies vaccine clinics for pets.
Nichols on Long Island Craft Fairs: 'It's stuff you don't usually see in stores'
Long Island residents can shop for unique handcrafted items while supporting local schools at three upcoming craft and gift fairs this spring.
By Way of Insanity: Dix Hills Son Kills Dad, Pleads ‘Not Guilty’ After Chilling Admission
Jack Miller picked up Christopher Miller from the hospital hours after filing a missing person report. A day later, his son murdered him.
Brookhaven Town councilwoman named honoree by Knights of Columbus
The Saint Jude Council 5814 Knights of Columbus has announced that Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner will be honored at their 2025 Golf Outing.
Three Cops and a Baby
Three SCPD officers sprung into action to help deliver a baby girl on the side of Sunrise Highway who could not and would not wait to be welcomed into the world.
Praise After an Early Morning Blaze
They saved her home and now a Shirley woman has nothing but praise for local firefighters.
Musical Power Couple Visits West Babylon Record Store
The recently-engaged collaborators surprised three in-person shoppers upon arrival, and hundreds by the end of their hour-long drop-by.
Get Well, Soon: Checks Presented at PBA HQ to Officer Brendon Gallagher
"We are very grateful and thankful for everyone who has donated to this fundraiser, backed the Blue, and supported Officer Gallagher and his family," PBA President Lou Civello told The South Shore Press.
Measles Reaches Suffolk County
There are four reported cases of measles in New York with one of them in Suffolk County and three in New York City.
State of the Birds Report Highlights Ongoing Losses and Urgent Need for Conservation
State of the Birds report says our feathered friends are in trouble.
Brookhaven Adds to Environmental Land Bank
More environmentally sensitive land has been preserved, this time in Center Moriches.
Chamber Logo a No-Go
The Chamber of Commerce of the Mastics and Shirley is saying goodbye to it logo.
Beechwood Update at Chamber Meeting
Chamber members got an update on the Beechwood project.
Atelier events coordinator on student gallery show in Saint James: 'We hope to build their self-esteem'
Young artists from Suffolk and Nassau counties are showcasing their talents in the Fourth Annual Middle and High School Student Artists Juried Show at The Atelier at Flowerfield in Saint James.
Councilman Loguercio celebrates opening of "The Backyard" in Middle Island
On March 14, Councilman Michael Loguercio celebrated the grand opening of "The Backyard" in Middle Island.
William Floyd community supports childhood cancer research with "Brave the Shave" event
Members of the William Floyd community gathered recently to support childhood cancer research through the St. Baldrick’s Foundation.
Eastport-South Manor Students Exemplify Scientific Excellence
Three ESM students placed 4th at LISEF this month, while several more collected data from proteins at Brookhaven National laboratory.
Jimmie Vaughan Blues to Cruise into Patchogue Theatre
Tickets are $46-$86 and can be purchased in person at the theatre or on their website.
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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.