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Brookhaven Hosts Black History Month Celebration
Dr. Michelle Raysor delivered the keynote address, and according to Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico, she “spoke about the grit necessary to succeed and never give up.”
Mather Nurse recognized for Saving House Fire Victim
Steven Cortes, a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, was honored with a lifesaver award from Northwell’s Anesthesia Service Line for his role in saving the life of a house fire victim.
Straight Out of a Gillian Flynn Novel: Sagamore Aide Arrested for Sexual Conduct with Teenage Human Trafficking Victim, Post-Rescue
The cross between “American Horror Story” and “Twin Peaks: Long Island Edition” did not fade away with a happy ending ride off into the sunset upon an emotionally aching father’s movie-like one-man rescue mission of his month-long missing daughter.
Social Media Posts Take Ugly Turn About Proposed Mosque in Shirley
“Funny how everyone forgot about 911 and all is wonderful now,” Vincent Gentile said. His comment was followed by, “Wow, super racist,” from Amanda Green.
Food Inflation is EggStreme
Still struggling with record inflation over the last few years, consumers have been shell-shocked by the soaring cost of eggs. A dozen on Long Island has shot up to $10 as more than 150 million fowl have been euthanized to fight a new strain of bird flu that is sweeping across the nation.
Mark Danowski to Lead St. Patrick’s Parade
He’s watched the St. Patrick’s Day Parade march past his business on Main Street in Center Moriches for 21 years. And now Mark Danowski gets to lead the annual event as Grand Marshal.
Brookhaven Town Clerk Addresses Senior Club on Scam Preventions
On February 5, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle attended a meeting of the Farmingville Senior Club at the Farmingville Fire Department.
Councilwoman Bonner swears in new Rocky Point Civic Association board
On February 4, Councilwoman Jane Bonner participated in a ceremony at the Fischer VFW Post 6249 in Rocky Point to swear in the new board members of the Rocky Point Civic Association.
Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Lights Into Gov. Hochul’s Budget Proposal
“This budget is exceptionally disappointing,” Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Dan Losquadro told The South Shore Press this week.
Suffolk County Sheriff Honors High School Student With Service Award
Sheriff Toulon recently presented the "Sheriff Toulon Community Leadership Award" to Kayla Kelly, a high school student dedicated to helping others.
Suffolk County's Top Cop Officially Sworn In
Kevin Catalina was sworn in as the Suffolk County Police Commissioner after he was approved by the Suffolk County Legislature.
WFHS Medical Club Donates $500 to the Child Life Program at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital
The William Floyd High School Medical Club, led by William Floyd High School science educator Terri Randall, continued their yearly tradition of donating to the Child Life Program at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital.
Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Jan. 25
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 Jan. 25.
Brookhaven Town Clerk Tosses Hat Into the Ring to Run for Re-Election
Kevin J. LaValle kicked off his 2025 reelection campaign at the Rocky Point VFW Post 6249
SCWA Hard at Work Fixing Busted and Broken Pipes Due to Bone Chilling Cold
Since January 1st, SCWA crews have responded to 224 main breaks, more than double the same period last year when 101 main breaks were repaired.
Panico and Mazzarella Nonored by Sons of Italy for Community Service
On January 23, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico and Suffolk County Legislator Jim Mazzarella were recognized for their contributions to the community by the Sons of Italy, Dr. Calabro Lodge 3011.
Suburbs Key to Electoral Success
Meeting with President Trump during his 2024 campaign, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman told him the road to the White House runs through the suburbs. He elaborated on the subject as a featured speaker at the state Conservative Party’s recent conference in a talk titled, “Winning the ‘Burbs, How Common Sense Conservatism is Holding the Line on Long Island.”
New Top Cop on Tap for Suffolk
Catalina, 57, relieves Acting Commissioner Robert Waring, who assumed the role at Romaine’s request as he searched nationwide for a new top cop. Waring, a 39-year police veteran, will return to his previous post as chief of department. Catalina succeeds Rodney Harrison, an appointee of former County Executive Steve Bellone.
Sheriff Toulon Praises Pick for New SCPD Commissioner
Catalina served at both the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office prior to his service with the Suffolk County Police Department.
Other Side of the State: Opposition Grows to Offshore Lake Erie Wind Turbines
Even before President Donald Trump took back the White House and signed an Executive Order stopping offshore wind energy projects, people around the country and in New York State have been working against wind turbines in their lakes, oceans, and on land.
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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.