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Town of Brookhaven Hosts Christmas Tree Lighting
The Holtsville Ecology Site was home to the 2024 Town of Brookhaven Christmas Tree Lighting, where Santa ditched his sleigh and decided to make a grand appearance by helicopter to countdown the celebration.
SCPD’s Fifth Precinct in the Holiday Spirit
The Fifth Precinct was rocking with the holiday spirit this week as kids belted out holiday songs while helping light a Christmas tree and menorah for Hanukkah.
National Honors for Two SCPD Officers
Suffolk County Police Detective Edwin Hugh and Police Officer Thomas Joy were among the recipients honored during the Seventh Annual Attorney General’s Award for Distinguished Service in Community Policing ceremony in Washington D.C.
Pearl Harbor Remembered at Special Event
At precisely 12:48 on Saturday afternoon, the “Day that will in infamy,” the attack on Pearl Harbor was remembered during a special ceremony at the Bartlett Pond Park war memorial in Middle Island.
Stony Brook resident wins compost tumbler in recycling contest
Recently, Bruce Hennessy from Council District 1 in Stony Brook visited Town Hall to collect his prize as one of the six winners of the Town of Brookhaven's "Brookhaven Recycles Day" Compost Tumbler Giveaway.
Councilwoman Bonner acknowledges community clean-up efforts in Sound Beach
On December 7, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined the Sound Beach Civic and other local organizations at the "Adopt-A-Spot New York Avenue" location.
Smithtown Fire Department announces Christmas Parade details and donation stops
The Smithtown Fire Department has announced the route for its 2024 Christmas Parade, scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. on December 21.
‘A Christmas Carol’ in Syosset! Dec. 7th - Jan. 5
The Cultural Arts Playhouse (CAP) in Syosset presents its community theater adaptation of Charles Dickens’ timeless classic “A Christmas Carol,” with shows running from Dec. 7th through Jan. 5th.
Pictorial History of Shirley
Drive around Shirley today and you’ll still see glimpses of the way it used to be, when it was a fresh new seaside community promoted by its founder, Walter T. Shirley, as a “nice place to live.
Farmingville man pleads guilty in Suffolk environmental crime case
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced that Giampiero Cali, 48, from Farmingville, has pleaded guilty to charges of Endangering the Public Health, Safety or the Environment in the First Degree and other related offenses.
Central Islip man indicted for alleged workplace stabbing
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the indictment of Paul Albinagorta, a 34-year-old resident of Central Islip, on charges of attempted murder in the second degree.
Rocky Point resident wins compost tumbler in Brookhaven recycling contest
Linda Loftus, a resident of Rocky Point in Council District 2, recently visited Town Hall to collect her prize as one of the six winners of the Town of Brookhaven's "Brookhaven Recycles Day" Compost Tumbler Giveaway.
Massapequa “Porch Pirate” Scam Reminds Holiday Shoppers to Keep Their Passwords on Lock
National headlines have come to an unduly targeted touchstone of Long Island suburbia once again, thanks to the annually infuriating “porch pirate” infestation.
Tierney Cracks Down on Retail Theft
Anyone with sticky fingers this holiday season be forewarned: the District Attorney’s Retail Protection Partnership is cracking down on shoplifting in a big way.
Panico Throws Gauntlet on Long Island’s Garbage Crisis
"It’s time for solutions and the leaders of New York State to get their heads out of the clouds, their feet on the ground, and come to solutions based in reality,” exclaimed Brookhaven’s Dan Panico.
Shop Local is the Community Mantra
Residents are enthused about shopping local and supporting community businesses this holiday season. Here’s what they told the South Shore Press Man on the Street.
Suffolk Residents Hail Red Light Camera Demise
The South Shore Press Man on the Street attended the victory party for Stephen Ruth, the Red Light Camera Robin Hood. Here’s what the attendees had to say about the program's demise.
Rave Reviews for New Library
The South Shore Press Man on the Street asked residents what they thought about the new Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library.
Gavin’s, A Treasure on Main Street
It’s a place of serenity and solace, peace and perseverance, a shop where you can treat yourself to a special prize or find the most heartfelt gift for a loved one or friend.
Low-Interest Loans Available for August Flood Damage
Those who suffered damages from the floods that battered Suffolk in August can apply for low-interest federal loans.
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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.