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May 27, 2025

Public Relations Professionals of Long Island Celebrates 2025 Award Winners

Longtime South Shore Press News Reporter Robert Chartuk is among the many professionals honored

May 27, 2025

Proposed East Moriches Cemetery to Be Open to All Faiths, Developer Says

Breaking news on plan to build massive East Moriches cemetery.

May 27, 2025

Community Honors Sacrifice and Tradition at Mastic Beach’s 75th Memorial Day Parade

Huge turnout for the 75th Annual Mastic Beach Memorial Day Parade.

May 27, 2025

Long Tradition of Remembrance Continues in Mastic

Honoring the fallen in Mastic.

May 27, 2025

Veterans Going Strong After 75 Years

Today and 75 years ago in Mastic Beach.

May 27, 2025

Center Moriches Honors Those Who Gave All

All gave some, but some gave all.

May 26, 2025

Perennial Eyesore No More in Mastic Beach

Work is underway to rid Mastic Beach of a perennial eyesore.

May 26, 2025

Diocese Of Rockville Centre Announces Eucharistic Congress And Diocesan Pilgrimages As Part Of National Eucharistic Revival

The Diocese of Rockville Centre is excited to announce a major event in its ongoing participation in the National Eucharistic Revival: a Diocesan Eucharistic Congress, to be held on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at St. Anthony’s High School in Huntington, NY.

May 26, 2025

VFW Post 6249 Hosting Two Big Events

The 4TH Annual PFC Joseph P Dwyer Ptsd Memorial 5K Run will take place on Saturday, May 31st, 2025.

May 23, 2025

Brookhaven Residents Invited to Go Green at Free Recycling Event with Councilwoman Bonner

Councilwoman Jane Bonner invites Brookhaven residents to participate in an upcoming Community Recycling Event on Friday, May 31st, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center, located in Mount Sinai.

May 23, 2025

Editorial: Trio Of Progressive “Reform” Bills Will Result In The Release Of Thousands Of Violent Criminals And Put All New Yorkers In Danger

With the budget fight over, New York’s progressive legislators are now pushing a trio of bills— the Second Look Act, Elder Parole, and the Earned Time Act—that will fling open prison doors, putting thousands of violent criminals back on our streets.

May 23, 2025

Suffolk County allocates $20M for new sewer district in Mastic Beach

Farmingville, NY - On May 21, 2025, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Daniel J. Panico received a $20 million check from Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine.

May 23, 2025

Dominick Thorne: A Legislator on a Mission to Honor Suffolk’s EMS Heroes

Legislator Dominick Thorne is leading the charge to recognize and strengthen Suffolk’s EMS system—while still answering emergency calls himself.

May 23, 2025

Comfort Has Four Paws: Huck the Therapy Dog Brings Relief to First Responders

In a county where emergency calls never seem to stop, comfort comes on four paws.

May 23, 2025

Library Partnership Tunes Into Ham Radio for Learning and Connection

Waves of Connection: Library and Radio Club Team Up to Tune In a New Generation

May 23, 2025

Safety in Boating: DA Tierney, US Coast Guard Enhance Local Maritime Law

On May 21st, the DA announced the implementation of “Aqua Alert” — an innovative pilot program designed to strengthen emergency response efforts across eastern Suffolk County’s waterways.

May 23, 2025

ESM Compendium: Future Newscasters and Poets Blossom at Elementary Level 

Eastport Elementrary students were divided into groups, where they could act out producer, director, camera crew, audio crew, newscaster and guest roles from a prewritten script.

May 23, 2025

Suspended Suffolk County Police Officer Indicted for Sexually Assaulting Two Women While Off Duty & Running Brothels

Suspended Suffolk County Police Officer Indicted for Sexually Assaulting Two Women While Off Duty & Running Brothels

May 23, 2025

Brentwood Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Rape

A 23-year-old Brentwood man was sentenced to 20 years in prison for forcibly raping and sexually abusing his girlfriend and then stealing her electronic devices to prevent her from calling for help.

May 23, 2025

Suffolk County Police Respond to Foul Odor, Find Concealed Corpse in a Suitcase

Huntington man sexually assaults woman then falls asleep on top her causing asphyxia due to torso compression and smothering.

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Sports

Stony Brook Remains Unbeaten at Home

The Stony Brook men’s basketball team earned CAA Team of the Week honors this week after putting together an impressive stretch of performances at home. The Seawolves picked up victories over Columbia and Central Michigan, continuing their strong start to the season.


Sports

Smithtown Celebrates Night of Champions

The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education proudly recognized several championship teams this week during its Board of Education meeting, celebrating an outstanding year marked by dedication, perseverance, and athletic excellence. Each team was introduced by Director of Athletics Jason Lambert, who highlighted the remarkable accomplishments achieved throughout the season.


Sports

SWR Wins the White Plains Tiger Invitational

The Shoreham-Wading River varsity wrestling team captured the team championship at the White Plains Tiger Invitational this week, delivering a dominant performance against strong competition. The Wildcats defeated 11 other teams representing Section I, Section IX, and the Catholic High School Athletic Association, showcasing their depth, toughness, and consistency throughout the tournament.