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Aug 12, 2024

Ronkonkoma Man Dies in Apparent Drowning

Suffolk County Police Homicide Squad detectives are investigating the death of a man who was pulled unresponsive from the water in Shirley.

Aug 12, 2024

William Floyd Students Raise Resources for an Important Cause

Near the end of the 2023-24 school year, the William Floyd High School National Honor Society under the direction of advisors Salvatore Alfredson and Rebecca Penney, hosted "Sets for Tourette's," a volleyball tournament to benefit the Tourette Association of America.

Aug 12, 2024

Future Law Enforcers Celebrate Completion of Police Training

The South Shore Press congratulates the 17 teens who recently participated in the Suffolk County Police Department Explorer graduation.

Aug 12, 2024

Brooklyn Man Busted For Bolting After Boces Hit And Run

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that 22-year-old Josef McLorrain of Brooklyn, was indicted for two counts of Attempted Murder in the Second Degree, and other related charges, for allegedly striking two BOCES employees with his vehicle in an Eastern Suffolk BOCES parking lot."The indictment alleges that the defendant drove towards a group of BOCES employees in a

Aug 10, 2024

Thos. Cornell Galleries Drop Final Gavel

The final gavel struck the podium at the Thos. Cornell Galleries in Bellport, as the famed auctioneer, conducted his last sale.

Aug 10, 2024

The Time is Now to Prepare for a Storm

With Hurricane Debby sparing our area, Long Islanders are reminded about storm precautions and what they need to do if another tropical cyclone threatens us this hurricane season.

Aug 10, 2024

Windmills Were the Topic with the Man on the Beach at Smith Point

News of Massachusetts beaches closed due to the debris from a collapsed wind turbine blade didn't sit well with the beachgoers at Smith Point Park. Here's what they had to say:

Aug 8, 2024

East Moriches World War l Roster

Going through a box of old books l won at an auction years ago, l came across a notebook containing a treasure trove of information about the men from East Moriches who served during World War I. "Soldiers in the World War" was written across the top of a notepad containing the service records of 21 heroes who were part of the "Great War," which started in 1914. Many are familiar names with relatives still in the area and are immortalized on the Eagle monument that stands on Main Street. The South Shore Press presents them as a tribute to those who answered their country's call.

Aug 8, 2024

Taking Personal Action

Are you in the habit of doing what needs to be done when it needs to be done, or are you more likely to put off the harder tasks until some vaguely defined date in the future? If you've acquired the habit of doing your most important work first, congratulations.

Aug 5, 2024

William Floyd Students Shine at National Competition

two WFHS students presenting their project at the YMCA Changemakers conferenceWilliam Floyd High School rising seniors Alice Chen and Mathew Reis presenting their project proposal at the YMCA Changemakers Summit.

Aug 5, 2024

Waging War on Ticks in Brookhaven

Ticks in and around Brookhaven, beware.

Aug 5, 2024

Surveillance Video Key to Convicting Killer of Young Mother

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that 32-year-old Anthony Santiesteban was sentenced to 40 years to life in prison, after a jury found him guilty in June of Murder in the Second Degree and other related charges.

Aug 5, 2024

Fun and Fitness Bring Students Together at the Bayport-Blue Point School District

Fun and Fitness Bring Students Together at the Bayport-Blue Point School District

Aug 4, 2024

Ask Your Fellow Veteran: Dealing With Anxiety and Fear

As veterans coming from military service you have faced anxiety and fear and with the help of your peers overcame them. Now as civilians you are facing a whole series of different anxieties and fears alone, but there is help out there.

Aug 4, 2024

Students Sharpen STEM Skills in Robot Battle

Smithtown Central School District students attending Summer Camp Opportunities Promote Education (SCOPE) summer camp recently took part in a VEX and Lego Robotics competition at Accompsett Middle School.

Aug 3, 2024

Beach Tips to Stay Safe

While idyllic days at the beach are one of Long Island's main summer attractions, there are many hazards to consider. These won't ruin your day if you're prepared.

Aug 2, 2024

Free Health Screenings Courtesy of St. Francis

Residents can get a free cardiac screening for cholesterol and diabetes at a nearby location courtesy of the St. Francis Community Outreach Mobile Unit.

Aug 1, 2024

Long Islanders Not Too Keen on the Biden Economy

With the White House painting a rosy picture of the Biden administration's fiscal record, the South Shore Press hit the streets to find out how the people feel about current economic conditions.

Jul 31, 2024

Officer Honored for Offshore Save

Even on a day off fishing with friends 80 miles out in the Atlantic, Police Officer Bill Parmenter was prepared to save a life.

Jul 27, 2024

Willow Condo Complex fire under investigation after major response

Smithtown, NY – On July 26, 2023, a structure fire occurred at the Willow Condo Complex located at 12 Plantation Drive.

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Education

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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Unlicensed Contractor Charged for Presenting Forged Islip Permit to Great River Client

The owner of Tool Time Construction, Inc. allegedly committed false advertising when he claimed he had secured proper permitting to conduct business within the Town of Islip.


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Suffolk GOP Passes Term Limit Preservation Act in Response to State Election Mandate

It’s war between the Suffolk Republicans and Albany Democrats over controlling local elections.