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Man on the Street: Thanksgiving Discussions
With President Trump's historical election in the books, the South Shore Press was curious about the discussions residents expect around the Thanksgiving dinner table this year. Here's what they said.
Mastic Beach, A Paradise for Young and Old
Beaches, boating, and fishing—the attributes that drew people to Mastic Beach from the city years ago— remain the area's most popular attractions.
Smithtown Christmas Parade set for December with safety measures
The 41st Annual Smithtown Christmas Parade is scheduled for Saturday, December 12, beginning at 4 p.m. Attendees can access the full parade route by viewing or downloading the PDF provided.
Stony Brook honors outstanding employees at second annual Stony Awards
Stony Brook University held its second annual Stony Awards on November 20 at Flowerfield in St. James, recognizing the contributions of its faculty, staff, and healthcare personnel.
Taking One For the Team, One Pie at a Time
School students in the Smithtown Central School District stepped up, grabbed a pie and "pie
Helen B. Duffield Students Give Back with Thanksgiving Food Drive
In a heartwarming display of community spirit, students and faculty at Helen B.
SCOPE Received Excellence in Education Award From Suffolk Scouts
Matinecock scouting district. Town of Huntington Councilwoman Brooke Lupinaccipresented the organization with a proclamation.
William Floyd High School Students Honored for Academic Excellence
These students stood out, and above, by achieving and maintaining a grade point average of 95 or higher. William Floyd students took 20 percent of all the honors. There were 160 high school students from 15 districts across Brookhaven recognized. This is a wonderful achievement and speaks volumes about the good work of the educators and leadership at Wm. Floyd High School.
Smithtown School of Business Olympics Turns 30
With its various unique amenities BarkBistro, BarkBath and BarkBalance, Bark n' Buff creates a healthy lifestyle for owners and their dogs inside the gym and out.
FEMA Screws Suffolk on Storm Aid
Long Islanders took notice when it came out that FEMA, the federal agency tasked with assisting Americans after emergencies, gave short shrift to residents in other states because they supported President Trump. They had reason to worry after a "biblical" storm wreaked havoc across Suffolk over the summer.
Suffolk County DA Beefs Up Traffic Division
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the appointment of Assistant District Attorney Stephanie Dellinger as a New York State Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor. ADA Dellinger will provide expertise in prosecuting motor vehicle offenses for prosecutors and law enforcement agencies across Long Island, New York City, and the lower Hudson Valley.
Suffolk DA hosts traffic safety resource prosecutor amid push for deadly driving bill
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the appointment of Assistant District Attorney Stephanie Dellinger as a New York State Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor.
Ronkonkoma man sentenced for double homicide involving childhood friend
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the sentencing of Brian Cordovano, 50, from Ronkonkoma, to 30 years in prison for a double homicide that occurred in April 2022.
Rocky Point Horror: A Killer Still at Large
Police reports say Joseph Zoll, 61, was discovered at his Quail Road home at approximately 1:25 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9th by a Seventh Precinct officer who was responding to a 9-1-1 call.
Brookhaven Honors Student Artists
The Town of Brookhaven honored and recognized student winners of their recycling poster contest. These posters are on display on the second floor in the lobby area of Town Hall.
NYS Assemblyman Honors Patchogue-Medford High School Students
Brandon Baker and Layla Colonna on being named Patchogue-Medford High School's November Students of the Month
Generations of Law Enforcement Continue Protecting and Serving
Suffolk County Police Acting Commissioner Robert Waring and Deputy Commissioner Belinda Groneman recently hosted a shield change ceremony during which members of the department received SCPD shield numbers from family members who are active or retired from the police department.
Cops Kick the Soccer Ball With Kids for a Good Cause
It was a beautiful November day filled with teamwork and community spirit.
Suffolk County's Top Cop Welcomes Patchogue-Medford High School Students
The visit included a display of the various vehicles used by the Sheriff's Office, along with explanations of their purposes and importance in law enforcement operations.
Peace Pole Dedicated in Rocky Point
Peace poles originated in Japan after World War II and can be found today in many prominent places, including the United Nations, the Pentagon, and the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands. Peace poles are intended to serve as reminders to think, speak, and act in a spirit of peace and harmony in the community.
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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.
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.
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.