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Full Steam Ahead for Shirley Starbucks
Coffee lovers will have another place to get their caffeine fix in Shirley, as the Brookhaven Town Board approved zoning and procedural requests for Starbucks to build a new store located at 855 Montauk Highway.
New Corrections Recruits to Protect and Serve in Suffolk County
Approximately 26 men and four women make up the new class of 30 Suffolk Sheriff's Office Corrections Officers. A swearing-in ceremony was held, with Sheriff Errol D. Toulon Jr. and fellow officers presiding.
Assemblyman DeStefano Recognizes Students of the Month
New York State Assemblyman Joe DeStefano honored "Student of the Month" certificates to Lynette Hack for May, and Nathaniel Maritato for June at Patchogue-Medford School District.
Ten "Teeny" Nominations for Talented William Floyd High School Students
The Teeny Awards, modeled after the Tony Awards, celebrates the achievements of local high school theater arts students at an annual celebration and ceremony sponsored by the East End Arts Council.
Ronkonkoma Rotarians Participate in "Day of Service"
Helping homeless veterans in need by packing bags of supplies. Hosting a food drive for the less fortunate in Bellport and Shirley. Cleaning and making repairs at Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck, a special camp for individuals with disabilities. Volunteering at Bethel Farm in Centereach.
Good Riddance: Brookhaven Zombie House Comes Crashing Down
Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico, concerned neighbors, and community activists were on hand when a bulldozer started demolishing a "zombie home" located at 56 Barbara Lane in Medford.
High Honors for One of SCPD's Top Cops
Suffolk County Police Department Deputy Commissioner Belinda Alvarez-Groneman was named "Woman of the Year" by the Suffolk County Association of Women Police at a recent ceremony.
SCPD Travels to DC to Honor Fallen Officers
Members of the Suffolk County Police Department traveled to Washington, D.C. during National Police Week. Many officers attended a Candlelight Vigil and National Peace Officers' Memorial Service.
Suffolk County Cops Collar Suspect in Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash
Five months ago, 63-year-old Richard Dirocco was killed by a hit and run driver just north of the Frank Court intersection.
Eastport-South Manor Seniors Participate in College Decision Day
Nationally, this annual celebration takes place as an opportunity to celebrate the graduating students' hard work and accomplishments and post-high school plans.
Honoring Those Who Fought For Freedom and Who Protect and Serve
Jacob's mother, Dorine Kenney, was on hand at the breakfast for naming of the Jacob's Light "Beacon of Hope Award, which is named after her son. The Award is given to individuals and organizations that have overcome tremendous hardships, and those who continue to strive to be a beacon of light for those in need.
Great Brookhaven Cleanup
Environmentally minded residents and those who want their town to look a little bit better participated in the Great Brookhaven Cleanup, an annual effort that removed tons of litter and debris from the landscape.
Long Island Loses a Legend: Joan Travan
The community is mourning the passing of Joan Travan, a long-time South Shore Press columnist and driving force behind many projects in her beloved hometown of Medford. She touched many lives both as a civic leader and in her profession as a Community Service Aide.
New Kelp Farm for Violet's Cove
The benefits of kelp were extolled by local officials announcing an agreement for an aquaculture farm at Violet's Cove in Mastic Beach with Sue Wicks, a former professional basketball star with roots to the local waters going back generations.
Environmental Advocates Urge "Skip the Stuff"
This is a simple step that will go a long way toward keeping our environment clean and reducing the amount of plastics in the waste stream.
The Majority Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, Steve Scalise, came to Suffolk recently to discuss key issues with County Executive Edward Romaine and Congressman Andrew Garbarino.
The Majority Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, Steve Scalise, came to Suffolk recently to discuss key issues with County Executive Edward Romaine and Congressman Andrew Garbarino.
Big Time Surprise for Suffolk County Community College Student
The scholarship provides up to $55,000 annually to complete a bachelor's degree.
Career Cafe Kicks Off at William Floyd High School
Nearly 300 students in grades ten, eleven, and 12 met with representatives from more than 80 fields for conversations about their careers. Additionally, 16 William Floyd alumni also returned to share their business expertise with students.
New Brookhaven 7-Eleven
Brookhaven 5th Town Council District Councilman and Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico were on hand for the ceremonial ribbon cutting ceremony for a new 7-Eleven store.
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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.
Call it a Comeback! You Can’t Kill Kilwin’s in Patchogue
Christine and Brian Viscount, owners of Port Jefferson Kilwins since 2017, stepped in to re-open the briefly out of commission Patchogue Main Street location this summer.
The Ducks Celebrate L.I. Jewish Heritage
The game brought thousands of fans out to celebrate Jewish pride, community, and solidarity with Israel, as well as their hometown Ducks.