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Audit to Investigate Bellone Opioid Monies
When former County Executive Steve Bellone was serving as a lame duck during his last term in office, his administration was busy doling out money from Suffolk's share of the National Opioid Settlement to organizations they would go to work for after leaving the public payroll.
LOCAL Holocaust Survivor Shares Her Hell on Earth
Marion Blumenthal Lazan knows the hell and horrors of the Holocaust firsthand. She was a nine-year-old girl when she and her family were prisoners at the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp, where Anne Frank and 50,000 other innocent souls lost their lives.
Plenty of People Packed Public Library for Panico Presentation
The Sachem Library and "Friends of the Library" program recently hosted Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico for a community forum on what's happening in the town. For more than 30 years the Friends of the Library group has played an instrumental role in supporting the library and strengthening community enrichment. The group, made up of volunteers, raises money through book sales and offers an annual $500 scholarship to graduating high school seniors who live in the Sachem School District. Their commitment to the community includes generous contributions that improved services inside and outside the library, including: Inside/Out Garden benches, construction of brick entrance walkway, an emergency defibrillator, the gallery display case on lower level, sound and projection system for Children's Services, and a Clear View on-screen magnifier for the visually impaired.
OTB Breaks Ground for $342 Million Casino Expansion
A who's who of Suffolk officials turned out Monday for the groundbreaking of a new casino in Islandia, a $342 million effort that will expand the operation of Jake's 58 and generate millions of dollars in revenue for local government.
Suffolk Opens Door for More CPS Workers
With a special grand jury recommending the hiring of more CPS workers in the wake of the Thomas Valva tragedy, Suffolk has stepped up its recruitment efforts.
URGENT POLICE ALERT: Phone Scammers on the Prowl
The Suffolk County Police Department has an urgent warning for you: don't fall prey to scummy scammers who are pretending to be cops to get your cash.
Cold Blooded Killer Pleads Guilty to Grisly Killing
Police caught him in the act four years ago setting on fire the corpse of a man he just pumped five bullets into, mercilessly shooting his victim in the head and neck.
JUSTICE FOR THOMAS - GOP Pols Put Pressure on Hochul to Save Kids' Lives
Two heavyweights in Suffolk government, County Executive Edward Romaine and District Attorney Raymond Tierney, have vowed to get to the bottom of how the system failed Thomas Valva, the young boy who froze to death in a garage, and make sure a tragedy like his is never repeated.
Smithtown Fire Department elects new chief and assistant chiefs
On Thursday, April 8th, 2021, the Smithtown Fire Department conducted its annual elections for officers as required by state law.
Smithtown Fire Department conducts remote elections amid social distancing
A historic election took place at Smithtown Fire Department's headquarters and online on Thursday, April 9, 2020.
Brookhaven Town to Launch Innovative Farmers Market Initiative
The Town of Brookhaven is poised to introduce a dynamic farmers' market initiative to cultivate community engagement and bolster local agriculture. Championed by the Town Board, this visionary project aims to unite residents, local farmers, and businesses to celebrate fresh produce and community spirit.
Migrant Madness Marks a Woke Box
Violent gangs, drugs, cartels, terrorists, illegal immigrants, and fentanyl flow freely across a wide open Southern Border on President Joe Biden's watch. This is directly responsible for killing Americans in every corner of the country.
Future Picassos on Display at BAFFA
Fine Arts (BAFFA) annual high school juried invitational art exhibit.
Brookhaven Town Renews Agreement for Electric Car Services
The Town of Brookhaven has reaffirmed its dedication to sustainable transportation by extending its partnership with EV Connect, Inc., a leading electric vehicle (EV) charging service provider. This progressive move, endorsed by the Brookhaven Town Board, is a substantial investment in eco-friendly initiatives, enhancing infrastructure and fostering environmentally conscious practices within the community.
Guest Editorial: Big Ballot Lift for RFK in NYS
Are you a fan of progressive activist Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s presidential campaign? Or maybe you're backing the presidential candidacy of Professor Cornel West, an independent democratic socialist? If Professor West isn't your cup of tea, maybe you're planning to cast your vote for the likely Green Party standard bearer, Dr. Jill Stein. Well, if you're a progressive New Yorker looking to vote for any of these progressive presidential candidates, don't be so sure you'll even find them on your ballot this November.
Local Emergency Services Hampered by Lack of Volunteers
A recent report by state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli confirmed what local fire and ambulance departments already knew: It's becoming increasingly more difficult to recruit and retain EMS workers to serve their communities on a volunteer basis.
Smithtown's Senior Center Celebrates 35 Years of Nourishing Community
In a heartwarming commemoration of dedication and service, the Town of Smithtown Senior Citizen Center is gearing up to mark a significant milestone – 35 years of providing nutritious meals to local senior residents. This spring, amidst a backdrop of camaraderie and gratitude, members, volunteers, and staff are preparing to honor the legacy of the Nutrition Program, a cornerstone of care in the community.
Graduation Ceremony Held for New Corrections Officers
The South Shore Press congratulates the 58 brave men and women who graduated from Suffolk County Community College to become Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Corrections Officers. A graduation ceremony was recently held for the 58 new officers.
Police Seek to Hire Spanish Speaking Clerks
If you speak Spanish, are looking for work, and want to make a difference in your community, then the Suffolk County Police Department might have the perfect job for you.
Analysis: Trump and Biden Coast to Wins in Suffolk County
Despite the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) blasting Democratic voters across New York State with texts to not cast a ballot to protest Joe Biden's perceived support of Israel, both Biden and Republican Donald J. Trump cruised to victories in their respective primaries here in Suffolk County.
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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.
Senators Urge Parole Board to Reject Rule Change They Say Endangers Public Safety
State Parole Board ignores the legislature, moves ahead with its own rules.
Sturgeon Moon Rises Red Over the South Shore
Blood red Sturgeon Moon made deeper by the wild fires in Canada.