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Oct 31, 2024

Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Oct. 26

1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Oct. 26, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Oct 31, 2024

Another Wreck at Infamous Turn

The sharp curve on Montauk Highway between East and Center Moriches was the scene of an early morning accident Wednesday involving two Kias. The infamous County Road 80 turn has seen many accidents over the years, many fatal.

Oct 31, 2024

The Chart that Saved a President's Life

He usually refers to it at the end of his speeches, but this time, he went to it early. This time, it was on his right when it's usually to his left. When Donald Trump turned his head to refer to the chart at his rally in Butler, Pa., an assassin's bullet whizzed by, grazing his ear. If not for him turning his head, he would be dead.

Oct 31, 2024

Happy Tastes Good in Mastic-Shirley: Local Leaders Partake in New DQ Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

The ribbon-cutting ceremony took a deftly assisting Supervisor Panico tapping in on giant scissor duty for Ben to "give it a bit of that 'Brookhaven Snap,'" a quip which spawned raucous chuckles. Afterward, the Bathija's invited the leaders on a tour of the kitchen, where obligatory drive-thru-side photo ops ensued.

Oct 31, 2024

Brookhaven Science Associates awards 2024 scholarships to 20 students

Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA), which manages Brookhaven Lab for the U.S. Department of Energy through a partnership between Battelle and Stony Brook University, has announced the recipients of its 2024 BSA Scholarship.

Oct 31, 2024

Former account supervisor arrested for alleged theft from St. James HVAC company

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the arrest of Eleni Kalodis, a 54-year-old resident of Fort Lee, New Jersey.

Oct 31, 2024

Brooklyn man indicted after stunt driving injures bystander

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the indictment of Matthew Mitchell, a 20-year-old Brooklyn resident, for charges including Assault in the Second Degree.

Oct 31, 2024

Mangano Named #1 Recruit

Congratulations to SWR's own 2024 national wrestling champion! Shoreham-Wading River High School freshman wrestler Gavin Mangano earned the national wrestling championship at the National High School Coaches Association Tournament in Virginia Beach, VA this past weekend. He won the 126 lb. title by defeating a competitor, 5-1, in the finals. He finished his freshman season with 51 wins and a New York State championship at 133 lbs. He followed it up going 6-0 at the National Championship and earning this honor. He made his teammates, coaches, school district, community and family

Oct 31, 2024

Ward Melville Literally Never Loses

Imagine not losing a match in nearly 1,100 days. That's the situation for Ward Melville girl's soccer right now.After another undefeated regular season - 14-0-1 - they are 50-0-7 since the 2022 season. They have won two state titles during that stretch.Ward Melville recently bested Nassau County's South Side High School's streak of 56 games from 1999-2002 to close out the regular season.The Patriots will look to add to their historic run this week as the Section XI girl's playoffs kick off.

Oct 30, 2024

Are you a Bitter Clinger? A Nazi? A Fascist? Maybe You're Garbage? Democrats Think So.

Political parties and candidates have a long tradition of using biting insults against one another. In some ways, today's rhetoric looks tame compared to the past, but in other ways, it is very different and much uglier.

Oct 30, 2024

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas during week ending Oct. 26

4 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Oct. 26, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Oct 30, 2024

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest E85 gas during week ending Oct. 26

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Oct. 26.

Oct 30, 2024

Big Brookhaven Paving Project Completed

Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich have announced the completion of a significant road paving project in East Setauket, New York. The project involved resurfacing 16 roads located north of Route 347, off Pond Path.

Oct 30, 2024

East Setauket completes $762K road paving project led by Brookhaven officials

Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich have announced the completion of a significant road paving project in East Setauket, New York.

Oct 30, 2024

Shellfish restoration project concludes final oyster release for 2024

Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Coastal Steward Long Island volunteer Brian McCaffery participated in the Shellfish Restoration Project event at Mt.

Oct 30, 2024

Board discusses metal detectors for enhanced school safety

At the Board of Education meeting on October 29, 2024, school safety was the main topic of discussion.

Oct 30, 2024

JVC Broadcasting's annual food drive set for November in Farmingville

Farmingville, NY – As Thanksgiving approaches, JVC Broadcasting is organizing its annual food drive to aid the Brookhaven INTERFACE Program.

Oct 30, 2024

'Caitlyn's Vision' Holds Legislative Breakfast at Suffolk AME's Bohemia Headquarters

The Mastic-located non-profit “strives to help children and other individuals with visual impairments.”

Oct 30, 2024

Huge Republican Rally in Shirley

The Republicans turned out the party faithful and all of their candidates on the 2024 ballot at a rally that filled an airplane hanger at Calabro Airport in Shirley. Their message to the public in what they're calling the most consequential election in modern times is Vote, Vote, Vote.

Oct 30, 2024

Former executive sues United States over tax withholding dispute

Stephen Hilton has filed a lawsuit against the United States government over alleged erroneous tax withholdings from a settlement agreement with his former employer.

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Opinion

Letters to the Editor: Library Trustees Thank Taxpayers for Victories

I’m deeply grateful to the residents of the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library District for approving the library budget, as well as for re-electing me.


State

State Mandated Safe Boating Courses Coming Up

Long Islanders out on the water are looking to stay safe this summer.


National

South Shore Press Reporter Makes a Stop at the Grand Canyon

South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk makes a stop at the Grand Canyon.