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Calls for Hochul to Sign Law Expanding Tuition Aid to Veterans Grow Louder
The New York State Assembly and Senate both passed a bill during this session that expanded tuition assistance to veterans regardless of their combat experience. All veterans, no matter their service, would be eligible for tuition assistance.
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.
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.
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.
Assemblyman DeStefano Honors Fallen Firefighers
Local and state leaders also gathered in a solemn ceremony to honor and remember the brave firefighters who have fallen in the line of duty over the past year.
State Lawmaker Calls for Stronger Security Surrounding EBT Cards
It's high time for New York State to upgrade the antiquated technology used in Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards.
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
Help Is On The Way
The good news for Yankee fans is things are about to get a whole lot better. The Bronx Bombers faithful were concerned that the Yanks didn't get another bat, a lefty arm in the pen and there are still pitching concerns. With that said Brian Cashmen reverted back to his standard talking point of saying 'just wait until guys get healthy'. While pinstripe fans have heard that before this season it rings true.
Bayport-Blue Point Is Making A Difference
ISF is a summer program that allows people with different abilities an alternative and safe environment to learn skills needed to encourage lifelong physical fitness. Much like the programs across Long Island that promote the United Leagues, the ISF program provides an engaging space for school-aged athletes four days a week for six weeks.
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.
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.
Bellport Has Heavy Hearts
The outpouring of emotions ran through Bellport for one of their most influential and beloved members of their athletic community. Chavious has seemingly always been a part of Bellport football. He was a three-year varsity player, highlighted by being a part of Bellport's 1992 Long Island Class II championship team as a sophomore.
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:
Biden-Harris Give Taliban $239 Million in Taxpayer Funds
Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) revealed in a report that significant failures in oversight of American aid resulted in the "misallocation" of $239 million of taxpayer funds to the Taliban. The funds were intended for counterterrorism efforts in Afghanistan.
New York on Track to Allow Convicted Felons to Serve on a Jury
New York's Office of Court Administration (OCA) announced that New York's lifetime ban for convicted felons to serve on juries is about to come to an end.
Senators Hawley and Gillibrand co-sponsor a Bill to Expand Mental Health Services for First Responders
U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Josh Hawley (R-MO) introduced the bipartisan 'First Responders Wellness Act ' that would establish a grant program to expand professional mental health services for law enforcement officers.
Only in New York: No ID to Vote, but Required to Buy Decongestant
Governor Kathy Hochul signed a host of new legislation claiming to strengthen voting protections and improve voter accessibility. Notably absent from her legislation is any effort to ensure election integrity and require photo ID at the polling station.
Suffolk Hall Of Fame Adds Classes At Miller Place
This partnership was developed through the Vaccaro brothers. Chris is the President of the Suffolk Sports Hall of Fame, and Bryan is a social studies teacher and multi-sport coach at Miller Place. Bryan developed the sports history class, which the administration approved. This partnership aims to inspire future historians, teachers, and sports business leaders while honoring local sports history.
Stony Brook University convenes advisory meetings for Southampton campus development
Stony Brook University has initiated working meetings for its Southampton Community Advisory Committee. The committee is tasked with offering strategic advice and guidance for the future development of the university's Southampton campus.
Disgraced FBI Agent Strzok Gets $1.2 Million
Taxpayers will have to shell out $1.2 million agreed to by the Biden administration to settle a lawsuit by Peter Strzok, the disgraced FBI agent who claimed his rights were violated when his inflammatory emails against President Trump were made public. Another suit is pending by Strzok looking to get his job back and retire with full government benefits.
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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.
The Phantoms are Steamrolling into the Playoffs
The Bayport-Blue Point baseball team has hit the magic number for the season of 20 and now they eye the post season.
ACEing Tennis for Autism
This past week Smithtown East High School hosted the annual Bob Davis Play for Autism Tournament, and it was a giant success for everyone involved.