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New York couple sues Nassau County over unlawful firearm seizure
John and Elizabeth Burke have filed a federal lawsuit against Nassau County alleging unconstitutional seizure and retention of their firearms following a minor incident in December 2017. The couple claims violations of their Second and Fifth Amendment rights and seeks declaratory and equitable relief from the court.
Neuroscientist accuses major academic publishers of antitrust violations
In a landmark antitrust class action lawsuit filed on September 12, 2024, UCLA neuroscientist Dr Lucina Uddin accuses six major academic publishers of colluding to exploit scholars' unpaid labor and stifle scientific progress through unlawful practices including fixing peer review prices at zero and imposing restrictive submission rules.
Miller Place Beats Their Rival
Braeden Murphy led the offensive attack rushing for two late TDs and he paced the defense with 15 tackles. QB Shane Kiernan went to the air for over 200 yards and he added a rushing score of his own to secure the win for Miller Place.
The Coliseum Hosts History Again
The 'Barn' as it was often referred to is a multipurpose indoor arena that is best known as the former home of the New York Islanders, but the history is much deeper than just hockey.
New Clerk on Board at Patchogue-Medford School District
At last night's Board of Education meeting, the Board approved Theresa DeLeva as District Clerk, effective September 30th. Ms. DeLeva has been the senior cook of Patchogue-Medford High School's central kitchen for approximately eight years and held other food service roles in the District prior to that assignment. As a resident who participates in numerous District and building committees, she is devoted to continuing to support our District and community in this new role. Please join us in congratulating Ms. DeLeva on her new position!
Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Hosts Open House
The family-friendly and free event featured jail tours throughout the day, demonstrations by the Sheriff's Office departments including the Emergency Response Team and K9 unit, and Sheriff's Office vehicle displays.
Senator Murray Partners With SCSO on Prescription Collection Program
The recent prescription disposal effort at the Longwood Public Library resulted in the collection of four boxes of unused and expired medications.
Sayville Ford Donates Car Parts to William Floyd High School
Sayville Ford has been a strong partner for students and the district.
Cops Seize Three Illegal Gambling Machines
In response to many complaints from neighbors, Fifth Precinct Crime Section officers, along with Community Support Unit, Anti-Crime, NYS State Liquor Authority, and Patchogue Village Code Enforcement investigated Taqueria Hidalgo, A.K.A. 123 Food Market, located at 123 Route 112.
SCPD Investigating Serious Crash on the Long Island Expressway
Suffolk County Police Seventh Squad detectives are investigating a multi-vehicle crash.
Making Students Feel Welcome at Tuttle Avenue School
Wearing green, the students and faculty gathered outside to link kindness chains into a schoolwide chain to symbolize their connection as a community, empathy, and inclusivity.
Longtime Eastport-South Manor CSD Clerk to Retire
Ms. Murray was Clerk during the district's merger and building of the current Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School.
President Trump: A Mission to Turn NYS Red
Barring a last-minute, massive meltdown of the Kamala Harris campaign, the current Vice President is expected to win the Empire State over President Trump in the 2024 election.
Why Women Stay When They Want to Go: Your Next Read Ahead of Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Jeannie Middleton, of Lindenhurst, published her fifty-page self-help book on July 19, 2022. She spoke with The South Shore Press this week about her greatest intentions.
Gerard Kassar Unanimously Re-Elected NYS Conservative Party Chairman
The New York Conservative Party was first formed in 1962 "to restore a meaningful choice to the voters of New York State."
Head of the Table: "Pass the SALT"
After teasing in a Truth Social post on Tuesday, “I will turn it around, get SALT back, lower your taxes” and “make sure the funding is there to bring the Empire State “back to levels it hasn’t seen for 50 years,” Trump elaborated upon his plans surrounding all things SALT when he took the Nassau Coliseum rally stage.
'Golden Day' in New York Bumps up Against the Intent of the Constitution
Democrats across the state have been promoting something named 'Golden Day' on October 26th.. It is called 'Golden Day" because voters can both register to vote and vote on the same day. This despite the New York Constitution clearly stating in Article II Section 5 that "registration shall be completed at least ten days before each election.
Two-Way Stars Help Floyd Stay Unbeaten
The Colonials were led by Ja'Quan Thomas who rushed for nearly 150 years and two touchdowns. Wallace, Williams, and Cannet helped push William Floyd's rushing totals to over 200 yards on the ground as the line opened up holes all day for their backs.
A Mea Culpa or Another Trump Hit Piece?
This past Friday, I challenged myself to sit through MSNBC's latest documentary, produced by Rachel Maddow, featuring former GOP provocateur Lev Parnas. My initial concern was that simply tuning into the network might subject me to intellectual atrophy, a condition seemingly afflicting Maddow's and Joy Reid's followers. But, much to my surprise, I emerged unscathed. What I endured, however, was two hours of what can best be described as an extended anti-Trump campaign ad—an emotive portrayal of a man eager to paint himself as both the victim and penitent.
Can President Trump Flip NYS Red?
This past week, Long Island played host to one of the largest political events it has ever seen. A rally for former President Donald Trump packed the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum with some 16,000 attendees seated inside, while an estimated 50,000 more filled the overflow areas outside the venue. The event went forward despite speculation following the second reported assassination attempt on Trump's life. But as many have noted, Trump is a showman at heart, and, in true theatrical fashion, "the show must go on." Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman assured the public that the coliseum would be "the safest place in America" during Trump's visit.
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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.
Suffolk's Schools of Distinction
To be recognized as a School of Distinction, a school must apply for the honor and have 100% of its varsity teams earn the Scholar-Athlete Team Award during their respective sports seasons.
Rocky Point Alumn Take 1st
Amendola rose to new heights at the Nuway Nationals in Atlantic City, NJ. Amendola has been wrestling for the East Stroudburg Warriors for three seasons now.