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Primaries Will Set Who Will Run in lst C.D.
It's a "swing" district, one that could go Democrat or Republican, unusual these days for a House district most of which are dominated by voters of one party due to politically manipulated reapportionment.
Chalky Tasting Sweets
The 2024 installment of the NCAA tournament has been mostly bland. We had a few upsets early, but there are no upper seeds advancing, no last second buzzer beaters to hang our hats on and this Sweet 16 is tasting very chalky. Chalk is a term used by sports bettors when you talk about the favorites and favorites were on full display this past Saturday. Favorites went a perfect 8-0 on Saturday with all but one team covering the spread. It was a nightmare scenario for sports books, but the public ended up cheering. That favorite run didn't only start and end Saturday. In fact bookmakers have called this the most chalk filled NCAA tournament of all time.
King Kullen And Wild By Nature Raise $22,000 for Long Island Cares/Harry Chapin Food Bank
King Kullen and Wild by Nature recently came to the aid of Long Islanders in need by hosting their annual in-store "Check Out Hunger" campaign, raising $22,000. The money was donated to the Long Island Cares/Harry Chapin Food Bank, which has served Long Island's food insecure population since 1980.
Kennedy Audit Exposes Millions in Wasted Cyber Spending
Nearly $14 million in unnecessary expenses were made by Steve Bellone when he was county executive in the wake of the 2022 cyberattack that paralyzed Suffolk government for months, with another $3.5 million lost in annual recurring costs, according to Comptroller John Kennedy in a report released last week.
Police Need Your Help Collaring Suspected Crooks
Don't wear white after Labor Day and definitely don't don neon construction yellow while engaging in bad behavior. Police say this woman stole a wide range of items from a Family Dollar in Farmingville.
Daycare Horror: Cops Cuff Owner Accused of Abusing 10-Year-Old Girl
Suffolk County Police arrested a daycare employee after a 10-yearold girl accused him of abusing her while she was under his care in Brentwood in 2020.
Bus Driver Busted: Accused of Abusing Child
A bus driver was busted by police for allegedly sexually abusing a girl in Bay Shore.
Mather Hospital Notches Another National Distinction
Last month "Healthgrades" named Mather Hospital one of the top 250 health care facilities in the country. It also gave them a Pulmonary Care Excellence Award nine years in a row.
Brookhaven National Lab, A World Renowned Research Center
Shortly after the Atomic Age began with the detonation of the first nuclear bomb, the government established research facilities to delve into the innate powers of nature. A major center was situated at the former Camp Upton, Brookhaven National Laboratory, and it quickly became renowned for helping make our modern world what it is today.
Patchogue-Medford Library Hosts Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Course
On Wednesday, March 28th, the Patchogue-Medford Library will host an essential event focused on lithium-ion battery safety. Starting at 6:00 PM, Legislator Dominick Thorne, in collaboration with The Suffolk County Fire Safety Educators and Lithium-Ion Task Force, will present a comprehensive Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Course.
Anthony Piccirillo, Legislative Force
Chairing key committees in county government, Legislator Anthony Piccirillo has a lot to say about how Suffolk operates and where taxpayer dollars are spent. The Holbrook lawmaker, now in his third term, is part of a Republican majority seeking to take the county in a different direction after years of Democrat rule.
GiGi's Playhouse 3rd Annual Gala
Congressman Andrew Garbarino was among the guests at the 3rd Annual Wonderland Gala sponsored by GiGi's Playhouse Long Island in Patchogue. He announced federal funding to help launch GiGi University's career readiness program and the Hugs & Mugs supported employment program.
Thomas Bivona, Deputy Sheriff's PBA President
Representing 265 men and women in Suffolk law enforcement, the Deputy Sheriff's PBA has a new president, 13-year department veteran Thomas Bivona. The union, headquartered in Ronkonkoma, supports a vibrant workforce in its mission to keep Suffolk safe.
Babylon Body Parts Suspect in Jail on Shoplifting Charges
It didn't take long for a suspect out with no bail in the Babylon Body Parts case to be arrested again, this time for stealing cosmetics from a Lindenhurst CVS, according to police. Amanda Wallace, 40, of Amityville, was arrested for petit larceny while wearing an ankle monitoring device Friday evening.
Tate Brothers Face New Legal Turmoil in Romania
Andrew Tate, an online influencer with a substantial social media following, and his brother Tristan Tate are entangled in more legal woes as they face detention in Romania. The predicament stems from a U.K. arrest warrant issued in connection to allegations of sexual aggression dating back to 2012-2015. This revelation was made by spokesperson Mateea Petrescu, who disclosed that the Bucharest Court of Appeal is poised to render a critical decision regarding the execution of warrants issued by the U.K.'s Westminster Magistrates Court.
ByteDance Battle: House Bill Puts TikTok Future in Limbo
The House of Representatives has recently passed legislation sparking debate about TikTok's future in the United States. Contrary to widespread speculation, the bill doesn't entail an outright ban on the popular social media platform. Instead, it addresses concerns surrounding TikTok's ownership structure and potential national security risks.
Worst to First. Chump to Champ. LaGuardia Airport Earns National Honors
The South Shore Press did a deep dive on what a dump LaGuardia Airport used to be. It did not take long for us to use the Google Machine to find a story from USA Today.
Forgetful or Fit? Special Counsel Report Raises Questions About Biden's Cognitive State
Special Counsel Robert K. Hur's report, released alongside the transcripts, delivered a damning assessment of President Biden's cognitive abilities. While concluding that criminal charges were not warranted for Biden's mishandling of classified documents, the report painted a stark picture of an 81-year-old president whose age has become a central issue in his reelection campaign. According to the report, Biden's memory was described as "significantly limited," with "limited precision and recall."
Poll Shock: Democrats Balk at Certifying Trump Win
In a recent Rasmussen Reports poll, commissioned by the National Pulse, troubling revelations have emerged regarding the stance of Democrat voters towards the 2024 election results, should former President Donald Trump emerge victorious. The findings, which indicate a significant proportion of Democrats opposing the certification of Trump's potential win, have sparked concerns regarding the integrity of the electoral process.
South Shore Press Exclusive: A Conversation with Vivek Ramaswamy
This past week Mychajliw caught up with Ramaswamy at his Columbus, Ohio home and spoke to him about an issue that was critically important to his presidential campaign: reviving America's lost identity while also reducing the $34 trillion national debt, which is expected to climb to $54 trillion in ten years.
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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.
South Shore Press Video Vault: Colonial Youth & Family Services Summer Camp
If you're looking for a month-long summer camp for your kids, Colonial Youth and Family Services is hosting one
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Horse Racing Authority
Hector Soler has filed a lawsuit against his former employer, alleging racial discrimination and wrongful termination after years of service at a leading horse racing association.