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May 26, 2025

VFW Post 6249 Hosting Two Big Events

The 4TH Annual PFC Joseph P Dwyer Ptsd Memorial 5K Run will take place on Saturday, May 31st, 2025.

May 23, 2025

A Lion Sized No-No

This week the Longwod Lions playoff win wasn't just a great win, it was nearly perfect.

May 23, 2025

Cheapest E85 gas found in Suffolk County during week ending May 17

2 gas stations had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending May 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

May 23, 2025

Brookhaven Residents Invited to Go Green at Free Recycling Event with Councilwoman Bonner

Councilwoman Jane Bonner invites Brookhaven residents to participate in an upcoming Community Recycling Event on Friday, May 31st, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center, located in Mount Sinai.

May 23, 2025

From the Newsroom: Remember the Fallen Every Day of the Year

Not just on Memorial Day, but every single day of the year, we should give thanks to those souls who never made it home, so that we can reap the beautiful blessings and benefits of living and raising our respective families in the greatest nation on earth: the United States of America.

May 23, 2025

Sayville's Baseball Field Has a New Name

Sayville's long time baseball head coach Barry Fitzpatrick was honored last week when the school district renamed their field in his honor.

May 23, 2025

Editorial: Trio Of Progressive “Reform” Bills Will Result In The Release Of Thousands Of Violent Criminals And Put All New Yorkers In Danger

With the budget fight over, New York’s progressive legislators are now pushing a trio of bills— the Second Look Act, Elder Parole, and the Earned Time Act—that will fling open prison doors, putting thousands of violent criminals back on our streets.

May 23, 2025

Suffolk County allocates $20M for new sewer district in Mastic Beach

Farmingville, NY - On May 21, 2025, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Daniel J. Panico received a $20 million check from Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine.

May 23, 2025

South Shore Press Video Vault: Diamond Jubilee Anniversary for the Mastic Beach Memorial Day Parade

Arthur H. Clune American Legion Post 1533 will host its 75th Annual Memorial Day Parade in Mastic Beach on Sunday, May 26—a milestone moment in the community’s long-standing tradition of honoring American service members.

May 23, 2025

Dominick Thorne: A Legislator on a Mission to Honor Suffolk’s EMS Heroes

Legislator Dominick Thorne is leading the charge to recognize and strengthen Suffolk’s EMS system—while still answering emergency calls himself.

May 23, 2025

Comfort Has Four Paws: Huck the Therapy Dog Brings Relief to First Responders

In a county where emergency calls never seem to stop, comfort comes on four paws.

May 23, 2025

Library Partnership Tunes Into Ham Radio for Learning and Connection

Waves of Connection: Library and Radio Club Team Up to Tune In a New Generation

May 23, 2025

Safety in Boating: DA Tierney, US Coast Guard Enhance Local Maritime Law

On May 21st, the DA announced the implementation of “Aqua Alert” — an innovative pilot program designed to strengthen emergency response efforts across eastern Suffolk County’s waterways.

May 23, 2025

ESM Compendium: Future Newscasters and Poets Blossom at Elementary Level 

Eastport Elementrary students were divided into groups, where they could act out producer, director, camera crew, audio crew, newscaster and guest roles from a prewritten script.

May 23, 2025

Hochul Announces Millions in Downtown Revitalization Initiative and NY Forward Programs in Suffolk County

Governor Kathy Hochul announced millions in awards in Suffolk County as part of two economic development programs: the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) and NY Forward.

May 23, 2025

Suspended Suffolk County Police Officer Indicted for Sexually Assaulting Two Women While Off Duty & Running Brothels

Suspended Suffolk County Police Officer Indicted for Sexually Assaulting Two Women While Off Duty & Running Brothels

May 23, 2025

Brentwood Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Rape

A 23-year-old Brentwood man was sentenced to 20 years in prison for forcibly raping and sexually abusing his girlfriend and then stealing her electronic devices to prevent her from calling for help.

May 23, 2025

Suffolk County Police Respond to Foul Odor, Find Concealed Corpse in a Suitcase

Huntington man sexually assaults woman then falls asleep on top her causing asphyxia due to torso compression and smothering.

May 23, 2025

William Floyd CTE students earn medals at New York State SkillsUSA Conference

William Floyd High School Career and Technical Education (CTE) students recently participated in the 2025 New York State SkillsUSA Conference held in Syracuse, NY.

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Education

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.


Local

Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing

Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.


Local

Leave Fireworks to the Pros or Risk Tragedy This Fourth of July

Suffolk officials warn against illegal fireworks, want residents to enjoy the July 4th holiday without blowing themselves up.