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May 23, 2025

I Saw Sinners: AMC Offering $7 Tuesday Matinees for Members (Free to Sign-Up!)

Having raked in over $320 million against a $90 budget, unheard of for all non-Tarantino filmmakers cranking out original IP these days, the film does true damage in the best sense possible by way of director Ryan Coogler.

May 23, 2025

WFHS student wins 2025 Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award

William Floyd High School senior Aboni Hossain has been named the recipient of the 2025 Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award for Suffolk County.

May 23, 2025

William Floyd School District announces summer music enrichment program

The William Floyd School District is set to host a Summer Music Enrichment Program aimed at extending students' musical development beyond the regular school year.

May 23, 2025

William Floyd High School seniors to revisit elementary schools on June 26

Members of the Class of 2025 from William Floyd High School are set to participate in a "Walk Down Memory Lane" on June 26.

May 23, 2025

Queens College sued for alleged antisemitic discrimination against faculty

Queens College is facing allegations of discrimination, including claims of antisemitism. Plaintiff Helen Schwalb filed a lawsuit against the university, alleging discriminatory practices targeting Jewish faculty members, particularly within the Accounting Department.

May 23, 2025

Stony Brook University awards over 7,600 degrees at commencement ceremony

Today, Stony Brook University celebrated the graduation of over 7,600 students at LaValle Stadium.

May 23, 2025

New immune cell discovery may lead to alternative tuberculosis vaccine

A recent study published in Scientific Reports has identified a new population of immune cells that could be pivotal in developing an alternative tuberculosis (TB) vaccine.

May 23, 2025

Stony Brook University celebrates Class of 2025 with commencement ceremony

Stony Brook University marked its 65th Commencement Ceremony on May 23, celebrating the Class of 2025 at Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium.

May 22, 2025

Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest midgrade gas during week ending May 17

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

May 22, 2025

Long Island Housing Services Accused of Gender Discrimination by Former Employee

A former investigator at Long Island Housing Services has filed a lawsuit alleging gender discrimination and retaliation after reporting sexist comments made by a coworker.

May 22, 2025

EMS Hero Louis Valentino Honored for 71 Years of Unwavering Service

The South Shore Press continues its coverage of local heroes as part of Emergency Medical Services Recognition Week.

May 22, 2025

South Shore Servers Celebrate US Senate Passing No Tax On Tips

This week the legislation passed 100-0 on the floor of the US Senate by unanimous consent. The House is likely to pass the bill and President Trump will sign it.

May 22, 2025

Thunderbirds: Assemble! US Air Force Jets Fly Over Jones Beach En Route to MacArthur 

Before they made their way to Suffolk County, the jets offered a taste of what was to come for Jones Beachgoers, with the Thunderbirds returning as the official headliners of this Memorial Day Weekend’s two-day airshow.

May 22, 2025

Cuomo Under Investigation for Lies to Congress Over COVID Nursing Home Deaths

Former Governor Andrew Cuomo is under criminal investigation by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) for allegedly lying during his testimony to House Oversight and Government Reform Committee about decisions during the COIVD-19 pandemic.

May 22, 2025

YMCA Marketing VP: Huntington YMCA carnival will help ‘fund camp and program support for local families’

The Huntington YMCA will host its annual Memorial Day weekend carnival from May 23 to May 26, with proceeds supporting the YMCA’s scholarship fund to help local families send their children to camp.

May 22, 2025

Stony Brook unveils new landmark letters enhancing campus spirit

Stony Brook University has introduced its new Landmark Letters, a significant addition to the campus aimed at enhancing school spirit and community identity.

May 21, 2025

Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending May 17

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

May 21, 2025

The Eagles Unified Team Soars

The Rocky Point School District’s Unified Basketball team got a win this week against Shoreham Wading River and Comsewogue High School in their second season as a team.

May 21, 2025

The Colonials Win Their First Ever Playoff Game

The William Floyd Colonials varsity flag football team won their first-ever playoff game.

May 21, 2025

Stony Brook Medicine seeks applicants for health occupations partnership program

Stony Brook Medicine is currently accepting applications for its Health Occupations Partnership for Excellence (HOPE) program.

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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.