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Harris Harangued for Hurricane Response
As Long Islanders join in the nationwide effort to gather supplies for those devastated by Hurricane Helene, the federal government's response to the tragedy has become a presidential campaign issue with charges that emergency funds were diverted to support illegal immigrants.
Suffolk County Community College hosts 'Parklife' art exhibition in Brentwood
Suffolk County Community College is set to host "Parklife," an art exhibition featuring the works of artists James Bertucci, Claudia Kaatziza Cortinez, Kristen Jensen, and Benny Merris. The event will take place from October 21 to November 19, 2024, at the Sagtikos Art Gallery on the Michael J. Grant Campus in Brentwood.
Smithtown Fire Department announces Fire Prevention Day on October 23
Fire Prevention Day at the Smithtown Fire Department is scheduled for October 23 this year.
Patrick Meade elected as American Physical Society fellow
Stony Brook University's Patrick Meade has been elected as a fellow of the American Physical Society (APS). Meade, a professor at the C.N. Yang Institute for Theoretical Physics, was recognized for his research and leadership in particle theory and phenomenology. His work includes studies on gauge-mediated supersymmetry, top partners, long-lived particles, Higgs sectors, early universe phase transitions, and proposed facility science capabilities.
Stony Brook professor awarded national recognition for leadership in biomedical engineering
Yi-Xian Qin, a distinguished professor at Stony Brook University, is set to receive the 2025 Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) Christopher Jacobs Award for Excellence in Leadership. This annual award, initiated in 2019, commemorates Christopher R. Jacobs and honors those who exhibit exceptional leadership within the Cell and Molecular Bioengineering community.
Ronkonkoma road paving projects completed by Brookhaven officials
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilman Neil Foley have announced the completion of two significant paving projects in the Ronkonkoma/Holbrook area. The first project involved resurfacing Ackerly Lane, stretching from Portion Road in Ronkonkoma to Patchogue Holbrook Road in Holbrook. This undertaking included inspecting and installing drains, as well as repairing and replacing damaged concrete curbing and aprons. The total cost for this project was $221,000.
Brookhaven Lab announces new fellowship honoring Nobel Laureate Raymond Davis Jr
Brookhaven National Laboratory has announced the creation of a new fellowship program named after Nobel Laureate Raymond Davis Jr. This initiative is aimed at attracting early career scientists to the lab, with applications now open for its inaugural round.
Port Jefferson couple sentenced for fatal stabbing at local greenway trail
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the sentencing of Jose Martinez-Vazquez and Tiffany Diaz-Cabrera, both from Port Jefferson Station, for their roles in the fatal stabbing of Benjamin Flores-Mendez. Martinez-Vazquez, 25, pleaded guilty to Murder in the Second Degree for fatally stabbing Flores-Mendez. Diaz-Cabrera, 21, pleaded guilty to Manslaughter in the First Degree for acting as a lookout during the incident.
Casey Stars Again For SWR
Sean Casey rushed 20 times for 138 yards and three touchdowns and also returned an interception for a 40-yard touchdown to lead visiting Shoreham-Wading River (3-1). Noah Gregorek completed 8 of 12 passing attempts for 172 yards and two touchdowns while also running 10 times for 84 yards and two touchdowns. Anthony Mullen had 74 rushing yards and a touchdown on three carries. Gavin Cleary caught two passes for 85 yards and a touchdown, and Michael Casey added four receptions for 73 yards. Michael Iberger had a receiving touchdown. Dominick Correnthi rushed for a 56-yard touchdown for Wyandanch (0-4).
Chris Diot Leads The Royals To Victory
Port Jefferson came back from an 18-7 halftime deficit to claim the W. The Royals outscored the Mariners 20-6 in the second half as both the offense and the defense clamped down.
Max Ferraro Powers The Sharks
The Sharks were in full control of the game as they evened their record to 2-2. The afternoon brought a lot of big hits from both sides, but ultimately it was one player who was delivering the hits instead of absorbing them.
William Floyd Remains Perfect
William Floyd beat Sachem East 48-20 in the scoring fest. The Colonials came out of the tunnel fired up and ready and showed it from the opening kickoff.
Center Moriches Native Sydney Chartuk
Family and friends gathered recently to remember Center Moriches native Sydney Chartuk, who passed away at her home in Claremont, DE.
Vet Fest Highlights Services for Those Who Served
A broad range of services was presented over the weekend at a special event with the mission of preventing suicide among the area's military veterans. Hosted at the Pal-o-Mine Ranch in Islandia, the "Vet Fest" was sponsored by the Veteran Suicide Prevention Coalition and featured over three dozen organizations available to those who served.
Donald Trump's Triumphant Return to Butler
On October 5th, 2025, Donald Trump returned to Butler, Pennsylvania, a town that months earlier had witnessed a violent attack aimed at the former president. In a shocking moment, Trump had narrowly escaped an assassination attempt by Thomas Matthew Crooks, a self-radicalized 20-year-old gunman.
South Shore Press Political Cartoon: Democrat Voter Registration Drive
Cartoon by Michael Kellison
Nothing Doing Against These Lions
The Lions shut out Sachem North 28-0. Head coach Sean Kluber called the victory "a team victory over a solid Sachem North squad." and he pointed to the defense for the win.
Minneapolis Burned. Walz Lit the Match. Kamala Added Kerosene
When law enforcement needed Governor Walz to have their backs, protect them, and send in the National Guard, he did……nothing. Absolutely nothing.
Cheapest diesel found in Suffolk County during week ending Sept. 28
2 gas stations had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Civilian Vs. Military Life
Being patient with other people can be difficult. But sometimes we find it even more difficult to be patient with ourselves. We have high expectations and lofty goals. We want to accomplish things now, not later. And, of course, we want our lives to unfold according to our own timetables.
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Plaintiff Linkedto Partners LLC Accuses Digital Asset Firm DeFi Technologies Inc. of Securities Fraud
Linkedto Partners LLC has initiated a class-action lawsuit against DeFi Technologies Inc., accusing them of securities fraud by allegedly making false statements about their financial health between May and November of this year.
Plaintiff alleges auto dealer and bank conspired in deceptive financing scheme
In a lawsuit filed on December 5th in Brooklyn's Eastern District Court of New York against Generation Kia Inc., Esran L. Boothe claims he was misled into an inflated car financing deal through deceptive practices involving electronic contracts...
UCS Trading Inc., an e-commerce business victimized by fraudsters sues The Moroccan Deal Inc., alleging deceptive investment scheme
In a striking legal move, UCS Trading Inc., an e-commerce company based in New York City has filed a lawsuit against The Moroccan Deal Inc., accusing them along with two individuals of orchestrating a fraudulent investment scheme involving...