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Black ‘Conservative’ History Month Part 2: “Democrats Promise Hope, But Don’t Deliver”
The South Shore Press continues its series for Black History Month focusing on black/brown people who espouse conservative views.
Trump’s DOGE Finds Billions in Waste, Fraud, and Abuse of Taxpayer Money
President Trump created the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) with an Executive Order on the day of his inauguration.
Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Feb. 8
1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 8, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Floyd Academy celebrates first mid-year graduates of Class of 2025
The Floyd Academy held its mid-year graduation ceremony, recognizing 15 students who completed their high school requirements and became the first graduates of the Class of 2025.
William Floyd wrestling team shines with two champions advancing to county championships
The William Floyd varsity boys' wrestling team, led by Coach Tony Mecca, achieved significant success at the recent League I championships.
Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest diesel during week ending Feb. 8
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 8.
Musical 'Underground' premieres at Stony Brook Southampton's Avram Theater
Stony Brook Southampton recently hosted the Long Island premiere of "Underground: Hear the Sound of Freedom" at the Avram Theater.
PhD graduate Amanda Rowe recognized as finalist for dissertation award
Amanda Rowe, a recent PhD graduate from Stony Brook University’s Interdepartmental Doctoral Program in Anthropological Sciences, has been named a finalist for the Chancellor’s Distinguished Dissertation Award.
Stony Brook leaders urge Congress to address NIH grant caps and hospital funding
On February 12, William Wertheim, Executive Vice President of Stony Brook Medicine, traveled to Washington D.C. with SUNY Chancellor John B. King, Jr. to discuss pressing federal issues with New York's congressional representatives and staff.
Uber sues multiple law firms and medical practices over alleged fraudulent injury claims
Uber Technologies has filed a lawsuit against several law firms and medical practices in New York for allegedly orchestrating a fraudulent scheme involving fake injury claims from minor vehicle collisions.
William Floyd Graduate Lee Zeldin Uncovers Billions in Misuse of Tax Dollars as EPA Administrator
Zeldin’s EPA found $20 billion in taxpayer money ‘hidden’ at an outside financial institute by Biden-Harris officials in the waning days of their administration.
Rocky Point Advances
The Eagles won 60-58 over Westhampton on Thursday night in a game that was as close as the score would indicate.
The Wildcats Excel At Fencing Championships
The team watched as freshman Joseph Losquadro, who was in the Sabre competition, had an amazing run in his first year of high school fencing competition.
DOGE for New York
State legislators get behind a DOGE for New York to cut government waste.
Deadline Fast Approaching For You to Obtain a REAL-ID License.
New Yorkers will need a REAL ID to board an airplane beginning in May 7, 2025. All Department of Motor Vehicle offices in Suffolk County provide the REAL ID pre-screening service.
Eighth graders explore career options at William Floyd High's CTE Program
Eighth-grade students from William Floyd Middle School and William Paca Middle School recently visited the Career and Technical Education (CTE) program at William Floyd High School.
Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest midgrade gas during week ending Feb. 8
1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Feb. 8, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Igloo Products faces class action lawsuit over alleged false environmental claims
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Igloo Products Corp., accusing them of misleading consumers with false environmental claims about their coolers' biodegradability and origin.
Brooklyn Parent sues NYC DOE for failing to provide special education services
In a lawsuit filed in January 2025, a parent accuses the New York City Department of Education of failing to provide necessary educational services for her disabled child as required by law.
Bridge Snares Another Victim
The tractor-trailer hit the Long Island Rail Road trestle so hard it flipped over into the opposite lane. Heavy wrecker crews dragged the rig from under the bridge and took hours to upright it and tow it away. The driver was airlifted by a Suffolk Police helicopter to Stony Brook University Hospital with serious injuries.
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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.