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New York’s Nuclear Ghost Haunts West Valley
As Gov. Kathy Hochul moves ahead with her plan to build atomic plants to supplement the intermittent power supply from green energy, a contaminated nuclear waste site continues to haunt Western New York. Opened in 1966, the West Valley nuclear fuel reprocessing plant operated for six years and left behind 600,000 gallons of high-level radioactive waste in underground tanks.
SSP Poll Analysis: Dems Down in the Dumps as Trump Soars
A new Quinnipiac Poll shows the Democrat Party and its policy platform are the most unpopular they have ever been since the organization started asking about individual political parties in 2008.
Half Hollow Hills Fencing Is As Sharp As Ever
The team completed an undefeated regular season for the first time in program history this week. With that unblemished record, Half Hollow Hills are also League I Champions for the third consecutive year.
Rocky Point Lady Eagles Soar To The Top
After being picked by 58 percent of pundits the Lady Eagles of Rocky Point emerged as the New York State Queens at the 2025 Journeymen Girls State Duals.
Stony Brook Baseball Signs A Bionic Arm
The team welcomed 5-year-old Jordan Marotta to the ball club this past week. Marotta is the youngest-ever recipient of a cutting-edge bionic arm.
Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending Jan. 25
2 gas stations had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 25, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
New Tax Credit Could Aid Small Businesses to “Blow Their Own Horn”
Senator Monica R. Martinez and Assemblymember Jen Lunsford, with support from the Empire State Local News Coalition, introduced legislation to establish a first-of-its-kind tax credit for small businesses that advertise in local media outlets.
New Top Cop on Tap for Suffolk
Catalina, 57, relieves Acting Commissioner Robert Waring, who assumed the role at Romaine’s request as he searched nationwide for a new top cop. Waring, a 39-year police veteran, will return to his previous post as chief of department. Catalina succeeds Rodney Harrison, an appointee of former County Executive Steve Bellone.
NYS Senator Dean Murray: Don’t Believe the Media Hype
New York State Senator Dean Murray sent a message to taxpayers across the South Shore to clear up any potential confusion concerning proposed freezes and reductions in federal spending.
Connecticut resident sues City of Long Beach over unconstitutional vehicle seizures
A lawsuit has been filed against the City of Long Beach, accusing the municipality of violating constitutional rights through its "Boot and Tow" program.
Sheriff Toulon Praises Pick for New SCPD Commissioner
Catalina served at both the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office prior to his service with the Suffolk County Police Department.
William Floyd Graduate Lee Zeldin Confirmed by US Senate to Lead EPA
By a 56-42 vote, the United States Senate confirmed Zeldin’s appointment, with three Democrats joining Republicans in confirming Zeldin.
Hochul Pushes Plan for School Cell Phone Ban
“From parents and teachers to social justice and law enforcement leaders, New Yorkers agree that our young people succeed when they’re learning and growing, not clicking and scrolling,” Governor Hochul said. “Using the insights from my statewide listening tour, this comprehensive proposal to restrict smartphone use in schools will ensure that New York’s statewide standard for distraction-free learning delivers the best results for our kids and educators.”
SSP Analysis: Wind Energy May not be Worthy of the Bluster
“We have gone so far backward with this climate alarmism that now we're destroying millions of acres of land to build Chinese-made wind and solar farms that are just subsidy farms, as opposed to small nuclear footprint or natural gas or coal that take up fractions of the amount of land that solar farms do.”
Other Side of the State: Opposition Grows to Offshore Lake Erie Wind Turbines
Even before President Donald Trump took back the White House and signed an Executive Order stopping offshore wind energy projects, people around the country and in New York State have been working against wind turbines in their lakes, oceans, and on land.
East End Collected founder: Southampton show draws 'amazing wealth of talent'
Now in its 10th year, East End Collected at Southampton Arts Center continues to shine light on art in the Hamptons with its focus on local talent.
Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas during week ending Jan. 25
1 gas station had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 25, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Suffolk County Cops Make Fast and Furious Bust on Road Warriors
According to police, law enforcement on patrol spotted a 2018 Audi racing a 2011 Infiniti at speeds of more than 90 miles per hour on Sills Road, near Woodside Avenue, in Medford.
Insurance companies allege fraud scheme by New York legal firm
A lawsuit filed on January 17, 2025, accuses multiple medical practices and law firms of orchestrating a fraud scheme.
Approved Oil Co. sues Sprague HP Holdings for illegal monopoly in NYC fuel market
A lawsuit has been filed in New York City, accusing Sprague HP Holdings LLC and its affiliates of monopolistic practices in the liquid fuel industry.
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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.