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Firefighters respond to early morning blaze on Sandalwood Drive in Smithtown
Smithtown volunteer firefighters responded to a structure fire at 31 Sandalwood Drive early on September 27, 2024.
Body Parts Pair Cop Pleas
Two of the suspects in the Babylon Body Parts case have copped pleas that will bring them to justice for helping cut up and dispose of the remains of two victims but spare them of murder charges.
Job Seeker Alert: SPCD is Hiring
If you're looking for a job, the Suffolk County Police Department is hiring for two types of positions.
Romaine Budget Comes With Tax Hike
Pointing to increased health care and pension costs for county workers and investments in public safety and cybersecurity, Suffolk Executive Ed Romaine has called for a tax hike in his first budget as chief executive.
Groundbreaking Held for High-End Patchogue Apartments
Luxury apartments with 91 units are one step closer to becoming reality in Patchogue, as local leaders and developers celebrated the groundbreaking for the new Greybarn Apartments.
Suffolk County SPCA to Host Free Rabies Clinic this Saturday
The Suffolk County SPCA is having its Annual Free Rabies Clinic this Saturday, September 28th, from 10am-3pm., in Gardiner Park, Montauk Highway, Bay Shore, NY.
Brookhaven Bulldozes and Brings Down Blighted Property
Brookhaven Bulldozes and Brings Down Blighted Property
Paving Projects Patched Up Brookhaven Roads
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich announced the completion of two paving projects in Port Jefferson Station.
Dayton Avenue School Track and Field Officially Open
The new multipurpose field and track is officially open at the Dayton Avenue School, within the Eastport-South Manor Central School District.
Animal Owner Pleads Guilty in Dog Mauling of Toddler
A Mastic woman couldn't control her dog, who viciously attacked and seriously injured a two-year-old child. The rampage continued when the dog attacked the young boy's uncle who was trying to stop the dog from injuring the toddler.
High Academic Honors for Ten William Floyd HS Students
To earn this prestigious academic designation, students must have scored a 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research and a 3 or higher on four additional AP exams of their choosing.
ESM Students Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month
Students throughout the Eastport-South Manor Central School District are taking timein their foreign language in the elementary schools classes to celebrate National HispanicHeritage Month, from September 15th, 2024, to October 15th, 2024.
Seven employees arrested for illegal sale and possession of controlled substances
Seven employees of the Claros Variedades convenience store chain in Suffolk County have been arrested and charged with multiple felony counts related to the illegal sale and possession of controlled substances. The individuals, ROXANA RAMOS ARGUETA, XENIA MIRANDA RODRIGUEZ, KEVIN CLAROS, IDENCIS CHAVEZ-GAMES, ANNA GRISELDA RIVERA, TERESA RAMOS CLAROS, and YESICA CLAROS RAMOS were arraigned on charges of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree.
Bay Shore man pleads guilty to illegal disposal of hazardous waste
Carleton Pulley, a 48-year-old resident of Bay Shore, has pleaded guilty to charges of Endangering Public Health, Safety, or the Environment in the Second Degree. The plea follows his illegal disposal of hazardous waste and old tires at the former Pilgrim State Psychiatric Center in April 2023.
Officials announce completion of $1.3 million Mt. Sinai paving project
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the completion of a 15-road paving project in Mount Sinai.
Bay Shore man pleads guilty to illegal disposal of hazardous waste
Carleton Pulley, a 48-year-old resident of Bay Shore, has pleaded guilty to Endangering Public Health, Safety, or the Environment in the Second Degree. This plea follows his illegal disposal of hazardous waste and old tires at the former Pilgrim State Psychiatric Center in April 2023.
Officials announce resurfacing project on Hawkins Path and Hawkins Road
Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the resurfacing of Hawkins Path from Hawkins Road to County Road 83, as well as Hawkins Road from North Bicycle Path in Selden to Hawkins Path in Centereach.
Mastic woman pleads guilty after dog mauls toddler
Amy Willi, a 45-year-old resident of Mastic, has pleaded guilty to Reckless Endangerment in the Second Degree following an incident where her dog, Kojo, mauled a two-year-old boy and attacked the child's uncle. The announcement was made by Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney.
North Babylon man indicted for attempting robbery during cleaning service hire
Christopher Doran, a 66-year-old resident of North Babylon, has been indicted for Attempted Robbery in the First Degree and related charges. The indictment follows allegations that Doran attempted to rob a woman he had hired to clean his apartment.
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Brookhaven Clerk LaValle Attends the Centereach/ Selden Civic Association Monthly Meeting
Mr. Lavalle also spoke about service improvements made by the town clerk’s office and engaged with civic members.
Pickles & Paws 2025: New York’s Largest Animal Adoption Festival Launches This Spring in Yaphank
Connect with s furry friend at New York’s largest adoption event.
Stay Melo: HOF Knicks Star Plugs Cannabis Brand in Farmingdale
Strain Stars will welcome the perennial All-Star on Saturday, April 19th for 1-3 p.m. meet and greets.