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Bail Reform Demanded after Reckless LIE Speedster Sends Suffolk Cop to ICU, Life Support
Nearly two years to the date after he and fellow officers were stabbed in Medford, Suffolk County Officer Brendan Gallagher was seriously injured once more—this time in a Long Island Expressway (LIE) chase turned malicious.
From the Newsroom: Take Time to Thank First Responders
Suffolk County Police Officer Brendon Gallagher is hospitalized and fighting for his life after a serious crash on the Long Island Expressway.
Riverhead Correctional Facility Lit Up In Blue To Raise Awareness Of Human Trafficking
To raise awareness for Human Trafficking, Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon, Jr. announced today that the center façade of the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office Correctional Facility in Riverhead will be lit up in blue light throughout this month.
Veteran Receives Special Gift
Kevin Dobson was a Vietnam veteran and actor in Knots Landing, one of the longest-running prime-time series in television history. Before he died, he was honored with the gift of a Vietnam Veterans Memorial Statue poster created by Bohemia artist Elaine Faith Thompson.
Town Expands South Shore Conservation Area
Another wetlands parcel has been added to the South Shore conservation area on the Mastic Peninsula, land off Riviera Drive that has been inundated with flooding.
Eastport-South Manor School District Rewards 24 Students for Positive Behavior
The Eastport-South Manor Central School District announced last week that it had selected two dozen students within the junior-senior high school as recipients of the newly christened “Student of the Month” award.
More Sex Trafficking in Suffolk: Missing Patchogue Teen Found on Boat in Islip
Friday night's recovery of Emmarae ("Emma") Gervasi, 14, of Patchogue, brings resolution to a nearly month-long saga, but also invites more inquiries: who were her captors?
Cuomo Lashes out at Congestion Pricing
Now Cuomo is knocking the incredibly unpopular Congestion tax as he looks to make a political comeback and run for Mayor of New York City. Now that it suits his political path,
Brazen Bandit Bolts Store With Blowdryers
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Sixth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify the brazen bandit who is accused of stealing blowdryers that cost a pretty penny.
WFHS Senior Earns Full Scholarship to the University of Chicago
William Floyd High School senior Milton Calderon-Suriel will attend the University of Chicago next fall on a full four-year scholarship through the QuestBridge National College Match program.
Wilderness Walk in the High Dunes
Just over the Smith Point Bridge in Shirley lies the stunning Fire Island High Dune Wilderness Area. The oceanfront park honors Otis G. Pike, the Suffolk Congressman whose legislation created the Fire Island National Seashore and the 1,381-acre park that carries his name.
Ronkonkoma man arrested for alleged animal cruelty involving Kangal Shepherd puppies
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the arrest of Munim Raghid, 26, from Ronkonkoma on January 2, 2025.
Brookhaven Women’s Services hosts financial success workshop
The Town of Brookhaven Department of General Services, Women's Services Division is organizing a workshop titled "Prepare for Financial Success in the New Year."
A Busy Year in Brookhaven
“I want to take a moment to personally thank my clerk's office staff for their hard work and dedication,” LaValle said in announcing the extent of the office’s activity in 2024. “Their diligence and efficiency” made it possible for the town to issue:
Ice Rescue Earns Honors
Three bystanders at the edge of Poospatuck Creek joined in the rescue—Joseph Wahl, Tony Orsi, and Alyssa Treadwell—and they were all honored in a special ceremony by local officials.
Get Help to Stop Smoking in 2025
Suffolk County wants to help you stop smoking and it won’t cost you a cent. The program begins on January 9th. The county’s smoking cessation program is a seven-week course that uses a comprehensive approach to the treatment of tobacco product dependence. All cessation groups and programs are supervised by a nurse practitioner, and services are provided to residents at no cost.
Looking forward to 2025
I also look forward to January 20th and the inauguration of Donald Trump as President of the United States. These last four years have been rough on us, many people we know, and for our country as a whole, and that has created a lot of daily stress we didn’t always recognize. After the election, when a sigh of relief was had, the realization of the effects of a failed presidency were apparent. A sense of relief and optimism took hold and our mood shifted.
New Services in 2025 by Brookhaven Town Clerk
To make it easier for residents to get the details on land use and rezoning applications in their neighborhoods, the Clerk has added QR codes to the informational signs required at the sites. Scanned by cell phones, the codes will direct people to www.BrookhavenNY.gov/TownNotices, where they can click on the project they're interested in to learn more.
Farmingville man indicted for alleged sex trafficking offenses
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the indictment of Mitchell K. Johnson, a 38-year-old resident of Farmingville, on charges related to sex trafficking.
Shocking Discovery at Smith Point
The police identified the remains as belonging to a male and have asked the public to contact them at 631-852-6392 if they can provide any information. They did not confirm if it was related to a human bone found at the ocean beach back in March 2023.
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Ducks Sign a Rookie of the Year
Getting a young superstar is always a big deal and this week that is exactly what the Ducks were able to do. Earlier in the week the Long Island Ducks announced that they signed infielder Henry Kusiak. Kusiak begins his first season with the Ducks and his third season in professional baseball. The 24-year-old brings a bat that will be very welcomed to the lineup, and he can play multiple positions, giving coach Ford many options, as the club prepares for another Atlantic League campaign this summer.