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Smith Point Park
His guidance and leadership were invaluable to Suffolk County Parks, and his legacy will be that the Department always continues to enhance the outdoor experience for Suffolk's residents. Fritz served as chairman of the Suffolk County Board of Trustees of Parks, Recreation, and Conservation and the Sporting Advisory Council.
Long Island Hikers Take on Trails
The group tackles more challenging terrain with trips to upstate New York and the Brooklyn Bridge. They’re conquering the Paumanok Trail in sections, a 125-mile path from Rocky Point to Montauk, and are about halfway through. They cover a lot of ground, meeting up to four times a week, and have had groups of over 100 on some of the hikes.
LIBBA Recycles Trees to Restore the Beach
LIBBA is active throughout Nassau and Suffolk with dune restoration, beach cleanups, and community activities such as food drives and fishing opportunities for veterans and cancer patients, Rondinella noted.
Solstice Sunset
The weekend brought some snow to the Outer Beach near the Moriches Inlet, where the surf was up and the wind was brisk.
Funds Approved to Rebuild Stump Pond Dam
The dam was created in 1798 when Isaac Blydenburgh and his cousins stopped up the headwaters of the Nissequogue River to power a grist mill. The pond’s name derives from the tree stumps protruding through the water on what were previously the riverbanks.
Sunrise Wind Pier
Work is already underway along William Floyd Parkway to accommodate the cable along its 17-mile land route to a switching station in Holtsville. The 925-megawatt green energy effort is expected to provide electricity to 600,000 homes.
Annual pajama drive collects nearly 5,000 donations
Recently, Town Clerk Kevin LaValle visited Connect Church in Centereach to celebrate the success of the annual EJ'S PJS Pajama Drive.
East Patchogue man faces felony charges after mall brawl
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the indictment of Tavion Elting, an 18-year-old from East Patchogue, on felony weapons charges.
Wheatley Heights man pleads guilty to robbery after Facebook Marketplace scam
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Jordan Behling, a 23-year-old resident of Wheatley Heights, has pleaded guilty to first-degree robbery and other related charges.
Medford resident wins compost tumbler in Brookhaven Recycles Day giveaway
Recently, Irene Minicozzi visited Town Hall to collect a prize on behalf of her daughter, Melissa Carretto.
Mt. Sinai students perform holiday music at senior center
On December 19, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined student musicians from the Mount Sinai School District for a holiday celebration at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mt.
GoFundMe Created for Late William Floyd Coach Sumpter — Learn How to Donate
Though there is no undoing the overwhelm of loss, the spirited community members within the William Floyd School District have nevertheless rallied together to find positivity in the face of devastation, and in short order.
Riders on a Mission: Beloved Bethpage Bar ‘Nostalgia’ Revives All Things ‘90s and More
“If you want to return to your childhood, look no further,” said Danny Bishop, of West Babylon.
‘This is Community’: Long Island Cannabis Club Dispensary Grand Opens in Deer Park
The Long Island Cannabis Club (LICC) of Deer Park held its grand opening on Friday, Dec. 6th.
Brookhaven seeks nominations for annual women's recognition awards
The Brookhaven Town Division of Women’s Services is inviting nominations for the 39th Annual Women’s Recognition Awards.
Brookhaven adjusts recycling schedule for holidays
The Town of Brookhaven has announced changes to its recycling schedule in light of the upcoming Christmas and New Year’s holidays.
Beloved William Floyd Coach Killed in Car Crash
Hearts are heavy across the William Floyd School District, as they confirmed the tragic loss of their much-beloved boys’ varsity assistant basketball coach, Darrell Sumpter, in a car crash on Sunrise Highway.
Tragic Loss Stuns Community
The tragic loss that sent waves of grief across the William Floyd community first appeared as a routine police report.
Investors Throw Millions at Suffolk
The sale of $350 million in Tax Anticipation Notes at 2.94% and $46.4 million in Refunding Serial Bonds at 2.66% was reported by Comptroller John Kennedy. He attributes the impressive number of bidders to the county’s improved credit ratings which resulted in healthy competition, and significant cost savings for the residents of Suffolk County.
History Comes Alive at Military Museum
The museum is the dream of the nearby Rocky Point VFW Post 6249 membership, whose stories are befitting of the many heroes depicted in the gallery’s hallowed halls. There’s museum advisor Joe Cognitore, the post’s commander, whose Army service in Vietnam earned him a Bronze Star with a “V” for Valor.
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A New Ice Rink Coming to Brookhaven
This week, Dan Panico announced that during the planning board portion of the Town Board meeting in March, there will be a site plan hearing for a proposed new hockey rink at the former Brookhaven campus of Dowling College.