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Suffolk County Gears Up for NY Legislative Shifts in 2024
Suffolk County Gears Up for NY Legislative Shifts in 2024
2023 A Year of Progress for the Town of Smithtown
2023 A Year of Progress for the Town of Smithtown
Romaine Looks to Clean House, Take County in a New Direction
Looking to clean house and build an administration around personnel of his own choosing, county Executive-Elect Edward Romaine has asked all appointed officials working under outgoing county Executive Steve Bellone to submit their resignations. With a little more than a week before he takes over Suffolk's highest office, Romaine and his transition team are busy vetting candidates for commissioners, deputies, attorneys, assistants, and head of the county police.
Tuttle Avenue Donates the Gift of Reading
Under the direction of Eastport-South Manor Central School District second grade teacher Elise Allen, Tuttle Avenue Elementary School organized a Book Fairies collection. This fall, students diligently collected books for the Rotary Club of Moriches, who will redistribute the collection through the Book Fairies organization for under-resourced communities on Long Island and to provide equitable reading and learning opportunities for children.
Nesconset Apartment Fire Displaces Residents Just Days Before Christmas
On Friday December 22nd, 2023 at approximately 14:43hrs the Nesconset Fire Department was activated for a Structure Fire at 187 Avalon Circle (Avalon Commons Apartments), in Nesconset. Responding Nesconset Chiefs had a visible smoke column from a distance . Upon arrival chiefs reactivated the alarm as a working fire. There was heavy fire throughout multiple apartments and 3 floors. The flames were through the roof and spreading quickly.
Southaven Park's Belmont Legacy
Those walking in Southaven Park follow in the footsteps of August Belmont and other luminaries who were members of the Suffolk Club, a private group of millionaires who preserved the property for hunting and fishing. Many know him for the Belmont race track in Elmont and the Triple Crown horse race held there every year, but few are familiar with his lasting impact on Long Island by creating the 1,356-acre Brookhaven park.
Disguised Vapes Banned in Suffolk
Vaping devices disguised as pens, highlighters, and other innocuous objects designed to fool teachers and parents will be banned by Suffolk County under a new law championed by Legislator James Mazzarella.
A Holly Jolly Performance
As the first of what aims to be an annual tradition, prekindergarten students at the South Country Early Childhood Center presented a holiday performance for family and friends on Dec. 20. The festive production showcased the musical skills that the youngest South Country students had acquired through a new music program at the school. With props and smiles, the students performed songs including "Snow Is Falling," "Up on the Housetop" and "We Wish You a Merry Christmas."
William Floyd United Teachers Partner With Helpsy to Distribute Winter Coats for The Community
On Saturday, December 16, the William Floyd United Teachers (WFUT) hosted a 1,000-coat giveaway in collaboration with Helpsy, a clothing recycling organization, to help provide a little extra warmth to the community this winter. The event, which was held at William Paca Middle School, showcased the spirit of the William Floyd community. In total, 1,000 coats were donated to community residents, 200 coats were donated to Colonial Youth & Family Services, and 100 coats went to Billy Floyd's Closet, an in-school coat location available for William Floyd students who may need them.
Tragedy in Gaza: Netanyahu Faces Backlash Over Hostage Deaths
Tragedy in Gaza: Netanyahu Faces Backlash Over Hostage Deaths
World War Creeps Closer With Red Sea Attacks
World War Creeps Closer With Red Sea Attacks
Unfreezing Russian Assets: A Controversial Lifeline for Ukraine's War Effort?
Unfreezing Russian Assets: A Controversial Lifeline for Ukraine's War Effort?
Colorado Supreme Court Sparks Outrage Among Trump Supporters Over Unconstitutional Ruling
Colorado Supreme Court Sparks Outrage Among Trump Supporters Over Unconstitutional Ruling
Sen. Ted Cruz Warns of Explosive Threats at the Border
Sen. Ted Cruz Warns of Explosive Threats at the Border
Harvard's Integrity Crisis: President Gay Faces Plagiarism and Resignation Demands
Harvard's Integrity Crisis: President Gay Faces Plagiarism and Resignation Demands
Back to Basics: Unpacking the Evolution and Criticisms of Minimum Wage Laws
Back to Basics: Unpacking the Evolution and Criticisms of Minimum Wage Laws
House Republicans Propel Forward Impeachment Inquiry
House Republicans Propel Forward Impeachment Inquiry
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Dark Web Drug Dealer Gets 15 Years in Prison
A Centereach woman who operated a large-scale narcotics business on the dark web under the name “MamaKnowsBrown” has been sentenced to 15 years in prison
High School Art Show Highlights Student Talent
SCALA, the Suffolk County Art Leaders Association, will once again spotlight the work of some of the county’s most talented young artists when it hosts its annual High School All County and Scholarship Show next month in Babylon.
New Yorkers Accuse City's Licensing System Over Firearm Permit Delays
Four New Yorkers have taken legal action against their city over alleged prolonged delays in processing firearm licenses by the NYPD License Division.