News by Robert Chartuk
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Funds Flow for Battered Beaches
Coming to Long Island for a press conference with local officials, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $5 million for shoreline stabilization at Brookhaven Town's ocean beaches and repairs to Overlook Beach in Babylon. She also promised funds to repair damage and clean up debris at the state's Gilgo Beach Park, where the storms uncovered the remains of an old Coast Guard Station. Approximately 50,000 cubic yards of sand will be placed at the park entrance and other access points to make the beach safer for the summer season.
Police History Museum Dedicated to 42-Year Veteran
"Tom Smith dedicated a remarkable 42 years of service to both the Suffolk police and the then-Village of Babylon Police Department," noted County Executive Ed Romaine at a dedication ceremony at police headquarters in Yaphank. A true historian at heart, Thomas Smith played a pivotal role in inaugurating the police museum on January 25, 1985, Romaine said.
CPS Staffing on Romaine Agenda
Romaine, whose grandson shared a classroom with the East Moriches youngster, promised to backfill vacancies in the department to relieve a heavy workload, a chief complaint of CPS staff. "I'm reaching out to Adelphi, Hofstra, and Stony Brook universities for potential employees through their schools of Social Welfare," Romaine said in an interview with the South Shore Press. "We will do everything in our power to make sure we don't have another tragedy like we suffered with Thomas Valva."
Frank Calabro, Country Doctor
"Doc Senior" was the epitome of a country doctor, a familiar sight making house calls in his big black car. He turned the former Lawson Estate into Bayview Hospital, which he bricked over and doubled in size. For his dedication to his friends and neighbors, the doctor was revered by many and was honored as a Man of the Year.
Body Found at Burned Out Moriches House
A 911 caller reported the fire just before midnight on Wednesday and the Center Moriches Fire Department responded with assistance from the Brookhaven, East Moriches, Manorville, and Mastic departments. The body was found after the blaze was extinguished. The two-story home, which was part of a once-popular farm, was completely destroyed.
Legislator Thorne Discusses 2024 Agenda
After winning a hard-fought battle in his first reelection bid, Suffolk Legislator Dominick Thorne has set an ambitious second-term agenda for the 7th District, targeting new challenges and taking others over the finish line. The Patchogue Republican shook up the political world by beating the legislature's presiding officer for a seat long held by Democrats in 2021 and has been impressing his constituents ever since by his work ethic and ability to get things done.
Industrial Space, Hockey Arena Planned for Dowling Property
Industrial Space, Hockey Arena Planned for Dowling Property
Big Interest in Promoting Area's Historical Heritage
Big Interest in Promoting Area's Historical Heritage
Englebright Sets Environmental Agenda for Suffolk
Englebright Sets Environmental Agenda for Suffolk
Jeopardy Answer Puts Senator Murray in the Spotlight
Jeopardy Answer Puts Senator Murray in the Spotlight
Group Effort to Highlight Local Historical Treasures
Group Effort to Highlight Local Historical Treasures
Green Energy Providers Face Fierce Fiscal Headwinds
Green Energy Providers Face Fierce Fiscal Headwinds
Former County Executive Offers Advice to the New Suffolk Leader
Former County Executive Offers Advice to the New Suffolk Leader
Tierney Announces Charge in Fourth Gilgo Murder Case
Tierney Announces Charge in Fourth Gilgo Murder Case
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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.
Legislator Blasts Albany Gridlock as State Budget Delay Drags Into Fifth Week
Legislator vents spleen over late state budget.
Tierney Shuts Down Violent Gangs
Tierney to violent gangs: “You will be found. You will be indicted. And you will be removed from our streets.”