News by Robert Chartuk
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William Floyd: Signer of the Declaration of Independence
William Floyd: Signer of the Declaration of Independence
School Bus Camera Program Facing Legal Challenges
School Bus Camera Program Facing Legal Challenges
Tumult in '24: What to Expect in the New Year
Tumult in '24: What to Expect in the New Year
Patchogue Chamber Director Kennedy Receives Senate Empire Award
Patchogue Chamber Director Kennedy Receives Senate Empire Award
New Yorkers Vote With Their Feet By Leaving the Vampire State
New Yorkers Vote With Their Feet By Leaving the Vampire State
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.
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.
World War Creeps Closer With Red Sea Attacks
World War Creeps Closer With Red Sea Attacks
Working Families Party Sets Radical Agenda for 2024 Election
Working Families Party Sets Radical Agenda for 2024 Election
Radical Change in New York Voting Inked by Gov. Hochul in a Move Seen as Boosting Democrats
Radical Change in New York Voting Inked by Gov. Hochul in a Move Seen as Boosting Democrats
Sergeant Mann Named to Veterans Hall of Fame
Sergeant Mann Named to Veterans Hall of Fame
Suffolk Retires H. Lee Dennison Debt
Suffolk officials gathered in Hauppauge last week to rip up the lien on the H. Lee Dennison Building, which had been mortgaged by County Executive Steve Bellone back in 2013 to raise funds for the cash-strapped county. Riding on a $500 million wave of federal COVID cash and higher-than-expected sales tax revenue, Bellone announced that the debt was retired 10 years in advance.
Former County Nursing Home to Be Drug Treatment Center
Sitting idle after it was sold off by a cash-strapped county more than a decade ago, the former John J. Foley nursing home in Yaphank has a new owner, who plans to open an inpatient drug treatment and rehabilitation center in the five-story building.
State Announces Arts and Culture Grants
State Council on the Arts grants totaling $324,000 have been announced for various area organizations to help support local artists and cultural activities. New York sponsors over 1,600 groups statewide from a $222.5 million fund approved by the legislature. The council also manages a $132.5 million capital fund to repair and improve facilities for the many non-profits.
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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.
Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing
Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.
Leave Fireworks to the Pros or Risk Tragedy This Fourth of July
Suffolk officials warn against illegal fireworks, want residents to enjoy the July 4th holiday without blowing themselves up.