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WFSD STEM Teacher Named New York State Master Teacher
Janine Baumiller, a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) teacher at William Floyd Elementary School and the William Floyd Learning Center, was recently selected to join the prestigious New York State Master Teacher Program, a professional development and networking community which promotes and celebrates the work of the state’s high-performing STEM teachers.
Esteemed Judge Named to Chair Judicial Screening Committee
Those looking to run for a judgeship must pass muster with the Suffolk County Bar Association’s Judicial Screening Committee, a prestigious group that has a new chair: former Chief Administrative Judge of the Courts of New York State Gail Prudenti.
You’ll Get a Golden Ticket: Amtrak Extending its Services to Ronkonkoma
“Amtrak is working in coordination with the Federal Railroad Administration and MTA Long Island Rail Road to study the extension of Amtrak’s Northeast Regional service to Ronkonkoma.”
Cops Investigating Fatal Centereach Crash
At this time police are not releasing the name of the victim until they can notify next of kin of the fatal crash
Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle Welcomes Port Jefferson EMS to Town’s Regional Records Center
State law requires public entities to keep a set of records for a specific length of time, depending on the type of document.
WFHS Senior Nominated for Prestigious U.S. Presidential Scholars Program
Victoria Basharina, a senior at William Floyd High School, has been selected as one of just 25 New York State nominees for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students who represent excellence in education and the promise of greatness in the leaders of tomorrow.
Suffolk Cops Collar Thief. Kids Gets Bike Back.
The Suffolk County Police Department always gets their man. Sometimes when that happens, it means a stolen bike is returned to its rightful owner.
Miller Place School District Unveils New Gymnasium At Andrew Muller Primary School
The Miller Place School District recently completed construction of its new, state-of-the-art gymnasium at Andrew Muller Primary School.
WFLC Student WIns Big in Brookhaven Recycling Contest
Jeremy Pelaez, a fifth-grade student in Sandra Bretton’s art class at the William Floyd Learning Center, was recently selected as a second-place winner in the inaugural “Brookhaven Recycles” poster contest.
Town Board Honors Red Knights Motorcycle Club
The Brookhaven Town Board honored the Red Knights Motorcycle Club New York Chapter 26 for co-sponsoring the annual holiday Teddy Bear Run to collect donations of new Teddy Bears for thousands of needy children in Brookhaven Town.
Brookhaven Town Board Honored Local Doctor
At a recent Town Board meeting held on January 9, the Brookhaven Town Board recognized Dr. Shaorui Li for her contributions through her work with the Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Advisory Board.
Local Leaders Celebrate Brookhaven Woman Hitting the Century Mark
Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico and Councilwoman Jane Bonner were at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mount Sinai to celebrate the 100th birthday of Rocky Point resident, Josie Romano.
Which gas stations in Suffolk County had the cheapest regular gas during week ending Jan. 11
2 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
From Runway to Resting Place: Cemetery Planned for Spadaro Airstrip
The 29-acre parcel on Montauk Highway in East Moriches has a site plan pending for a graveyard its developers, Long Island Community Cemetery, promises to be environmentally friendly.
Reporter Remembers Days in Scouting
Camp Yawgoog in Rhode Island is a summer haven for scouts, especially those at a recent Troop 414 Honor Court who went there to have fun and earn some of the Merit Badges needed to achieve the top rank of Eagle.
Hero Pulling Through: Suffolk Cop Hurt in LIE Crash Now in ‘Fair Condition’
“We are happy to report that Suffolk County Police Officer Brendon Gallagher, who was critically injured in a motor vehicle crash on January 5, has been upgraded to fair condition and remains at Stony Brook University Hospital,” the department released in a statement.
Brookhaven Supervisor to host battery energy storage system forum
Farmingville, NY - On January 21, Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico will host a forum to discuss Battery Energy Storage Systems and their impact on the community.
Centenarian celebrated by local officials for lifelong contributions
Supervisor Dan Panico and Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined Josie Romano at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mount Sinai to mark her 100th birthday.
Bellport parks receive significant upgrades from Town of Brookhaven
Farmingville, NY - On January 16, Supervisor Dan Panico and Councilman Michael Loguercio visited Martha Avenue Park/Tony Gazzola Park in Bellport to discuss recent upgrades completed by the Town of Brookhaven Parks and Recreation Department.
Town officials recognize chamber members for community service
On January 8, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle and Councilman Neil Foley attended a meeting of the Farmingville Hills Chamber of Commerce at the Bristal Assisted Living facility in Holtsville.
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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.