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Nov 21, 2024

Suffolk County DA Beefs Up Traffic Division

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the appointment of Assistant District Attorney Stephanie Dellinger as a New York State Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor. ADA Dellinger will provide expertise in prosecuting motor vehicle offenses for prosecutors and law enforcement agencies across Long Island, New York City, and the lower Hudson Valley.

Nov 21, 2024

Suffolk DA hosts traffic safety resource prosecutor amid push for deadly driving bill

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the appointment of Assistant District Attorney Stephanie Dellinger as a New York State Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor.

Nov 21, 2024

Ronkonkoma man sentenced for double homicide involving childhood friend

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the sentencing of Brian Cordovano, 50, from Ronkonkoma, to 30 years in prison for a double homicide that occurred in April 2022.

Nov 21, 2024

Rocky Point Horror: A Killer Still at Large

Police reports say Joseph Zoll, 61, was discovered at his Quail Road home at approximately 1:25 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9th by a Seventh Precinct officer who was responding to a 9-1-1 call.

Nov 21, 2024

Brookhaven Honors Student Artists

The Town of Brookhaven honored and recognized student winners of their recycling poster contest. These posters are on display on the second floor in the lobby area of Town Hall.

Nov 21, 2024

NYS Assemblyman Honors Patchogue-Medford High School Students

Brandon Baker and Layla Colonna on being named Patchogue-Medford High School's November Students of the Month

Nov 21, 2024

Generations of Law Enforcement Continue Protecting and Serving

Suffolk County Police Acting Commissioner Robert Waring and Deputy Commissioner Belinda Groneman recently hosted a shield change ceremony during which members of the department received SCPD shield numbers from family members who are active or retired from the police department.

Nov 21, 2024

Cops Kick the Soccer Ball With Kids for a Good Cause

It was a beautiful November day filled with teamwork and community spirit.

Nov 21, 2024

Suffolk County's Top Cop Welcomes Patchogue-Medford High School Students

The visit included a display of the various vehicles used by the Sheriff's Office, along with explanations of their purposes and importance in law enforcement operations.

Nov 21, 2024

Peace Pole Dedicated in Rocky Point

Peace poles originated in Japan after World War II and can be found today in many prominent places, including the United Nations, the Pentagon, and the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands. Peace poles are intended to serve as reminders to think, speak, and act in a spirit of peace and harmony in the community.

Nov 21, 2024

South Country School District Unveils New Logo

The logo, designed by Bellport High School senior Luke Graser, was selected as part of a districtwide contest.

Nov 21, 2024

Connetquot Honors Alumni of Distinction

Alison Napolitano (Class of 1993), Marianne Loose (Class of 1985) and Thomas Croci (Class of 1990).

Nov 21, 2024

Connetquot High School Students Lead Mindfulness Workshop

Students from Connetquot High School's psychology and mindfulness in music with peer mentorship classes organized and led a series of interactive stations where the Bosti students explored different mindfulness practices.

Nov 21, 2024

Career Day at Blue Point Elementary School

Parents, grandparents, and community members visited kindergarten through fifth grade classrooms to share their respective career paths.

Nov 20, 2024

Motorcyclist Killed in Crash

Police said William Sarubbi was driving a 2014 Suzuki motorcycle eastbound on the Long Island Expressway, just east of exit 68, when he collided with the back of a 2024 Ford F250 pickup truck being driven by Derick Perez.

Nov 20, 2024

Local Artists on Display at Center Moriches Library

Members of the Moriches Bay Art Alliance are showing off their work at the Center Moriches Library. Visitors can enjoy interpretations of nearby landmarks and scenes of the seaside community through the eyes of the people who live here. The Alliance invites creatives from all disciplines to support each other and their crafts through discussion, critique, and artist opportunities. Check them out on Facebook.

Nov 20, 2024

William Floyd High School 'Acabellas' Make it to Finals for Rockefeller Center Competition

William Floyd High School 'Acabellas' made it to the finals of the NBC 4/Telemundo 47 Star Choir Competition. The winners of the Star Choir Competition perform at the Tree Lighting in Rockefeller Center.

Nov 20, 2024

Amityville Man Sentenced to 17 Years to Life in Prison for Weapon Possession

“The sentence handed down to this defendant reflects the gravity of his offenses and our commitment to removing dangerous individuals from our streets,” said District Attorney Tierney.

Nov 20, 2024

Councilwoman Bonner attends peace pole dedication at local school

On November 18, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended a ceremony at Joseph A. Edgar Intermediate School in Rocky Point for the dedication of a Peace Pole.

Nov 20, 2024

True Peace Nail Lounge opens in Rocky Point

On November 15, Councilwoman Jane Bonner marked the grand opening of True Peace Nail Lounge, Hair Salon and Spa in Rocky Point.

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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.


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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.


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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.