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SCPD Detective Honored for Courageous Comeback
Detective Guerrero, a member of the department since 2010, conducted a traffic stop of a stolen vehicle on September 22, 2014. As then-Officer Guerrero and another officer approached the vehicle, the driver fled, striking Officer Guerrero, who was left unconscious in the roadway.
Local Leaders in Brookhaven Meets with Community Group
LaValle was joined by New York State Senator Dean Murray, Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa, Brookhaven Councilman Michael A. Loguercio Jr., Brookhaven Tax Receiver Lou Marcoccia, and New York State Assemblyman Joe DeStefano's Chief of Staff, Alice Painter.
Brookhaven Celebrates and Honors Juneteenth
"It was great to see so many friends, show the kids that at least one of their elected officials can actually still throw a football, and catch a game of chess while spending a few hours remembering the significance of this event in American history," said Supervisor Panico.
Fentanyl at the Jail Part 4 of a South Shore Press series on the Drug Crisis
Speaking at a recent summit designed to pressure state lawmakers to toughen up the drug laws, Sheriff Errol Toulon detailed some of the ingenious ways the contraband is disguised.
A Memory of My Dad
My dad, Michael A. Chartuk, followed in his older brother's footsteps and joined the Coast Guard in 1939. His first duty was patrolling New York Harbor and he said he was popular with the crew because he was the only one onboard who knew how to cook. He was sent to radio school and when World War ll broke out, he was dispatched to Hispaniola, an island in the Caribbean, to set up a radio station to intercept enemy messages.
Vietnam Vet Celebrates 40 Years in Engineering
Few drivers cresting over Bald Hill and viewing the stunning Vietnam Veterans Memorial towering before them are aware of the pivotal role that Stephen G. Hayduk played in making the red, white, and blue monument possible. Were it not for him, the landmark might never have been completed.
Suffolk District Attorney Overdose Team
Whenever a drug overdose happens in Suffolk County, a special team swoops in to see if illegal drugs were involved and apprehend the dealer so no one else falls victim.
Police Make Arrest in Hit-and-Run That Killed Beloved Volunteer Firefighter
Following an investigation by Major Case Unit detectives, police arrested 36-year-old Maria Guallpa-Bonilla for hitting and killing Hlavaty, while driving a 2001 Mercury Cougar at the intersection of Rider Avenue and Main Street.
Brookhaven Veteran Hits the Century Mark
Mr. Morris was born on May 29, 1924. He now lives in Rocky Point. He served as a Staff Sergeant in the US Army Air Corps in Hawaii and Okinawa during World War II, where he flew missions on an A-26 Douglas Invader as a gunner.
New Annex Celebrated at Patchogue-Medford Library
The new Patchogue-Medford Library annex in Medford is open. Construction plans kicked off back in 2017. Under an ownership agreement, the Town of Brookhaven leased the property to the library at no charge, starting in 2019.
Student and Legislator Teams Up to Improve Parks for the Visually Impaired
Legislator Mazzarella was so impressed with Caitlyn Michiels and her passionate plea to improve parks, the two joined forces to make her dream become reality.
Business Owner and Veteran Appointed to Police Foundation
The appointment of Moloney Funeral Homes President Dan Moloney Jr. was announced by Suffolk County Police Foundation's advisory board C-Chairman Louis Tutone and Director Lisa Tuozzolo.
Suffolk County Invests Big Bucks on Dam
Suffolk County is making a major investment in reconstructing the dam at Southaven County Park and the subsequent spillway on the Carmans River.
Summer Solstice Festival
The Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, occurred on June 20. The celestial milestone was celebrated in Bellport at the Center for Environmental Discovery (CEED), which hosted a Summer Solstice Festival over the weekend.
Local Legislator Honors Those Who Fight for Veterans
During their most recent General Meeting, Legislator Caracappa honored retired Chief Master Sergeant Marcelle Leis, who completed 24 years of service with the United States Air Force and the New York Air National Guard.
Big Brookhaven Honors for Banner Placing Students
Local leaders in the Town of Brookhaven honored three eighth grade students from Center Moriches, Kristin Luna, Adrianna Loesch and Addison Raupp, who were instrumental in implementing the Hometown Heroes Banner Program.
Brookhaven Board Lets You Pick Up More Chicks
If you're a fan of raising chickens in Brookhaven, there's good news for you thanks to the Town Board, who just expanded how many you can have on your property.
Suffolk County Police Proudly March in Puerto Rican/Hispanic Day Parade
This year, Chief Soto, who is the department's highest-ranking female and first-ever Hispanic chief, received the presidential award while Deputy Police Commissioner Groneman had the honor of presenting the Nilda Alvarez Social Justice Award, named after her late mother, to Sister Janet Kinney of Sisters of Saint Joseph.
Demented and Depraved Digital "Do's and Don'ts"
Cyber investigators were able to recover the files. What they found stunned the police.
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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.
Suffolk GOP Passes Term Limit Preservation Act in Response to State Election Mandate
It’s war between the Suffolk Republicans and Albany Democrats over controlling local elections.
Suffolk County SPCA Charges Bay Shore Woman With Animal Cruelty
Over the weekend, detectives from the Suffolk County SPCA charged a Bay Shore woman with animal cruelty charges.