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Intoxicated Shirley Driver Had His Kids In Car When He Crashed In Mastic: Police
Gerardo Gonzalez Ramos, of Shirley, was arrested on Saturday, Sept. 7, following the crash in Mastic, Suffolk County Police said. Police received tips that a Honda had plowed into two cars at 50 Mastic Blvd West a little before 8:30 p.m. As officers investigated, Gonzalez Ramos returned to the crash...
Rich Leute named Legislative District 5’s Volunteer Firefighter Honoree
For nearly 38 years, Rich Leute, a volunteer firefighter, has selflessly dedicated countless hours to the Setauket Fire Department, demonstrating an immense commitment to his community. For his dedication to the department and district, Suffolk County Legislator Steven Englebright (D-Setauket) honored Leute during the Legislature’s General Meeting on Sept. 4....
Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation recognizes Honorable Peter Fox Cohalan for work on online County Legal History Project
The Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation recognizes the Honorable Peter Fox Cohalan for his contributions to the Historical Society of the New York Courts’ online County Legal History Project. The project documents the local legal history of all the counties in New York State, including the legal figures, cases, and events that helped shape each county’s past.
Outstanding students in Legislative District 16 honored with Distinguished Youth Award
Suffolk County Legislator Rebecca Sanin recently recognized the exceptional young individuals of District 16 who have devoted their summer to community service, leadership, and personal growth. These remarkable students have been awarded Gold, Silver, and Bronze honors through Suffolk County’s prestigious Distinguished Youth Award program. The award recipients have...
Suffolk D.A. Tierney announces hiring of 20 Assistant District Attorneys
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced on Sept. 5 the appointment of 20 new Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs). This class of ADAs will first undergo an intensive multi-week training program taught by members of the Appeals and Training Bureau before they begin their tenure in Suffolk County First District Court where they will prosecute misdemeanor crimes, gaining investigative and trial experience.
Building Riverhead’s football community from an early age: PAL program takes a new approach
Riverhead PAL football has a new strategy for stimulating interest in football and supporting Riverhead’s football program: coordinating instruction and plays with the Blue Waves teams. Besides teaching kids as young as 5 the fundamentals of the game, the program is now teaching youngsters the plays used by the...
Riverhead Police blotter: Sep. 7, 2024
A total of 26 incidents were reported by Riverhead Town Police on Sep. 7, 2024. Among them:. 7:44 p.m. Grand Larceny, West Main Street, Riverhead. An incident of grand larceny was documented. Editor’s note: This compilation of reported incidents does not include traffic stops, aided cases (ambulance calls), reports of...
New York Distributes 20M Test Strips—What This Means for Overdose Rates
New York State Hits Milestone with 20 Million Test Strips. New York State recently reached a major milestone by distributing over 20 million fentanyl and xylazine test strips. These strips are essential for identifying dangerous substances in drugs, playing a critical role in preventing overdoses and saving lives. According to federal data for the year ending March 2024, overdose deaths outside New York City decreased by 9%, while the city itself saw a 3.1% decline. Despite these encouraging figures, the state continued to prioritize efforts to combat the overdose crisis, reflecting ongoing concerns about substance abuse and its impact.
Driver Caught Going 100 MPH in New York Work Zone
A vehicle traveling on the New York State Thruway was clocked going 100 MPH in a work zone. If you drive on the New York State Thruway you are well aware that some drivers can often be seen driving aggressively, especially when it comes to the speed limit. The majority of the thruway has a posted speed limit of 65 mph and some drivers completely ignore it and drive way faster. Honestly, I've been known to heavy a lead foot at times and yes, there have been a "few" times I caught myself driving well over the limit but never would I drive like any of these drivers.
Dangerous Jury Duty Scam Reaches Upstate New York
Most people want to avoid jury duty. That's why officials from the Hudson Valley are sounding the alarm about this new scam. Scammers are always finding new ways to try and trick you. Speed Camera Scam. Speed cameras are now up across New York State. And that means you can...
N.Y. Lottery: TAKE 5 winner brings home nearly $35,000
SOUTHAMPTON, L.I. — A Long Island lottery player is nearly $35,000 richer after picking the winning numbers for last night’s TAKE 5 drawing. The lucky winner is taking home the $34,689 jackpot after buying a ticket from MSH Petroleum Corp on 1630 North Highway in Southampton. The winning...
Can Public Power in the Hudson Valley Address Rising Utility Costs?
As Central Hudson's rates continue to climb, a renewed push for public ownership is taking shape in the Hudson Valley. Activists and progressive lawmakers are advocating for a shift towards public utilities, a concept New York has explored before with the establishment of the New York Power Authority (NYPA) in 1931. Despite historical attempts, fully realizing this model has proven challenging.
New Rules For All New York Schools Impacts Parents Across State
New York school officials will be notifying parents a lot more during the upcoming school year. The New York State Education Department is trying to make school shooting drills less traumatic for children. New York State Bans Realistic Active Shooter Drills In Schools. This week, students are returning to their...
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