Suffolk Reporter

There were two more active legal licenses in Suffolk County in September compared to the previous month, according to the NYS Attorney Registrations.

Local Government Meeting today in Suffolk County

Suffolk County City Council Meeting starting at 7 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Bellport man indicted for major trafficking after record fentanyl seizure

Suffolk County authorities have announced the indictment of Remon Gibson, a 43-year-old resident of Bellport, on charges of operating as a major trafficker and other related offenses. This follows what officials describe as the largest fentanyl seizure in Suffolk history. Law enforcement reportedly discovered 33 pounds of illegal narcotics at Gibson's residence, including approximately 7 kilograms of fentanyl and 8 kilograms of cocaine.

Councilwoman Bonner leads successful recycling event in Miller Place

Councilwoman Jane Bonner hosted a recycling event on October 5 at the Rose Caracappa Senior Citizen Cultural & Wellness Center in Miller Place. The event provided an opportunity for residents to dispose of electronic waste, shred old documents, and return unused prescription drugs safely.

East Quogue man indicted for first-degree murder in alleged brutal killing

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the indictment of Jeremy Allen, a 43-year-old resident of East Quogue, on charges including first-degree murder for the alleged torture and killing of Christopher Hahn, also 43.

Brookhaven develops world's highest voltage polarized electron gun for Electron-Ion Collider

Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory have successfully designed and tested the highest voltage polarized electron gun globally. This development is a significant step towards constructing the world's first fully polarized Electron-Ion Collider (EIC). The EIC, in collaboration with DOE’s Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility, aims to accelerate and collide polarized electrons with protons and ions to explore the fundamental components of visible matter.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Suffolk County in week ending Oct. 5?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Suffolk County in week ending Oct. 5?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Local Government Meetings today in Suffolk County

Suffolk County Local Government Meetings today.

Gene-based approach shows promise against diabetic kidney disease

Stony Brook Medicine researchers have unveiled a potential new treatment strategy for diabetic kidney disease (DKD), the leading cause of chronic kidney disease globally. Their study, published in Nature Communications, focuses on cellular signaling between kidney cells and gene induction to prevent or slow DKD progression.

Ronkonkoma man pleads guilty in double homicide case

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced that Brian Cordovano, a 50-year-old resident of Ronkonkoma, has pleaded guilty to charges related to the 2022 killings of Ian Saalfield and Robert Julian. Cordovano admitted guilt to two counts of Manslaughter in the First Degree, among other charges.

LaLota secures $1.25M for Riverhead water quality improvement

RIVERHEAD, NY - Representative Nick LaLota has announced the allocation of $1.25 million in federal funding for the Riverhead Public Water Main project. This funding aims to improve water quality for residents in Calverton and Manorville.

Sheriff Toulon addresses domestic violence at Brookhaven conference

On October 5, the Town of Brookhaven Office of Women's Services and the Women’s Advisory Board organized the annual Women’s Conference at Brookhaven Town Hall in Farmingville. The event focused on domestic violence, a pressing issue impacting many individuals in Brookhaven Town.

Officials urge stricter penalties after street takeover incident

New York State Senator Anthony Palumbo has called for stricter penalties for reckless driving following a "Street Takeover" on 25a at Miller Place Road, which resulted in one injury and delayed emergency response. The senator was joined by local officials in this call to action.

Elementary students engage in STEM through creative engineering projects

Students at Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School recently engaged in a STEM project under the guidance of Ms. Ashley Kilanowski. The second-grade class was involved in an engineering activity that required them to design and build their ideal school building using the six-step engineering design process: ask, imagine, plan, create, experiment, and improve.

Local Government Meetings today in Suffolk County

Suffolk County Local Government Meetings today.

Brookhaven's computing center surpasses 300 petabytes in stored scientific data

The Scientific Data and Computing Center (SDCC) at Brookhaven National Laboratory has reached a significant milestone by storing over 300 petabytes of data. This achievement marks the largest tape archive in the U.S. for nuclear and particle physics experiments, according to Alexei Klimentov, a physicist at Brookhaven Lab.

Sue Hersh named outstanding educator by William Floyd Alumni Association

Sue Hersh has been posthumously honored as the 2024 William Floyd Alumni Association Outstanding Educator. Born in 1948 in Miller Place, New York, Susan A. Hersh pursued her education at Earl L. Vandermeulen High School in Port Jefferson before attending Moore College of Art and Design in Philadelphia. She later earned a master's degree in social work from Stony Brook University.

Smithtown Fire Department hosts Fire Prevention Day activities for families

Fire Prevention Day will be observed on October 20 this year. The Smithtown Fire Department invites families to participate in a day of fun and learning about fire safety. Activities are scheduled to take place along Elm Avenue near Main Street in Smithtown from noon until 3 p.m.

William Floyd Alumni Association prepares for annual Outstanding Educators Award Dinner