New York State Senator Dean Murray has introduced legislation aimed at amending the penal law to address the use of masks and face coverings during criminal activities. The bill, designated as S.9891, seeks to establish a new crime called aggravated concealment of identity. Under this proposed law, penalties for misdemeanors and felonies would be elevated by one degree if it is proven that the perpetrator committed the offense while wearing a mask or face covering.
Rep. Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) led the Long Island Congressional Delegation in urging Governor Kathy Hochul to declare a state of emergency for Long Island following severe flooding and road collapse caused by heavy rainfall on August 18th. The event has resulted in widespread damage across Nassau and Suffolk Counties, with the collapse of a major road in Stony Brook underscoring the need for immediate intervention. The letter was cosigned by Congressmen Andrew Garbarino (R-Suffolk County), Tom Suozzi (D-Nassau County), and Anthony D’Esposito (R-Nassau County).
The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Reps. Nick LaLota (NY-01), Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04), Mike Lawler (NY-17), and Brandon Williams (NY-22) issued a statement today in response to reports that former Congressman George Santos is considering a plea deal.
The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Record Stop celebrated its 50th anniversary in Patchogue with a block party. New York State Senator Dean Murray attended the festivities and presented owner Jeff Beth with a New York State Senate Certificate commemorating the occasion.
On August 12, Town Clerk Kevin LaValle attended the Sound Beach Civic Association (SBCA) monthly meeting at the Sound Beach Fire Department Headquarters. During the event, Clerk LaValle swore in the new SBCA officers and congratulated the organization on its 50 years of service to the community.
The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
After years of research, an international team of scientists has unraveled the genetic makeup of 47 strains of known and potential Lyme disease-causing bacteria. The work aims to improve diagnostic tests and targeted treatments against Borrelia burgdorferi, the cause of Lyme disease. The team's findings are published in the journal mBio.
The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
In Suffolk County schools, there were more white students than any other ethnicity in the 2023-24 school year, according to the New York State Education Department.