Suffolk Reporter

Government events this week in Suffolk County: Sept. 8-14

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

The following events are scheduled to take place in Suffolk County this week.

Town Clerk Kevin LaValle launches historical video series

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

Farmingville, NY – Town Clerk Kevin LaValle has announced the launch of his “Talking History with the Town Clerk” video series with a tour of the Davis Meeting House in Coram, the former clerk's office from the early days of the Town of Brookhaven. The video also includes comments from Town Historian Barbara Russell, who provides insight about the historic town landmark; Researcher Lynne Scofield and Interim President Suzanne Johnson from the Town of Brookhaven Davis Town Meeting House Historical Society.

Stony Brook updates clothing donation bins for greater transparency

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

Stony Brook University has introduced updated ‘Red Hot’ donation bins as part of its longstanding clothing recycling program. These new bins feature enhanced signage and messaging to clearly outline acceptable donations and explain the destination of the contributions. The initiative aims to increase transparency with scannable QR codes that direct users to the university's recycling website.

LaLota's bill aims to enhance law enforcement's ability to combat fentanyl crisis

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

Rep. Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County), a member of the Homeland Security Committee, announced that his legislation, H.R. 8663, the bipartisan Detection Equipment and Technology Evaluation to Counter the Threat of (DETECT) Fentanyl and Xylazine Act, has passed the House of Representatives. This marks the sixth bill LaLota has successfully passed in the House, tying him for third place among the 74 freshmen members of the House of Representatives.

Stony Brook hosts national bootcamp on water acoustics research

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

Stony Brook Southampton recently hosted a bootcamp where students from across the country collaborated on underwater acoustics research. Students and professors conducted experiments to transmit, sense, and measure various underwater acoustic signals. Funded by the Office of Naval Research, Dean Andrew Singer of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (CEAS) organized the week-long event with Professor Joseph Warren from the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences and Professor Grant Deane from the Scripps Institute of Oceanography.

Brookhaven to host annual Country Fair at historic Longwood Estate

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

The Town of Brookhaven will host its annual Country Fair on September 21 and 22, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at the historic Longwood Estate in Ridge. The event will feature historical re-enactments, demonstrations, food, entertainment by the Ed Travers Band, craft vendors, children's activities, a Tesla Museum exhibit, a dog show, a vintage apron show, and house museum tours. Admission is $5 per person with children under 12 admitted free and receiving a "Passport to the Past." Parking is free with a complimentary shuttle service from Longwood Junior High School. Leashed and...

Riverhead man indicted for shooting into Hampton Bays residence

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the indictment of Lawrence Brown Jr., 26, of Riverhead, for Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree and other related charges following a shooting incident in Hampton Bays.

High school students complete inaugural trades program at Stony Brook University

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

Seven William Floyd High School students participated in Stony Brook University’s inaugural “A Taste of the Trades” program this past summer. The initiative provided hands-on learning experiences aimed at preparing students for careers in construction, clean-energy production, and infrastructure development while introducing them to job opportunities supporting sustainability.

Stony Brook's ASA launches initiatives for enhanced student engagement

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

Dawn Villacci, director of Engagement and Guest Experience, is on a mission to connect with students and staff at Stony Brook University and enhance their campus experience through the Auxiliary Services Association (ASA). Her goal is clear: to make every interaction with ASA extraordinary.

Cardiologist sentenced for possessing child pornography

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced today that cardiologist Frank Pollaro, 55, of Deer Park, has been sentenced to four to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child.

Hispanic Heritage Group to host cultural celebration at Brookhaven National Laboratory

By Suffolk Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

The Hispanic Heritage Group at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory will host a celebration of Hispanic culture featuring music and dance performances on Friday, Sept. 20, at 6 p.m. in Berkner Hall (Bldg. 488) on the Lab site. The event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required.