Suffolk Reporter

Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico and Councilman Neil Foley are seeking assistance from residents to identify three males, believed to be in their late teens or early 20s, responsible for vandalizing the Lt. Michael P. Murphy Memorial Park at Lake Ronkonkoma. The incident occurred on the night of September 2, after 8:00 pm, involving graffiti on a building and spray painting a security camera. The suspects were seen driving a dark-colored sedan of unknown make and model.

Finalists revealed for second annual Stony Awards at Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University will once again honor its most exceptional employees at the second annual Stony Awards on November 20. Interim President Richard McCormick announced this year’s finalists in a September 12 message to the SBU community. The awards ceremony will celebrate employees nominated by their peers and selected by leadership as exemplifying the values of the university.

Stony Brook University honors alumni lost on September 11

Stony Brook University community members gathered on the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 attacks to remember the alumni who tragically lost their lives on that day. At the Memorial Arch, located near the Humanities Building, the campus came together for reflection, remembrance, and healing.

Shirley man pleads guilty to attempted murder near former congressman Lee Zeldin's home

Noah Green, 20, of Shirley, has pleaded guilty to attempted murder in the second degree, conspiracy in the second degree, and other related charges. The plea follows an incident on October 9, 2022, where Green shot at three individuals in front of former United States Congressman Lee Zeldin’s home. Two victims were struck in the chest but survived.

Brookhaven School District to remain open amid weather concerns

Brookhaven School District will be open on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. The district will continue to monitor weather conditions and make a decision regarding Thursday's schedule on Wednesday evening.

William Floyd High School announces final dates for Class of 2025 senior portraits

The last call for Senior Portraits to be booked at William Floyd High School is scheduled for October 22, 23, and 24. The sessions will take place in the west gym. Any sessions after these dates will need to be booked directly at the studio in Farmingdale. Students are encouraged to visit schedule.prestigeportraits.com to book their appointments.

Stony Brook University celebrates National Postdoc Appreciation Week

The Graduate School and Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at Stony Brook University will celebrate National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW) 2024. This annual event aims to recognize the contributions that postdocs make to the university and the broader research community. The Stony Brook community is invited to participate in a series of events designed to foster connection, promote wellness, and highlight the role of postdocs in advancing knowledge and innovation.

William Floyd High School announces pre-order availability for 2024-25 yearbooks

William Floyd High School has announced that the 2024-25 yearbooks are now available for pre-order. Interested parties can follow a provided link to order a yearbook, book a personalization ad, and access additional options.

Flood honors WWII survivor Erika Glus as Woman of Distinction

Assemblyman Ed Flood recently honored Erika Glus with an official Assembly Proclamation as part of his 2024 Women of Distinction event.

Lawmakers introduce bill addressing ongoing costs from September 11th attacks

On the 23rd anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02), alongside co-leads Congressman Jerry Nadler (D-NY-12), Anthony D'Esposito (R-NY-04), and Dan Goldman (D-NY-10), introduced the Continued Costs of the September 11th Terrorist Attacks Act. This legislation aims to allow FEMA to reimburse state and city pension systems for losses in pension payments due to unanticipated deaths of first responders who participated in rescue and cleanup efforts following the attacks.

Simons STEM Scholars welcomes second cohort with enhanced preparation programs

Stony Brook University’s Simons STEM Scholars Program celebrated the induction of its second cohort (S2) of students this past May at the Simons Foundation’s Flatiron Institute in New York City. In July, these students participated in a six-week Summer Bridge Program at Stony Brook designed to prepare them for their upcoming academic journey.

Local Government Meetings today in Suffolk County

Suffolk County Local Government Meetings today.

William Floyd High School invites NHS applications for the 2024-25 academic year

The William Floyd High School Honor Society Colonial Chapter Charter #7567 is accepting applications for the 2024-25 school year.

LaLota calls for accountability ahead of Cuomo's testimony on nursing home scandal

Rep. Nick LaLota (R-Suffolk County) has issued a statement ahead of former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s testimony at the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic.

Experts discuss power system resilience amid rising severe weather events

In the aftermath of a severe rainstorm that flooded towns on Long Island and claimed at least two lives in Connecticut, a consortium of scientists, engineers, and utility representatives convened to discuss the increasing frequency of extreme weather events and their impact on critical infrastructure. The meeting took place at New York’s Kennedy International Airport from August 21-22, 2024.

William Floyd High School's business academy highlighted on local radio

William Floyd High School Business Academy chairperson Ms. Jacqueline Giacalone was recently featured on “Spotlight on LI Schools,” the weekly LI News Radio program highlighting notable developments in Long Island’s schools. Ms. Giacalone discussed the various opportunities available to students at William Floyd High School's Business Academy, aimed at aiding their post-graduation journeys and lifelong endeavors.

First neutrinos detected at Fermilab short-baseline near detector

Scientists at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory have detected the first neutrino interactions using the Short-Baseline Near Detector (SBND). The SBND collaboration, which has been developing the detector for nearly a decade, successfully activated all subsystems after several months of preparation.

Brookhaven Animal Shelter featured in Oktoberfest event on September 28

On September 28, the Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will be featured during Oktoberfest at the Millhouse Inn, located at 284 Mill Road in Yaphank. Doors open at 12:00 noon. Visitors can meet dogs available for adoption, obtain Matchmaker Forms, get volunteer information, and make donations to help care for the animals at the shelter. Guests will enjoy food, drinks, music, and more.

Riverhead man sentenced to 22 years for fatal stabbing