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$1.3 million was granted to Suffolk law agencies to fight violent crime under the Gun Involved Violence Elimination program, Hochul says.
Jorge Guevara of Bay Shore was found guilty of attempted assault after stabbing his girlfriend in the neck in front of 3 kids, the DA says.
“We will not tolerate the exploitation of children in any form. " — Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney.
Islip hosted a street renaming ceremony in honor of Nina Cooley, co-founder of AMVETS Post 18 and Ladies Auxiliary.
Students in the Bayport-Blue Point School District celebrated Flag Day with celebrations district wide.
Babylon roads may be congested during weekend events.
“Carter, who openly acknowledged his drug dealing was all ‘about the money,’ is held responsible today..." - DA Breon Peace.
Amityville Union Free School District has been awarded a $10,000 grant, New York State Senator Monica R. Martinez announces.
Lindenhurst roads may be congested during weekend events.
Proceeds from the blood drive will help a little girl with leukemia visit Disney World and a woman who needs transfusions: organizers.
The Suffolk County Sheriff's Office deputies made seven arrests the week of June 12 to 19, Sheriff Errol D. Toulon announces.
West Babylon School District held its 7th annual Blue and Gold Brunch to celebrate the Class of 2024's top 25 students.
Taner Ocal, 22, of Lindenhurst, was arrested after possessing child porn and having sexual conversations with young girls, police say.
West Babylon School District's revised proposed budget secured voter approval Tuesday night, the district announces.
Here's some beaches, cooling centers and tips for beating the heat in Babylon during the high temps expected this week.
Suffolk County Arson is investigating a blaze on Long Island that displaced residents and hospitalized a firefighter, the FD says.
24 Suffolk County residents graduated from the 43rd Suffolk County Police Department Civilian Academy, the police department announces.
A law requiring employers to provide employees with paid breaks to pump breast milk goes into effect Wednesday, Gov. Hochul announces.
Suffolk police needs the public's help to identify a man and a woman who stole clothing from Polo Ralph Lauren at Tanger Outlets Deer Park.
Suffolk County police seized 1,500 illegal fireworks worth $5,000 from a Bay Shore warehouse on Monday after receiving a tip, police say.
