West Babylon Street Renamed For Fire Captain, Sheriff’s Leader

WEST BABYLON, NY — A West Babylon intersection now carries the name of a man whose life was defined by service.

The Town of Babylon has ceremoniously renamed the intersection of 13th Avenue and 3rd Street as Captain Philip Canfora Jr. Memorial Way, honoring a longtime West Babylon Fire Department member and Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office veteran, town officials said.

Family members, first responders, and local leaders gathered for the dedication ceremony, where a new street sign was unveiled beneath a large American flag.

Canfora dedicated nearly 50 years to the West Babylon Fire Department and served 33 years with the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office, rising to the rank of captain. His commitment to public service followed a family legacy—his father, Chief Philip Canfora Sr., was also honored with a street renaming in the community.

Supervisor Schaffer and Councilman Terence McSweeney joined fire department members and the Canfora family for the ceremony.

“Captain Philip Canfora Jr. represented the very best of Babylon—selfless, dedicated, and always ready to serve,” Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer said. “It is our honor to ensure his name and legacy will forever be a part of this community he gave so much to.”