Spota Wins Primary

Suffolk's district attorney will run unopposed in November.

BNL Authorized To Increase Payments To Brookhaven Town

After first considering a decrease, U.S. Department of Energy is convinced to increase PILOT payments to township.

LI Patch Polls: On Syria Strike, The 'NOs' Have It

In each congressional district, most respondents want their representatives to reject the president's attack plan.

Cedar Beach to Have 1 More Weekend of Summer

Popular summer spot is one of four town beaches that will be officially open one more weekend.

NY Governor Sends Rosh Hashanah Wishes

Gov. Andrew Cuomo said the state's diversity strengthens and energizes New York.

How Should Tim Bishop Vote on Syria Attack?

President said he will let Congress debate and vote on military action against the Middle Eastern country, after secretary of state says there is little doubt the regime launched a chemical weapons attack on insurgents.

Dem Candidate for Highway Supe Kicks Off Race

Lori Baldassare, a former deputy highway superintendent, is running against incumbent Republican Dan Losquadro.

Mt. Sinai's Spota Cleared to Run for Fourth Term as DA

District Attorney will face off against challenger Ray Perini in Sept. 10 primary.

Bonner Has More Cash, Though Primary Challenger Spending More Recently

Brian Lenz has outspent Councilwoman Jane Bonner recently, though the incumbent spent more to start the year, and holds a bigger balance with less then a month to go.

Bellone Signs Rails to Trails Agreement with LIPA

Next step in 10-mile trail is holding community meetings for input on final plans.

Go Green Event to Encourage MIller Place-Rocky Point Residents to Recycle

Green recycling event to be held Sept. 7 at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center.

Echo Avenue Among Roads Getting Sign Upgrades

Signage upgrades come as part of larger town-wide project receiving federal funding.

Bonner to Face Primary Opponent Once Again

Brian Lenz, a Mt. Sinai resident and Brookhaven Town's former assistant director of traffic planning, will be running against the incumbent councilwoman on Sept. 10.

Suffolk Cops Swarm After "Pressure Cooker" Web Search

Incident has Internet buzzing over what Web searches can trigger a visit from the police.

County OKs Rails to Trails Agreement With LIPA

"This is the furthest we've gone with this project. It seems to be going."

Stiffer Penalties For Distracted Driving Go Into Effect

What do you think of the increased fines and harsher consequences for texting while driving?

Anker Gains Independence Nod in Legislative Race

The incumbent Democrat will face off against Republican challenger Jennifer Juengst this fall.

Three Beaches Closed to Bathing Due to Bacteria

Beech Road Beach, Tides Beach and Sound Beach POA are closed until further notice.

Residents Advised Against Swimming at 12 Local Beaches

Heavy rains could lead to increase in bacteria in water, health officials say.

Beat the Heat: Town Beaches, Pools Open Longer Hours

Brookhaven officials open town beaches, pools and cooling centers for heat relief.

Rocky Point's Maertz Drops Candidacy for New York State Assembly

Jennifer Maertz will not run for vacated second assembly district seat.

Suffolk Water Quality Reports Available Online

Residents now have access to report from the convenience of their home computer.

Local Pols Slam Talk of Reviving NYC Commuter Tax

With NYC mayoral candidates expressing support to bring back the tax, local politicians held a press conference Tuesday to denounce the idea.

Fewer Unemployed in Suffolk, But Many Don’t See a Change

Emptying downtowns, lingering joblessness have some wondering where the recovery has gone.

Miller Place-Rocky Point Reacts: Supreme Court KOs DOMA

Community members have flocked to Twitter to sound off on the landmark ruling.

Get Hired: Town Job Fair Set for Thursday

Town of Brookhaven hosts Job Fair drawing more than 30 companies.

How Do You Move a 14-Ton Magnet? BNL Finds Out

William Floyd Parkway temporarily closed to start moving electromagnet to Illinois labs.

County Sets Up ‘Smarter’ 911 Service

Suffolk adds service that gives locals opportunity to pair important medical information with their phone numbers.

Take Home Fido for Free This Summer

Town of Brookhaven waives all animal shelter adopt fees through Sept. 20.

West Nile Season Set to Sting Suffolk?

County tied for most cases in the state in 2012.

Brookhaven Battling Damage, Saturation From Rain

Recent storms impacted Brookhaven's North Shore.

Advisory Against Swimming Extended At 12 Area Beaches

Canal Road Reconstruction to Start this Summer

Project will create left-turn lanes, bike lanes and drainage modification.

Health Advisory Issued against Swimming at 8 Local Beaches

County officials say heavy rainfall count lead to excessively high bacteria in the water.

Town Condemns Animal Hoarding House in Miller Place

Animal feces and filth overflowing at Hunted Avenue home.

Health Advisory Issued Against Swimming in Area Beaches This Weekend

Suffolk's Department of Health Services says rainwater runoff can affect water quality at some beaches.

Brookhaven Town Hosts Hurricane Prep Seminar

National hurricane expert to address steps Brookhaven resident should take this storm season.

Town Investigates Downloads of Posted Social Security Numbers

File accessed by 5 people a total of 9 times over five-day period.

Brookhaven Posts Social Security Numbers on Town Website

Social Security numbers were mistakenly attached to town board resolution posted May 30.

Miller Place's Karen Wilutis Named Candidate for First District Court

Wilutis named by Republicans.