DEC: Shellfishing Off Limits for Labor Day Week

Department of Environmental Conservation says 243 acres in Port Jeff harbor will be off limits to shellfish beginning at sunrise on Saturday through next Friday.

Dem Candidate for Highway Supe Kicks Off Race

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

What Would Work on the Lawrence Aviation Site?

The town is reportedly in the midst of a planning study for the contaminated site. Any thoughts on what you'd like to see there?

Bellone Signs Rails to Trails Agreement with LIPA

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

Go Green Event to Encourage Port Jefferson Residents to Recycle

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

Suffolk Cops Swarm After "Pressure Cooker" Web Search

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

Mather Hospital Expansion on the Horizon

Town government announces $24 million in tax-exempt financing for the project.

County OKs Rails to Trails Agreement With LIPA

Legislator: "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?

Village to Develop Motorcycle Parking Plan

Idea is to build relationship with the motorcycle community in downtown Port Jefferson.

Beat the Heat: Town Beaches, Pools Open Longer Hours

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

Road Work Ahead for Port Jefferson Main Street

Main Street/Route 25A to face lane closures periodically for repaving over the next two weeks.

Village Needs Pet Photos for Upcoming 'Pets of Port' Show

Exhibit will be on display in the Village Center in September and October.

Brookhaven Town Reworks Carmans River Plan

Town representatives have been presenting the new version of the plan to various civic groups throughout Brookhaven.

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.

Waterfront Revitalization Aims to Add 'Green Space', Improve Traffic, Parking and Circulation

Waterfront revitalization plan presented Monday.

DEC: Shellfishing Temporarily Closed After July 4

Over Fourth of July weekend, DEC closes Port Jefferson Harbor to shellfishing.

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

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

Roadwork on Village Streets Continues This Week

Village announces planned schedule.

Port Jefferson Reacts: Assemblyman Lauds Supreme Court for Ditching 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.

Take Home Fido for Free This Summer

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

Mayor, Trustees Run Unopposed, Reelected in Village Vote

Mayor, two trustees and justice reelected Tuesday.

On the Agenda: Roe House, Outdoor Seating at Graceful Rose

Date for Roe House opening set, outdoor dining permit to be discussed.

West Nile Season Set to Sting Suffolk?

County tied for most cases in the state in 2012.

Cartright Earns Democrats' Nomination for Brookhaven Town Council

Patch sat down for a Q&A session with Valerie M. Cartright.

Canal Road Reconstruction to Start this Summer

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

State Funds Port Jeff's 'Baker's Alley' Restoration

Village will build brick pathway to connect East Main Street to metered parking lot off East Broadway.

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 attached to town board resolution posted May 30.

Village Pursuing Grant for Lanterns with Security Cameras

Village approves resolution to pursue $23,500 grant for lanterns at Monday's meeting.

Romaine Gets Republican Nod for Supervisor

Brookhaven Republicans overlook heavy public criticism of Romaine for blizzard response.

Hurricane Season is Here: Are You Ready?

Long Island leaders say they're working with the Red Cross; urge residents to be prepared.

Port Jeff Village Attorney to Retire Monday

Barry Warren steps down from village work after serving 15 years.

On the Agenda: Installing Village Lanterns with Security Cameras

A resolution to install five lanterns with security cameras in Port Jefferson Village is on tonight's agenda.

Village Parks Renamed for Port Jefferson Public Officials

Village board honors former mayor Jeanne Garant and former trustee Joe Erland.

Town Councilman Won't Run for Re-Election

Steve Fiore-Rosenfeld tells media he will focus on his law career.