Suffolk legislators decide to extend their time in office — but voters might still reject it.
County Councilman Seeks Term Extension A Suffolk County Councilman has proposed extending his term from two years to four. However, whether this change takes effect will ultimately depend on voter approval in November. The local commissioner argues that this extension aligns with recent changes in New York’s election schedule, which has shifted local elections to […]
Police in Suffolk County detain two individuals, dismantle an illegal fighting ring.
Illegal Fight Club Shut Down in Melville Park One of the key rules for Fight Club? Don’t talk about it. Two young men from Long Island were arrested over the weekend after they engaged in a slap fight in a park, drawing cheers from onlookers as the event unfolded. Over 70 people, mostly in their […]
Suffolk jails compelled to keep 125 inmates awaiting transfer due to state disorder
The Suffolk County Jail is struggling to accommodate 125 felony inmates who were supposed to be transferred elsewhere. It appears that the state government is responsible for these delays, leading to significant chaos, as reported. Governor Cathy Hochul of the county has criticized the state’s approach to housing prisoners, arguing that it’s leaving staff in […]
Suffolk County will pay $18 million to settle a court case regarding ‘inhumane’ conditions in its jails.
Suffolk County in New York has agreed to pay $18 million to settle a legal dispute lasting 14 years, brought by a former inmate who claimed he endured filthy living conditions filled with mice and cockroaches for over a decade. The class action lawsuit accused officials at Riverhead and Yaphank of ignoring these appalling circumstances. […]
Suffolk County has serious waste issues, and taxpayers just invested $3.8 million to address them.
Big Changes Ahead for Suffolk County’s Sewer Systems In Suffolk County, around 70% of homes and businesses still depend on cesspools for waste disposal. However, officials are gearing up to replace millions of these with connections to local sewer systems. County executive Ed Romain has announced an ambitious $3.8 million initiative set to begin this […]
Owning pets is now illegal for animal abusers in Suffolk County
A new law in Suffolk County imposes prison time and fines on animal abusers who own pets. This legislation, recently approved, classifies pet ownership by those with convictions as a Class A misdemeanor. “This bill protects animals, so I’m signing it,” Suffolk County’s Ed Romain stated during a news conference at the H. Lee Dennison […]
The 10 most irresponsible fathers in Suffolk County and what the sheriff hopes for this Mother’s Day
Suffolk County has unveiled a list of ten fathers who have been avoiding their financial responsibilities towards their children and the mothers of those children. One of the individuals featured on this “wall of shame” owes nearly $1.5 million to the mother of his child. “We’re talking about significant amounts of money that could have […]
Suffolk County may have to pay back $91M in shady red-light camera fees — leading to massive budget deficit
Suffolk County may need to pay $91 million for the shady fees collected from the controversial red light camera program. This is a cost that can cause budget mayhem. Long Island County is already facing a potential battle over spending plans, with budget review offices projecting a $552 million deficit by 2028. Suffolk ended the […]
Suffolk police watchdog reports nearly 400 misconduct cases — but has no clue who got punished
Suffolk officers received nearly 400 fraudulent complaints between March 2023 and May 2024, but the county police watchdog said they don't know exactly how many officers were disciplined. The findings of the Suffolk County Human Rights Commission praised SCPD leadership for being generally cooperative, but argue that the committee is still arm-length when it comes […]
Emma Gervasi’s dad to sue Suffolk County after hospital sex abuse: report
Sex Traffic Long Island Teen Emarae Gervasi's father is planning to su Suffolk County to allege sexually abused at a state hospital after television rescue, the new report says. Seen here in her 2022 birthday post, Emmarae Gervasi went missing for a month before being rescued by her father Frank Gervasi from a boat on […]