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Legislator Al Krupski has sponsored legislation if adopted, would create a local law requiring any newly installed or upgraded irrigation system to be equipped with smart devices that adjust watering based on weather conditions including rainfall. Read More.

Legislator Jim Mazzarella (R-Moriches) joined with Eagle Scout Candidate Ethan Morano of Troop 138 at the Smith Point County Park Campgrounds for the unveiling of his Eagle Project, the construction and installation of a brand new Little Free Library. Read More.

On Sunday, August 13th, a New York State Assemblyman made a little girl's dream come true. Read More.

Republican incumbent Thomas Lohmann, a former detective with an impressive 21-year career in the New York City Police Department, brings a blend of law enforcement background and political principles to the forefront. Lohmann's commitment to steadfast values resonates strongly as he underscores, "I believe in core values and principles and follow through with them." His campaign zeroes in on crucial town issues, particularly the imperative for essential infrastructure development. Notably, his 2017 campaign highlighted the urgent need for sewer installations in Kings Park, Smithtown, and St. James, emphasizing their potential for driving economic growth. Lohmann's dedication to enhancing the town's infrastructure is palpable, evident in his statement, "We're talking about $119 million in capital projects." Regarding environmental matters, he advocates for well-structured green energy initiatives and an incremental approach to sustainability. Local spaces hold significant importance for Lohmann, as he proudly states, "We redid 60-70% of all parks renovated and upgraded." Read More.

The direction of Suffolk government will be on the line as voters will go to the polls in November to choose a new county executive in a race featuring two candidates with pronounced differences–young vs. old, government vs. business experience, Democrat vs. Republican. Read More.

“Get out your crayons because we are going to color Suffolk County red!” declared Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine at a packed fundraiser last week for the Suffolk GOP. He is leading the Republicans as their candidate for county executive and is confident he will beat his opponent, who he said represents the Democrat migration crisis, the crime wave caused by their cashless bail law, and the high taxes and cost of living from their policies coming out of Hauppauge, Albany, and Washington. Read More.

The 7th Suffolk County Legislative District, encompassing communities such as Patchogue, East Patchogue, and Medford and smaller segments of Blue Point, North Bellport, and Fire Island, has become a focal point as the upcoming election looms. Bounded by Blue Point Avenue on the west and the Bellport Village line on the east, the district extends northwards to Middle Country Road. Entirely situated within the Town of Brookhaven, the district boasts 51 election precincts and over 40,000 registered voters. Read More.

With the high school football season just around the corner, Bellport High School announced their class of 2023 Hall of Fame nominees. Read More.

The BRICS countries gathered this week in Johannesburg, South Africa. BRICS has doubled its strength as an independent economic block adding six nations including Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, Argentina, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE to the current member countries which include Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. Read More.

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NYS Senator Dean Murray and NYS Assemblyman Joe DeStefano attended the "Long Island Dystonia Zoo Day" at the Holtsville Wildlife and Ecology Center. They joined with Long Island families to promote awareness of Dystonia and to raise funds for the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation. Senator Murray and Assemblyman DeStefano presented resolutions to Linda Tobin Davis, the founder of "Fight for a Cure," to proclaim the month of September 2023 as "Dystonia Awareness Month" in the State of New York. Ms. Davis holds this fundraiser annually in an effort to increase awareness and to educate people about this relatively unknown disorder. Read More.

Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced the completion of extensive stormwater infrastructure improvements at the intersection of Hallock Landing Road and Culross Drive in Rocky Point. Read More.

The West Nile virus continues to show up in mosquitoes sampled by the Department of Health as two cases of the potentially fatal infection have been reported in Suffolk. Officials warn residents to limit exposure to the vectors that carry the disease and take precautions against mosquitoes if they must be in areas where they can be exposed. Read More.

In partnership with the Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County has successfully purchased and preserved the historic Avery Homestead, a local treasure at risk of being lost to redevelopment. The announcement came earlier this week from County Executive Steve Bellone and Suffolk County Legislator Dominick Thorne. Read More.

Antennas went up in Suffolk last week when three county sites showed up on a list from New York Mayor Eric Adams for the relocation of migrants from the city. Adams, who threw open the doors to the Big Apple with his Sanctuary City policy, is scrambling to find shelters for more than 100,000 immigrants who took him up on his offer. Appearing on the mayor’s list were Gabreski Airport in Westhampton Beach, Pilgrim Psychiatric Center in Brentwood, and the former Kings Park Psychiatric Center in Nissequogue River State Park. Read More.