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Town and County Complete Open Space Acquisition of 15 Acres Near Mt. Sinai Harbor

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker to announce the purchase of 15 acres of land that complete the acquisition of 59.3 acres to be preserved as open space in Mt. Sinai...

Brookhaven Announces Program for Expanded Restaurant Cold Weather Dining Options During COVID

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine ant the Town board recently announced a program that allows restaurants with limited seating capacity due to COVID restrictions to stay open by utilizing vacant space within shopping centers to be used for...

Town’s 11th Annual “Polar Plunge” Raises More Than $105,000 to Benefit Special Olympics NY

Farmingville, NY - On November 21, the Town of Brookhaven and Special Olympics New York hosted the 11th annual “Polar Plunge: Freezin’ for a Reason” at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many s...

Councilman Loguercio Salutes Szuster Farms on their 100th Anniversary in Yaphank

Farmingville, NY - On November 16, Councilman Michael Loguercio (back row, fourth from left) visited Szuster Farms in Yaphank to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the family-owned and operated business. The farm was established in 1920 by Polish...

Town of Brookhaven and United Way Partner to Launch “Safe at Home for Seniors”

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) met with United Way of Long Island Community Impact Program Director, Trish Rivers (left), and Family Service League President and CEO, Karen Boorshtein (right), to promo...

Councilwoman Bonner Thanks Mount Sinai Historical Society and Port Jefferson Ferry for Sponsoring

Farmingville, NY - On November 15, Councilwoman Jane Bonner visited the historic Daniel Hawkins House in Miller Place to support a food drive held by the Miller Place Mount Sinai Historical Society (MPMSHS) and Port Jefferson Ferry. The drive wil...

Councilwoman Bonner Thanks Covanta for PPE Donation to Wading River and Ridge Fire Departments

Farmingville, NY - On November 2, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (fourth from left) met with members of the Wading River and Ridge Fire Departments to thank Covanta Environmental Solutions for their generous donations of PPE to the departments during t...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates “Domenica alle Due” Italian Bistro and Pizzeria Grand Opening

Farmingville, NY - On October 29, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) celebrated the grand opening of the new “Domenica alle Due” Italian Bistro and Pizzeria located 257 Echo Avenue in Sound Beach. This new restaurant features a l...

Councilman Loguercio Joins the Friends of Bellport Bay to Plant 50,000 Oysters

Farmingville, NY - On October 25, Councilman Michael Loguercio (third from right in both photos) was joined by the Friends of Bellport Bay at the Bellport Dock to plant 50,000 oysters, thus completing the five-year goal of planting 1 million oyst...

Councilwoman Cartright to Co-Sponsor National Prescription Drug Take Back on October 24

Farmingville, NY - On October 24, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright and the Town of Brookhaven Council District 1 Drug Prevention Coalition will co-sponsor a National Prescription Drug Take Back on Saturday, October 24 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. T...

Loguercio Honors Longwood Teacher and Former Students at Dedication of a Little Free Library

Farmingville, NY - On October 13, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) honored Medford resident and Longwood School District teacher, Grace Evola (third from left) and two of her former students Audrey Miller (second from left) and Andrew Ferriolo...

Town Honors Brookhaven’s Front Line Heroes on National Emergency Nurses Day

Farmingville, NY - On October 14, the Town of Brookhaven honored Emergency Nurses from St. Charles Hospital, Mather Hospital, Long Island Community Hospital and Stony Brook University Hospital who have served on the front lines during the COVID-1...

Town of Brookhaven to Hold Eleventh Annual Polar Plunge

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, November 21, the Town of Brookhaven and the Special Olympics of New York will host the 11th Annual “Polar Plunge: Freezin’ for a Reason” at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai. The annual event...

Councilwoman Bonner and Town Co-Sponsor Turn the Tide on Trash Event at Cedar Beach

Farmingville, NY - On October 3, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) joined the Houck family (Paige, Joseph, Kate and Joe) and more than 70 residents during the “Turn the Tide on Trash” event at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai. Sponsor...

Town to Offer Residents Free Mulch Starting October 8

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven will offer residents free Premium Double Grind Mulch at five locations starting on Thursday, October 8. The mulch is from the many tons of vegetative material collected by the town in the aftermath of Tro...

Brookhaven Town to Present Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Video on October 15

Farmingville, NY - On October 15, Supervisor Edward P. Romaine, the Brookhaven Town Board and Hispanic Advisory Board will honor Hispanic residents who have served our community during the COVID-19 pandemic with the Sixth Annual “Virtua...

Councilwoman Bonner Promotes Donor Day in New York State on October 8

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (center) and fellow organ donors Brookhaven Town Historian Barbara Russell (left) and Town Chief of Staff Emily Pines (right) joined to help spread the word that October 8 is Donor Day in New ...

Town Board Honors Staff During International Housekeeper’s Week

Farmingville, NY - On September 15, Supervisor Ed Romaine and members of the Town Board presented Certificates of Appreciation to the Town’s housekeeping staff in recognition of International Housekeeper’s Week. Held every yea...

Town-owned Mary E. Bell House Recommended for Nomination to be Listed on State and National Register

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico have announced that the Town-owned Mary E. Bell House was nominated to be listed on the State and National Registers of Historical Places. Currently a museum, the two-story house ...

Town Honors Victims and First Responders at 9/11 Memorial Service at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - On September 11, Supervisor Ed Romaine led a memorial service to honor all the people who perished as a result of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and at Shanksville, Pennsylvania. The ceremony, whi...

Statement by Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio

“On September 14, 2020 the Brookhaven Town Planning Board will consider an application for Yaphank Auto Storage Facility, which would allow for the storage of vehicles on 35.67 acres north of Horseblock Road in Yaphank. While the Planning Board ...

Supervisor Romaine and Town Council Volunteer to Help Distribute Food at Long Island Cares

Farmingville, NY - On September 3, Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Town Board volunteered their services at the Long Island Cares, Inc. Harry Chapin Food Bank’s new, COVID-19 distribution facility in Hauppauge. The facility is one of 19 t...

Town of Brookhaven Lifeguards Perform Daring Osprey Rescue at West Meadow Beach

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Town of Brookhaven lifeguards stationed at West Meadow Beach spotted a large bird in the water that appeared to be in in distress. As the lifeguards approached, they realized the bird was not a waterfowl, as originall...

Town Board Condemns Display of Confederate Flag on Local Fire Department Truck

Farmingville, NY - “This afternoon, the Brookhaven Town Board was made aware of the display of a Confederate flag on a fire truck belonging to a local fire department. The Town Board condemns the display of this symbol of racism and hat...

Councilwoman Bonner Serves as Witness to Guinness World Record Attempt

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, August 15, Councilwoman Jane Bonner was at Heritage Park in Mt. Sinai to serve as a witness to Rocky Point resident Cory Macellaro’s attempt to beat the Guinness World Record for the most alternating one-...

Councilman Dan Panico Announces Snapper Derby At Union Dock in Center Moriches

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine and Brookhaven Councilman Dan Panico are pleased to announce that the Town of Brookhaven, in partnership with the Montauk Surfcasters Association, will host the first Annual Keith Romaine Memorial Snapper ...

Statement by Brookhaven Supervisor Romaine and Highway Superintendent Losquadro Regarding PSEG

Farmingville, NY - Like many of our residents, we are disappointed and frustrated with the response by PSEG to Tropical Storm Isaias and the systemic failure of the utility’s communications system.While the quantity of outages is lower ...

Supervisor Romaine Presents Certificate to Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand During Eighth Event

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Maddie and Joseph Mastriano during their Eighth Annual Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand fundraiser at Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School in Ston...

Brookhaven Town Completes Installation of New Fence at Historic Cemetery in Patchogue

Farmingville, NY - On July 27, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Neil Foley were in Patchogue Village to mark the completion of a new fence at the historic cemetery located along Waverly Avenue. The Town took the lead in funding the purchase a...

Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico Thank Scouts for Outstanding Community Service

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Councilman Dan Panico, (third from left) recently met at Sedgemere Bridge in Center Moriches, where they personally thanked members of Boy Scout Troop 23 for cleaning graffiti f...

Romaine, Town Board Join Congressman Zeldin In Delivering 10,000 Face Masks to Chambers of Commerce

Farmingville, NY -  On July 9, Congressman Lee Zeldin (center) visited Brookhaven Town Hall to deliver 10,000 face masks to the Brookhaven Chambers of Commerce Coalition. The face masks will be distributed to their local membership for use by emp...

Town Honors David’s Shoe Emporium Owner David Zegel

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Neil Foley stopped by David’s Shoe Emporium in Patchogue Village to recognize the owner, David Zegel, as he gets ready to close the Main Street store after 73 years in bu...

Brookhaven Officials Join Emergency Services and Civics in Declaring Section of Rt 25 Unsafe

Farmingville, NY - On June 25, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (2nd from left), Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (third from left) were joined by NYS Assemblymen Anthony Palumbo (right) and Joseph DeStefano (...

Town of Brookhaven Covid-19 Virus Update: Closings, Cancelations and Postponements

Farmingville, NY - In an abundance of caution related to COVID-19, the Town of Brookhaven has made the difficult decision to temporarily postpone, suspend, close or cancel many Town events. The health, safety, and well-being of our community memb...

Town Hall Weekly Farmers Market Hours Expanded New Hours 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the hours for the weekly Farmers Market at Brookhaven Town Hall in Farmingville have been expanded and will begin earlier, at 12:00 noon and run until 5:00 pm. The original hours were 2:...

Councilwoman Cartright Visits “A Wishful Gesture” in Set. to Support Black Lives and National Unity

Farmingville, NY - On the evening of June 7, Councilwoman Valerie Cartright and her daughter Noelle (pictured at left) showed their support by visiting “A Wishful Gesture,” a peaceful installation of the Three Village Communit...

The Dream of Homeownership Becomes Reality in Mastic Beach

Farmingville, NY - The dream of homeownership has become a reality in Mastic Beach. The Town of Brookhaven partnered with the New York State Attorney General’s Office, the Suffolk County Landbank Corporation and the Long Island Housing ...

Town of Brookhaven and LI Farm Bureau to Open Weekly Farmers Market at Town Hall Starting June 4

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the weekly Farmers Market at Brookhaven Town Hall in Farmingville will be open every Thursday from June 4 through the month of October. The market will be held outside on the lawn direct...

2020 Census Digital Action Weekend May 1-3

Farmingville, NY -  Recently, the 2020 Census reached an important milestone of nearly 80 million responses, which equals more than half of the households in the United States. The ultimate goal is to count everyone accurately while supporting th...

Councilman LaValle and Councilman Loguercio Deliver 6000 Grocery Bags to Lighthouse Mission

Farmingville, NY -  On April 23, Councilman Kevin LaValle (left) and Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) were at Lighthouse Mission in Bellport to deliver 6,000 grocery bags donated by Charles Gallagher, owner/operator of ShopRite Supermarkets i...

Brookhaven Town Offers Earth Day/Arbor Day Ideas While Social Distancing

Farmingville, NY -  While many of the events Brookhaven Town was planning for the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day have been cancelled, there are still a number of ways residents can celebrate Earth Day on April 22 while still observing social dista...

Brookhaven Town Clerk’s Office Closed to the Public

Farmingville, NY - In an abundance of caution related to COVID-19, the Brookhaven Town Clerk’s office is CLOSED to the public. The only services that will be provided in person to Brookhaven residents are marriage licenses and the filin...

Brookhaven Town Recognizes Brain Injury Awareness Month

Farmingville, NY - At the March 12 Brookhaven Town Board meeting, Councilman Michael Loguercio sponsored a resolution that was unanimously adopted to designate March as Brain Injury Awareness Month in the Town of Brookhaven.The Brain Injury Assoc...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Friends of St. Patrick 2020 Scholarship Winner

Farmingville, NY - On March 6, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) attended the annual Friends of St. Patrick Luck of the Irish Casino Night held at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. She was there to honor the organization’s $1000 scho...

Loguercio Honors Bobby D’Amato for his Quick Action After His Mother Suffers a Heart Attack

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Councilman Michael Loguercio and the Town Board recently honored a young resident of Ridge whose quick actions are credited with saving his mother’s life.On January 11, 2020 at around 8:30 am, Bobby D&...

Councilman Loguercio Meets Longwood Middle School 5th and 6th Grade Robotics Team at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - It was a great time once again when Councilman Michael Loguercio met with the Longwood Middle School fifth and sixth grade Robotics Teams. Joined by several teachers and advisors, the students and Councilman Loguercio had a won...

New and Outgoing Officers of Sons & Daughters of Italy at the Sgt. John Basilone Lodge

Farmingville, NY - On March 2, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Councilman Dan Panico (left) attended the installation ceremony for members of the Sons and Daughters of Italy Sgt. John Basilone Lodge #2442, at the Town’...

Cartright Speaks at Doing Something About It, Inc.’s 2nd Annual Cultural Empowerment Event

Farmingville, NY - On February 22, Councilwoman Valerie Cartright spoke at Doing Something About It, Inc.’s 2nd Annual Cultural Empowerment Event held at the Boys & Girls Club in Bellport. Doing Something About It, Inc. is a not-for...

29th Annual Black History Month Celebration

Farmingville, NY - On February 7, the Town of Brookhaven’s Black History Commission hosted its 29th Annual Black History Month celebration at Town Hall. The program included the presentation of Academic Achievement Awards to more than 7...

First of its Kind Youth Vape Out! Program - Vaping Cessation and Alternatives to Suspension

Farmingville, NY - Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright has announced that Youth Vaping Cessation classes are now being offered at Brookhaven Town Hall, One Independence Hill in Farmingville. The classes, which are presented by the Suffolk County De...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Install Center Moriches Fire Department Officers

Farmingville, NY - On February 1, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left photo) and Councilman Dan Panico (right photo) attended the installation dinner for the Center Moriches Fire Department. During the event, they honored the department for 132 years of ...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Bellport Chamber of Commerce Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY - On January 15, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) attended the Bellport Chamber of Commerce Installation Dinner at the Bellport Country Club. Along with Mayor Ray Fell (third from left) and Suffolk County Legislator Rudy Sunde...

Councilman Loguercio Swears In Officers of the Greater Gordon Heights Chamber of Commerce

Farmingville, NY - On January 28, Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) attended the Greater Gordon Heights Chamber of Commerce installation of officers at the Mott House in Coram. The Councilman had the honor of swearing in the new officers and o...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 221 in Manorville

Farmingville, NY - On January 26, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Suffolk County Legislator Al Krupski (left) were on hand at the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony for Anthony Levene (center) from Boy Scout Troop 221 in Manorville. The event ...

Councilman Panico Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 138 in Mastic

Farmingville, NY - On Friday, January 24, Brookhaven Councilman Dan Panico presented a proclamation to Dylan D’Ambrosio on the occasion of attaining the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest and most prestigious rank that a Boy Scout can ach...

Supervisor Romaine Honors New Eagle Scout from Troop 29 in East Moriches

Farmingville, NY - On January 26, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Suffolk County Legislator Al Krupski (right) were on hand at the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony for Sean Patrick McInerney (center) from Boy Scout Troop 29 in East Moriches. ...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Mount Sinai-Miller Place Chamber Alliance Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY - On January 15, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Mount Sinai-Miller Place Chamber Alliance (MPMSCA) Installation Dinner where she led the swearing in of the new officers. The event was held at the Willow Creek Golf and Coun...

Moody’s Assigns AAA Credit Rating and Standard & Poor’s Assigns AAA Rating, both with Stable Outlook

Town commended for a strong management team and fiscal policies

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine is pleased to report that Moody’s Investor Services has re-affirmed the Town of Brookhaven’s AAA credit rating. In addition, Standard & Po...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Eagle Court of Honor for Troop 161 in Shoreham

Farmingville, NY - On January 4, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Court of Honor Ceremony for Boy Scout Troop 161 of Shoreham. The ceremony was held at Wading River Fire Department headquarters. The Court of Honor ceremony recognizes Boy Sco...

Councilwoman Bonner Hosts Town Hall Meeting and Tour with Girl Scout Troop 2775 from Miller Place

Farmingville, NY - On December 27, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (back row, left) welcomed Girl Scouts from Troop 2775 in Miller Place to Town Hall. The Councilwoman Bonner led a lively discussion about Town government and her role on the Town Council...

Town of Brookhaven Celebrates the Start of Hanukkah at Annual Menorah Lighting Ceremony

Farmingville, NY - On December 23, Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright celebrated the first night of Hanukkah at the annual Community Menorah Lighting ceremony in the lobby of Town Hall in Farmingville. The annual ho...

Councilman Loguercio Welcomes Santa Claus to Historic Longwood Estate in Ridge

Farmingville, NY - Recently, children of all ages came to meet jolly Saint Nick during the Town’s annual “Santa Comes to Longwood Estate” celebration. This fun-filled, family event included sleigh rides and pony ride...

Councilman Loguercio Celebrates the Holiday Season at the Yaphank FD Christmas Parade and Tree Light

Farmingville, NY - Recently, the Yaphank Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary hosted their annual Christmas Parade. Hundreds of friends and family members from the community attended while revelers of all ages dressed in holiday costumes marched and ...

Cartright Leads Portrait Unveiling and Street Dedication in Memory of Tech. Sgt. Dashan Briggs

Farmingville, NY - On December 18, Councilwoman Valerie Cartright joined the family and friends of Tech. Sgt. Dashan Briggs for the honorary street dedication ceremony at the corner of Bedford Avenue and King Street in Port Jefferson Station (sec...

Councilman Loguercio Thanks Ridge Fire Department Rescue Squad for Successful Coat Drive

Farmingville, NY - On a recent visit to the Ridge Fire Department Rescue Squad, Councilman Michael Loguercio (second from left) thanked the members for participating in their recent coat drive to help local families stay warm this winter. The squ...

Councilman Loguercio Honors Body Depot Owner for “Tireless Commitment to the Community”

Farmingville, NY - On December 15, Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) stopped by the 'Body Depot' gym located at 1814 Middle Country Road in Ridge to present a 'Certificate of Appreciation" to the owner, Jo-Mara Lopez (center left). Counci...

Thousands of Toys Donated at Town and JVC Broadcasting’s Annual INTERFACE Holiday Toy Drive

Farmingville, NY - On December 13, Brookhaven residents opened their hearts in a big way by donating thousands of toys at the Town’s INTERFACE Toy Drive. The event, held in the lobby of Town Hall, was co-sponsored by the Town of Brookha...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates the Holiday Season at Christmas Tree Lightings in Rocky Point, Ridge

Farmingville, NY - This past weekend, Councilwoman Jane Bonner helped make the holiday season bright at three Christmas tree lighting ceremonies in Council District 2. In the first photo, Councilwoman Bonner (right) celebrates with student volunt...

Councilman Loguercio Meets with Boy Scouts from Troop 625 in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY - On November 20, Councilman Michael Loguercio (center) met with Boy Scout Troop 625 from Middle Island during their monthly meeting at the West Middle Island Elementary School. The Councilman talked about his public service and ...

Councilman Loguercio Joins PSEGLI Volunteers at the Start of New Habitat for Humanity Home

Farmingville, NY - On November 12, Councilman Michael Loguercio (second from left) joined PSEGLI volunteers and Habitat for Humanity of Suffolk sponsors and partners to kick off the construction and renovation of a home for a veteran and their fa...

Supervisor Romaine Thanks JVC Broadcasting for Their Support of the Brookhaven INTERFACE Food Drive

Farmingville, NY - On November 23, Supervisor Ed Romaine stopped by ShopRite in Patchogue to make a donation and thank JVC Broadcasting for co-sponsoring the Brookhaven INTERFACE annual “Food Fight Against Hunger” food drive. JVC Broadcasting’s r...

Councilman Panico and Town Board Honors Boy Scout from Troop 221 in Manorville

Farmingville, NY - At the November 19 Town Board meeting, Councilman Dan Panico and the Town Board honored Eagle Scout candidate Stephen Hines for the work he recently completed at the Manorville Pine Barrens Trail Center. Thanks to his hard work...

Councilwoman Bonner Meets with Boy Scout from Troop 433

Farmingville, NY - On November 21, Councilmember Jane Bonner met at the Lake Panamoka Clubhouse with Sean Berry, a Boy Scout from Troop 433 in Middle Island. Councilmember Bonner discussed her work as a councilwoman and Sean asked questions about...

Weekly Farmers Market at Town Hall Will Open for Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly Farmers Market that takes place every Thursday afternoon in the lobby at Brookhaven Town Hall in Farmingville has been such a big success this summer and fall, it will be extended for the Thanksgiving and Christmas ...

Councilman Panico and Town Board Honor Girl Scout Service Unit 48 Super Squad

Farmingville, NY - At the November 19 Town Board Meeting, Councilman Dan Panico (fourth from right) and the Town Board honored Girl Scout Service Unit 48 Super Squad from Mastic. The squad was recognized for numerous volunteer and beatification p...

Councilman LaValle Celebrates Grand Opening of New Village Plaza in Centereach

Farmingville, NY - On November 2, Brookhaven Town Councilman Kevin LaValle (right) and Suffolk County Legislator Tom Muratore were on-hand to celebrate the grand opening ribbon cutting at New Village Plaza, located at 1707-1759 Middle Country Roa...

Supervisor Romaine, Councilman Panico and Assemblyman Thiele Congratulate Local Eagle Scouts

Farmingville, NY -  Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (third from left), Councilman Dan Panico (third from right) and NYS Assemblyman Fred Thiele (second from right) recently joined in congratulating Center Moriches Boy Scouts from Troop 414 ...

Councilmember Bonner Hosts Town Hall Meeting with Girl Scout Troop 2682 from Shoreham-Wading River

Farmingville, NY -  On October 22, Councilmember Jane Bonner welcomed Girl Scouts from Troop 2682 in Shoreham-Wading River to Town Hall. The group met in the Town Council conference room where Councilmember Bonner joined in a lively discussion ab...

Cartright to Co-Sponsor “The Effects of Substances of Abuse and Behaviors on the Teen Brain"

The presentation by Dr. Stephen Dewey on "The Effects of Substances of Abuse and Behaviors on the Adolescent Brain,” scheduled for tonight (October 24), has been postponed and will be rescheduled to a future date.

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Supervisor Romaine Attends Medford Fire Dept. 11th Annual Fire Prevention Open House Family Night

Farmingville, NY -  On October 11, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and ex-Chief and Fire Prevention Chairman, John A. Masem (right) joined hundreds of residents who attended the 11th Annual Fire Prevention Open House Family Night at the Medford Fire...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Annual INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive Begins October 15

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE Program’s Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive will run from October 15 to November 15. INTERFACE is a partnership between individua...

Brookhaven Councilman Dan Panico Announces Chess in the Park During Annual Fall Festival

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly Brookhaven Councilman Dan Panico invites individuals who attend the Annual Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches’ Fall Fair, being held on Saturday, October 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., along Main Street...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Cartright Celebrate 26th Annual Walk for Beauty in Stony Brook

Farmingville, NY - On October 6th, Supervisor Edward Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright celebrated the 26th Annual Walk for Beauty at the Stony Brook Village Center. All proceeds were donated to the Breast Cancer Research at Stony Broo...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau to Hold Timely and Meaningful Workshops in Honor of Red Ribbon Week

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau will sponsor two timely and meaningful events during Red Ribbon Week, held annually from October 23 through October 31. Red Ribbon Week was established by angered parents and yout...

Councilman LaValle to Co-Sponsor the Stony Brook Cancer Center Mobile Mammography Van at Brookhaven

No-cost mammograms offered on Friday, October 11

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly On Friday, October 11, the Stony Brook Cancer Center Mobile Mammography Van will make a special visit to Brookhaven Town Hall, to provide breast cancer screenings from...

Supervisor Romaine Honors SUNY Stony Brook Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly On September 30, Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) attended a reception at the Port Jefferson Country Club held during the 2019 Stony Brook Lacrosse Golf Classic. The event was held to honor the Stony Brook University ...

Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates Grand Opening of Due Baci Italian Restaurant in Port Jefferson

Farmingville, NY -  On September 25, Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Valerie Cartright (seventh from left) joined Port Jefferson Mayor Margot Garant (sixth from left) and members of the Chamber of Commerce of Port Jefferson to welcome Due Baci Itali...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Shoreham Resident Charles Sorrocco on His 100th Birthday

Farmingville, NY -  On September 23, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined family and friends of Charles Sorrocco to celebrate his 100th birthday at Lombardi’s restaurant in Middle Island. Mr. Sorrocco was born in Brooklyn on September 24, 19...

Councilman LaValle and Brookhaven Board Authorize Shared Service Agreement with Lake Grove Village

Farmingville, NY -  Brookhaven Councilman Kevin LaValle and the Town Board recently authorized an Intermunicipal Agreement for a shared services agreement with the Village of Lake Grove for the scanning and electronic storage of village records. ...

Brookhaven Takes Steps to Reduce Residents’ Energy Bills

Town Sets Public Hearing for Creation of Community Choice Aggregation Program

Farmingville, NY -  Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Town Board today took the first steps to create a program that could result in lower gas or electric rates f...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Announce Oyster Planting in North Shore Harbors

Farmingville, NY -  On September 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (center) joined staff from the Town’s Division of Environmental Protection as they prepared to plant 14,000 mature oysters in harbors along t...

Sup. Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Announce Reconstruction to Start on Mt. Sinai Harbor Jetties

Farmingville, NY -  On September 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner announced that work will begin soon on the reconstruction of the east and west jetties at the inlet of Mt. Sinai Harbor. State Senator Ken LaValle secured a $...

Councilwoman Cartright Installs Suffolk County Women’s Business Enterprise Coalition Officers

Farmingville, NY -  On September 12, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (left photo) was on-hand to install the officers of the Suffolk County Women’s Business Enterprise Coalition (SCWBEC) during their monthly meeting at Adephi Universi...

Town Honors Victims and First Responders at 9/11 Memorial Service at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY -  On September 11, Supervisor Ed Romaine led a memorial service to honor all the people who perished as a result of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and at Shanksville, Pennsylvania. The ceremony, wh...

Romaine Honors Grace Rizzi-Gallipoli as Italian-American of the Year at St. Liberata Festival

Farmingville, NY -  On September 7, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Councilman Neil Foley (left) honored Grace Rizzi-Gallipoli (center) for being named “Italian American of the Year” at the annual Italian Feast of Saint Libe...

Town Demolishes “Zombie House” on Hagerman Landing Road in Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY -  On September 4, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) were on-hand when the Town demolished a vacant and abandoned “zombie house” at 61 Hagerman Landing Road in Rocky Point. The ...

Cartright and Amistad L.I. Black Bar Association Highlight the Significance of the Amistad Replica

Farmingville, NY -  On Sunday September 1, 2019 Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (left photo,center), members of the Amistad Long Island Black Bar Association and many other civil rights and community leaders and members met at the Port Jefferso...

Town Fire Marshals Keep Shoppers and Employees Safer with Recent Big Box Store Inspections

22 summonses and 21 violations issued during holiday weekend action

Farmingville, NY -  On August 30, Brookhaven Town Fire Marshals visited 39 “big box” stores to assure they were in compliance with Town fire codes. As a result...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Salute “Proudly We Served” Author Mary Ann Fox

Farmingville, NY -  On September 4, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner visited VFW Fischer/Hewins Post 6249 in Rocky Point where they recognized Mary Ann Fox, who created the 112-page book “Proudly We Serve.” T...

NYSERDA to Host Offshore Wind Open House at Brookhaven Town Hall on September 17

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the New York State Energy Research and Development Agency (NYSERDA) Offshore Wind Team will host an open house event at Brookhaven Town Hall to discuss the State's efforts to advance of...

Moody’s Joins S&P in Giving Brookhaven Top Rating

Wall Street Firm Upgrades Rating to AAA Citing ‘Strong Management’

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine announced today that Moody’s Financial Services has upgraded the Town of Brookhaven to a AAA credit rating a...

Brookhaven Town Partners with Long Island Housing Partnership to Provide Affordable Housing

Farmingville, NY - On August 27, Brookhaven Town, working in conjunction with the Long Island Housing Partnership (LIHP), conducted a lottery at Brookhaven Town Hall to select 20 applicants who will be provided with an opportunity to purchase new...

Councilman Loguercio Recognizes Boy Scout from Troop 79 in Yaphank

Farmingville, NY - On August 19, Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) visited the gazebo on the corner of Main Street and Yaphank-Middle Island Road in Yaphank to thank Eagle Scout candidate Kyle Okon (left) for creating the “Yaphank Co...

Councilwoman Cartright Raises Awareness About Black Women's Equity Day

Farmingville, NY -  In honor of Black Women’s Equity Day, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright visited children in Suffolk County on August 21st to raise awareness about the enduring problem of pay inequality and its disproportionate effec...

Town Officials Celebrate “Family Fun Day” at Heritage Park in Mt. Sinai

Farmingville, NY -  On August 16, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright were on hand to celebrate “Family Fun Day” at Heritage Park in Mount Sinai. The event was the kick-off of a y...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Honor Hagerman FD at NYS Drill and Parade

Farmingville, NY -  On August 17, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) attended the 2019 New York State Drill and Parade hosted by the Hagerman Fire Department. During the event, the Supervisor and Councilman pres...

Dedicate East Patchogue Street in Honor of 9/11 First Responder Mark “Ski” Gajewski

Farmingville, NY -  On Saturday, August 17, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio officially dedicated a portion of Martha Avenue in East Patchogue as “Mark W. Gajewski Way.” Mr. Gajewski, a professional welde...

Councilman LaValle Accepts $1,000,000 from Senator Flanagan for Completion of Selden Park Complex

Farmingville, NY -  On August 13, Councilman Kevin LaValle (right) was at the Selden Park Complex on Boyle Road to accept a check for $1,000,000 from New York State Senator John Flanagan (left). The money will fund phase 3 at the park, which incl...

Town to Host “Kick the Habit” Free Smoking Cessation Program

Farmingville, NY -  To help residents quit smoking, the Town of Brookhaven will host the Suffolk County Department of Health’s six-week smoking cessation program beginning Tuesday, September 24. Meetings will be held from 6:00 pm to 7:3...

Supervisor Romaine Honors US Naval Academy Midshipmen at Port Jefferson Harbor

Farmingville, NY -  On August 9, Supervisor Ed Romaine was at Port Jefferson Harbor to honor the United States Naval Academy Midshipmen on their first ever visit to the north shore village. The 50 Midshipmen (male and female), who were on-board f...

Supervisor Romaine Celebrates Gordon Heights Day

Farmingville, NY - On August 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine joined hundreds of residents and guests at the annual Gordon Heights Day Picnic held at the Gordon Heights Children’s Park. Each year the Greater Gordon Heights Civic Association (G...

Hundreds Turn Out for National Night Out at William Floyd HS in Mastic Beach

Farmingville, NY -  On August 6, Supervisor Ed Romaine joined hundreds of residents at the annual National Night Out at William Floyd High School in Mastic Beach. This free, annual event promotes police-community relationships and neighborhood ca...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Attend Suffolk County PBA Picnic in Medford

Farmingville, NY -  Recently, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico joined Suffolk County Police Benevolent Association members, families and friends at their annual picnic held at Country Fair entertainment Park in Medford. Pictured le...

5th Annual “Run the Farm 4 Mile Challenge” on Saturday, August 17 to Benefit Bethel Hobbs Farm

Farmingville, NY -  Councilman Kevin LaValle has announced that he will co-sponsor the 5th Annual “Run the Farm 4 Mile Challenge” to be held on Saturday, August 17, starting at 9:00 am at Bethel Hobbs Farm in Centereach. All p...

Town celebrates the anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Farmingville, NY -  To mark the 29th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Supervisor Ed Romaine recently visited the office of the Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO) in Holtsville. The ADA ensures t...

More Than 1000 Attend National Night Out at Fireman’s Park in Ridge

Farmingville, NY -  On August 6, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Councilman Michael Loguercio co-hosted the annual National Night Out at Fireman’s Park in Ridge. This free, annual event promotes police-community rela...

Brookhaven Town Recognizes Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand

Farmingville, NY -  On August 5, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright stopped by the Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand to present a check and a Certificate of Appreciation for their efforts to raise money for the Stony Broo...

Supervisor Ed Romaine Joins Chamber in Welcoming Bloom Learning Center to Moriches

Farmingville, NY -  On Tuesday, August 6th, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) joined members of the Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches to officially cut the ribbon at Bloom Learning Center, located at 165 Montauk Highway in Moriches. ...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends the ‘Beach Bucket Brigade’ Clean-up at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai

Farmingville, NY - On August 2 and August 3, Councilwoman Jane Bonner participated in the “Beach Bucket Brigade” clean-up at Cedar Beach in Mt. Sinai. The “Beach Bucket Brigade” was created by 14-year-old sisters Cayla and Iris Rosenhagen as a pr...

Councilwoman Cartright Co-Sponsors ‘The Big Latch On’ at Percy Raynor Park

Farmingville, NY -  On August 2, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (back row, right) partnered with the Suffolk County Office of Women's Services, the Suffolk Breastfeeding Coalition, Stony Brook Women Infants and Children (WIC) and many other pa...

Councilman LaValle to Co-Host National Night Out at Centereach Pool Complex on August 6

Farmingville, NY - On Tuesday, August 6, Councilman Kevin LaValle, the Suffolk County Police Department’s 6th Precinct and the Middle Country Library will host the annual National Night Out at the Town of Brookhaven’s Centerea...

Councilman Loguercio Attends “Blessings in a Backpack” Fundraiser at Gray’s Hardware in Ridge

Farmingville, NY - On July 26, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) attended the “Blessings in a Backpack” Longwood Chapter Fundraiser at Gray’s Hardware in Ridge. The charitable organization packs bags of food for ov...

Councilman Loguercio Celebrates Bellport Day

Farmingville, NY - On July 27, Town Councilman and Bellport Chamber of Commerce member Michael Loguercio joined hundreds of people at the annual Bellport Day street festival. The event was hosted by the Bellport Chamber of Commerce, Bellport Fire...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Celebrate Middle Island 7-Eleven Store Groundbreaking

Farmingville, NY - On July 25, Supervisor Ed Romaine (fourth from left) and Councilman Michael Loguercio (fourth from right) were on-hand for the “golden shovel” groundbreaking ceremony of the new 7-Eleven store to be located ...

Councilman Loguercio Honors Navy Veteran at Daughters of the American Revolution Event in Yaphank

Farmingville, NY - On July 27, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) attended a Daughters of the American Revolution-Colonel Josiah Smith Chapter event held at the Swezey-Avey House in Yaphank. The Councilman was there to present a proclamation on ...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Girl Scout Silver Award Honorees from Troop 2842 in Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY -  On July 20, Councilwoman Bonner visited Girl Scout Troop 2842 at the community garden they created to fulfil the requirements for their Girl Scout Silver Award. Eve Hald, Jordan Chirvas, Madelyn Knopfke, Victoria Pelosi, and A...

Brookhaven Extends Hrs. for Beaches, Pools This Weekend to Help Residents Stay Cool During Heat Wave

Farmingville, NY -  In response to the heat predicted for this weekend, Brookhaven Town will be extending hours for all beaches and pools this weekend, July 20 - 21. Town pools at Centereach and Holtsville will be open from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. O...

Councilwoman Bonner Welcomes Mercado Family into New Habitat for Humanity Home in Sound Beach

Farmingville, NY -  On July 12, Councilwoman Bonner welcomed the Mercado family to their new home in Sound Beach. The house was recently renovated by volunteers working with Habitat for Humanity of Suffolk, an international, nongovernmental, and ...

Councilwoman Bonner and Sheriff Toulon Announce National Night Out at Fireman’s Park in Ridge

Farmingville, NY -  On August 6, the Town of Brookhaven will co-sponsor the Suffolk County Sheriff’s ‘National Night Out’ event at Fireman’s Park, 724 Middle Country Road in Ridge. National Night Out is an ...

Councilman Dan Panico Thanks Beautification Committee

Farmingville, NY -  On Thursday, July 11th, Brookhaven Town Councilman Dan Panico presented a Certificate of Recognition to members of the William Floyd Community Summit Beautification Committee for their efforts in securing a bronze decorative s...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Street Naming Ceremony of Late NYPD Sergeant

Farmingville, NY -  On June 15, Councilman Michael Loguercio had the honor and privilege to take part in the Street Naming Ceremony of the late NYPD Sergeant, Paul M. Ferrara.Sergeant Ferrara gave his all to his family, the 110th Police Precinct,...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Bellport Fire Department’s 1st Annual Classic Car Show

Farmingville, NY -  On June 30, Councilman Michael Loguercio attended Bellport Fire Department’s 1st Annual Classic Car show held on South Country Road in Bellport.Over 150 cars participated, along with countless folks who strolled alon...

Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates the 4th of July in District 1

Farmingville, NY -  On July 4, 2019, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright celebrated Independence Day at the annual Port Jefferson community parade which featured numerous local fire departments, civic, chamber, fraternal and community service organ...

Councilman Loguercio Congratulates Eagle Scout Devin James Sullivan

Farmingville, NY -  On June 23, Councilman Michel Loguercio (right) attended the Court of Honor ceremony for new Eagle Scout Devin James Sullivan from Boy Scout Troop 433. Devin is a Junior at Longwood High School who has dedicated over 200 hours...

Supervisor Romaine Urges Boaters to Obey the Law and Use Pump-Out Stations and Pump-Out Boats

Farmingville, NY -  The summer boating season is upon us and Supervisor Ed Romaine is spearheading a Town wide campaign reminding boaters to properly dispose of boat sewage at Town marina pumping stations, pump boats and barges. Brookhaven is a f...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Cartright Celebrate Ribbon Cutting of Setauket Fire Department

Farmingville, NY -  On June 23, Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright attended the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Setauket Fire Department’s new Headquarters Building on the corner of Old Town Road and...

Councilwoman Bonner Recognizes Mount Sinai-Miller Place Chamber Alliance Scholarship Winners

Farmingville, NY -  On June 19, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Mount Sinai-Miller Place Chamber Alliance Scholarship Dinner at TD Bank in Mount Sinai. The event was held to honor scholarship winners Mackenzie Roach from Miller Place and Jo...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Cartright Celebrate Ribbon Cutting Village Chabad

Farmingville, NY -  On June 23, Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright attended the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Village Chabad Center for Jewish Life & Learning located at 360 Nicolls Road in East Setauket...

Councilwoman Bonner Announces the Lyme Disease Education Program

Farmingville, NY -  On August 9, the Town of Brookhaven will be visited by the Lyme Education Tour hosted by the Lyme Education Awareness Foundation (LEAF). Lyme Disease is the fastest growing vector-borne illness in the world, affecting hundreds...

Councilwoman Bonner Announces the ‘Beach Bucket Brigade’ Beach Clean-up at Cedar Beach in Mt. Sinai

Farmingville, NY -  On Friday, August 2 and Saturday, August 3, Councilwoman Jane Bonner, the Town of Brookhaven and 14-year old sisters Cayla and Iris will present the “Beach Bucket Brigade” beach clean-up at Cedar Beach in M...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 64 in Coram

Farmingville, NY -  On June 23, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) attended the Court of Honor ceremony for new Eagle Scout Jeremy Wilder from Boy Scout Troop 64 in Coram. The event was held at the Coram Fire Department in Coram. Jeremy completed h...

Councilwoman Bonner Recognizes Mount Sinai-Miller Place Chamber Alliance Scholarship Winners

Farmingville, NY -  On June 19, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Mount Sinai-Miller Place Chamber Alliance Scholarship Dinner at TD Bank in Mount Sinai. The event was held to honor scholarship winners Mackenzie Roach from Miller Place and Jo...

“WAR On Addiction Rally” to be held at LICH Amphitheater During July 4th Celebration

Farmingville, NY -  On July 4, Councilwoman Jane Bonner, the Town of Brookhaven, JVC Broadcasting, the Reitzig family and Hope House Ministries will present the “WAR on Addiction Rally” in loving memory of Billy Reitzig of Mil...

Town Celebrates the 154th Anniversary of the End of Slavery at “Juneteenth” Event at the Historic Lo

Farmingville, NY -  On June 15, Councilman Michael Loguercio (third from left), Supervisor Ed Romaine (fourth from left) and Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (second from right) attended the Town of Brookhaven’s annual Juneteenth Celeb...

Standard & Poors Global Re-Affirms Town’s AAA Credit Rating and Stable Outlook

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that S&P Global has assigned the Town of Brookhaven its AAA credit rating and stable outlook to the Town’s upcoming Bond Sale later this month that will refinance the Town&...

Sunshine Prevention Center Moving Forward and Graduation Ceremony

Farmingville, NY -  On June 9, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right), Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (center) and Town Clerk Donna Lent (left) attended the Sunshine Alternative Education and Prevention Center’s 2017 Moving Forward and Gradua...

Supervisor Ed Romaine Attends Flag Day Celebration at Dayton Avenue Elementary School in Manorville

Farmingville, NY -  On June 14, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (at podium) was a guest speaker during the annual Flag Day celebration at Dayton Avenue Elementary School in Manorville. He was joined by members of the Suffolk County Police D...

5th Annual Jake Engel Hoops for Hope Barbecue and Basketball Tournament Fundraiser at Cedar Beach

Farmingville, NY -  – Councilwoman Jane Bonner has announced that the Town of Brookhaven will co-sponsor the 5th annual Jake Engel “Hoops for Hope Barbecue” basketball tournament at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai on Frid...

Stony Brook Cancer Center Mobile Mammography Van at Diamond in the Pines Park

Farmingville, NY -  On Saturday, June 29, the Stony Brook Cancer Center Mobile Mammography Van will make a special visit to Diamond in the Pines Park in Coram to provide breast cancer screenings from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. This service, co-sponsore...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 244 in Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY -  On June 15, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) attended the Court of Honor ceremony for new Eagle Scout Andrew Freund from Boy Scout Troop 244 in Rocky Point. The event was held at the Brookhaven Volunteer Firefighters Museum in ...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates the Blessing of the Fleet at the Mount Sinai Yacht Club

Farmingville, NY -  On June 9, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Blessing of the Fleet at the Mount Sinai Yacht Club (MSYC). This annual event in Mount Sinai Harbor began with a continental breakfast followed by a boat parade and the blessing...

Sound Beach Civic Association Meeting to Honor Meeting to Honor Member Helen Voisey

Farmingville, NY -  On June 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended a meeting of the Sound Beach Civic Association (SBCA) where they presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Helen Voisey, in recognition of her volunteeri...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 560 in Coram

Farmingville, NY -  On June 8, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Boy Scout Troop 560 at the Coram Fire Headquarters. During the event, Councilwoman Bonner congratulated the scouts for the achievement and present...

Councilwoman Bonner Works to Raise Awareness for the Grassroots Self Direction Program

Farmingville, NY -  On June 4, Councilwoman Jane Bonner visited Carrabba’s Italian Grill in Smithtown to thank Grassroots Self Direction program and generate awareness for their work with special needs people. Grassroots Self Direction ...

Brookhaven Officials Attend LGBT Network Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Farmingville, NY -  On May 31, Councilman Michael Loguercio (second from left), Town Clerk Donna Lent (center), Councilwoman Valerie Cartright (fourth from right) and Councilman Neil Foley (right) joined the LGBT Network of Hauppauge for the gran...

Councilman Loguercio Speaks at Birchwood at Spring Lake Veterans Club

Farmingville, NY -  On June 1, Councilman Loguercio was a guest speaker at the Birchwood at Spring Lake Veterans Club meeting in Middle Island. The Councilman answered questions, provided community updates and shared future events scheduled throu...

Councilman Loguercio is Guest Speaker at Coram Civic Association Meeting

Farmingville, NY -  Recently, Councilman Loguercio (back row, second from left) attended the Coram Civic Association meeting held at the Coram Fire Department headquarters. Councilman Loguercio, a frequent attendee of the group’s meetin...

Councilwoman Cartright Opens Three Village Artisan and Farmers’ Market Season

Farmingville, NY -  On May 31, 2019 Councilwoman Valerie Cartright helped launch the Artisan & Farmers’ Market located at the Three Village Historical Society. The ribbon cutting ceremony was well attended by enthusiastic friends and supporte...

Town Tax Receiver Op-Ed: STAR Rebate shell game?

Farmingville, NY -  As Receiver of Taxes in Brookhaven Township my staff and I are often asked by taxpayers to explain the various tax exemptions they may qualify for in an effort to reduce their property tax burden. While it’s true my ...

Town of Brookhaven and LI Farm Bureau Open the Weekly Farmers Market at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine is pleased to announce the weekly Farmers Market at Brookhaven Town Hall in Farmingville is open every Thursday afternoon, beginning now through October. This weekly NYS Agriculture & Markets sanction...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Coram Fire Department Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY -  On June 1, Councilman Michael Loguercio (pictured at left) attended the Coram Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at Land’s End Caterers in Sayville. At the event, the Councilman honored the member...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates Grand Opening of the Maui Chop House in Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY -  On May 21, Councilman Jane Bonner (right) joined the Rocky Point Sound Beach Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting at the new Maui Chop House located at 49 Route 25A in Rocky Point. This new res...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Mount Sinai Civic Officers Swearing-in Ceremony

Farmingville, NY -  On June 3, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the monthly meeting of the Mount Sinai Civic Association where she had the opportunity to swear in the new officers. The ceremony was held at the Heritage Trust Community Center in ...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Elaine Faith Thompson in Recognition of National Art Award from DAR

Farmingville, NY -  On June 1, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) was on hand to present a proclamation to Elaine Faith Thompson (center), who has been recognized by the Colonel Josiah Smith Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution with a Na...

Sup. Romaine Recognizes New Eagle Scouts at Court of Honor for Boy Scout Troop 161 in Shoreham

Farmingville, NY -  On June 1, Supervisor Ed Romaine attended the Court of Honor Ceremonies for Boy Scouts of America Troop 161 of Shoreham. The ceremony was held at St. John the Baptist RC Church in Wading River. The Supervisor presented each ne...

Town Ch. Fire Marshal Partners with SUNY Farmingdale Students on Construction Design Course Project

Farmingville, NY -  For the fifth consecutive year, Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Town of Brookhaven Fire Marshal’s office has partnered with SUNY Farmingdale’s Architecture and Construction Management students to assist in th...

Councilman Loguercio Participates in the Annual Ridge Memorial Day Parade

Farmingville, NY -  On Saturday, May 11, 2019, Councilman Loguercio marched with his fellow brothers and sisters from Ridge Fire Department during the Annual Memorial Day Parade in Ridge. Every year the Ridge Civic Association, along with the Rid...

Frank J. Carasiti Elementary School to Send “Lunchbags of Love” to Military Serving Overseas

Farmingville, NY -  On May 27, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (back row, center) visited the Frank J. Carasiti Elementary School in Rocky Point to help students prepare and mail out “Lunchbags of Love” to members of the military who...

Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau Participates in Mental Health Awareness Month

Farmingville, NY -  May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. This recognition started 70 years ago as a means of raising awareness about mental health conditions and the importance of good mental health for everyone. During the month of May...

Councilwoman Cartright Attends Port Jefferson Yacht Club’s 2019 Commissioning Ceremony

Farmingville, NY -  On May 19, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended the Port Jefferson Yacht Club’s 2019 Commissioning Ceremony at their Port Jefferson Harbor location. The annual ceremony includes the Blessing of the Fleet, Intro...

Councilwoman Cartright Attends Memorial Day Ceremony at the Brookhaven Volunteer Firefighters Museum

Farmingville, NY -  On May 19, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (at podium) joined the Memorial Day services at the Brookhaven Volunteer Firefighters Museum in Ridge, a not-for-profit organization that educates visitors about the history of volu...

Councilman Foley Honors Patchogue-Medford High School Students of the Month for May and June

Farmingville, NY -  On May 22, Councilman Neil Foley visited Patchogue-Medford High School to honor the Students of the Month for May and June. Pictured first with Councilman Foley are the May honorees, juniors Nicole Garcia (right) and Eliana Go...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Join Forces with “End Drowning Now” to Save Lives

Farmingville, NY -  Heading into Memorial Day weekend, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico marked the unofficial start of the summer season with “End Drowning Now” founder Bobby Hazen to produce a water safety vide...

Councilman Loguercio Joins Community in Support of Longwood Day and Relay for Life

Farmingville, NY -  On May 11, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left photo, left) attended the Longwood Day and Relay for Life at Longwood High School. The events were held in conjunction with each other, and the community came out to once again sup...

Supervisor Romaine Speaks with Students at Longwood Middle School “Career Expo”

Farmingville, NY -  On May 16, Supervisor Ed Romaine was a guest speaker at the Longwood Middle School’s “Career Expo,” where he spoke about his life in government and his current role as Brookhaven Town Supervisor. ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Foley Celebrate Patchogue’s Grace AME Zion Church’s 100th Ann.

Farmingville, NY -  On May 18, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Neil Foley were guests at the Grace AME Zion Church’s 100th anniversary celebration held at the Holbrook Country Club. During the event, the church was presented with a...

Supervisor Romaine Honors New Eagle Scout from Troop 221 in Manorville

Farmingville, NY -  On May 19, Supervisor Ed Romaine attended the Court of Honor Ceremony for Boy Scout Troop 221 at the Manorville Fire Department headquarters. During the event, the Supervisor presented a proclamation to new Eagle Scout Max Car...

Councilman Loguercio Joins South Country Community Leadership Network for “Extreme Yard Clean-up”

Farmingville, NY -  On May 11, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) joined volunteers to work on the "South Country Community Leadership Network Extreme Yard Clean-up." Each year, the group provides yard clean ups for select residents in...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates Military Appreciation Month with Car Donation to Local Veteran

Farmingville, NY -  On May 14, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (second from left) was at Caliber Collision in Rocky Point to celebrate May as Military Appreciation Month. To commemorate the occasion, a local U.S. Army Veteran, Ludmilla Lamothe, was pres...

Rocky Point Lions Club and 4th Grade Foresters Plant Trees on Arbor Day

Farmingville, NY -  Recently, Supervisor Ed Romaine (back row, right) and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (back row, center) joined the Rocky Point Lions Club and the Fourth Grade Foresters Program to revitalize Arbor Day at our local schools. Over 900 ...

Councilwoman Bonner Meets with Boy Scout Troop 244 from Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY -  On May 14, Councilwoman Jane Bonner was at Joseph E. Edgar Intermediate School in Rocky Point to meet with Boy Scouts from Troop 244. During the meeting, Councilwoman Bonner shared her experiences as a Town Councilwoman and an...

Councilwoman Bonner Thanks Shellfish Program Volunteers at Town’s Mt. Sinai Harbor Mariculture Fac.

Farmingville, NY -  On May 11, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (front row, second from right) joined Town staff, volunteers and Stony Brook University students at the Town’s Mariculture facility at Mount Sinai Harbor. They were there to help d...

Romaine and Loguercio Celebrate Public Storage Facility Grand Opening in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY -  On May 13, Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio attended the grand opening and ribbon cutting for the new Public Storage Facility on Middle Country Road in Middle Island. Also in attendance was Gai...

Councilman Loguercio Emcees Central Brookhaven Lions Club Fundraiser

Farmingville, NY -  On May 10, Councilman Loguercio (pictured) once again emceed the Central Brookhaven Lions Club Fundraiser held at the Coram Fire Department. The room was jam-packed with community members looking to help support some great loc...

Councilman Loguercio Hosts the Annual Clergy Appreciation Breakfast

Farmingville, NY -  On May 9, Councilman Michael Loguercio hosted his Annual “Clergy Appreciation Breakfast,” at Town Hall. This event is a wonderful opportunity to say thank you for all that our clergy members do in supportin...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Celebrate Nurse Appreciation Day at St. Charles Hospital

Farmingville, NY -  On May 6, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio celebrated “Nurses Appreciation Day” at St. Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson. They presented a proclamation recognizing the dedication of n...

Councilman Loguercio Attends “Blessings in a Backpack” Longwood Chapter Fundraiser

Farmingville, NY -  On May 4, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) attended the “Blessings in a Backpack” Longwood Chapter Fundraiser at Country Fair Entertainment Park in Medford. As an annual sponsor for the event, the Counci...

Supervisor Romaine and Loguercio Celebrate Heart and Health Medical Mobile Unit Ribbon Cutting

Farmingville, NY -  On May 6, Supervisor Ed Romaine (fifth from right) and Councilman Michael Loguercio (sixth from left) were in Middle Island to celebrate the unveiling of the new Heart and Health Medical Mobile Unit. This innovative vehicle de...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates Grand Opening of Redefine Fitness in Mt. Sinai

Farmingville, NY -  On May 4, Councilman Jane Bonner (center) joined the Mount Sinai Miller Place Chamber Alliance to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting at the new Redefine Fitness located at 5507 Nesconset Highway in Mount Sinai. Thi...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Mount Sinai Fire Department at Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY -  OOn May 4, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Mount Sinai Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at Villa Lombardi’s in Holbrook to honor the company’s members for their service to the Mo...

Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates Life at 25th Annual Families Walk for Hope in Port Jefferson

Farmingville, NY -  On May 4, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (fifth from left) joined hundreds of walkers to raise money for the Fortunato Breast Health Center and breast cancer services at Mather Hospital’s 25th annual Families Walk...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Attend Gordon Heights FD Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY -  On May 4, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) attended the Gordon Heights Fire Department Annual Installation Dinner at Villa Lombardi in Holbrook. At the ceremony, the Supervisor and Councilm...

Supervisor Romaine Attends South Country Ambulance Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY -  On May 4, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilman Michael Loguercio and Tax Receiver Lou Marcoccia attended the South Country Community Ambulance Company’s Annual Installation of Officers Dinner at East Wind Long Island in Wading Ri...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Foley Attend Domino Yacht Club’s Annual Commodore’s Breakfast

Farmingville, NY -  On May 5, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Neil Foley joined club members, guests and other elected officials for the annual Commodore’s Breakfast at the Domino Yacht Club in East Patchogue. The club, established...

Supervisor Romaine and Town Board Honor “Team Eva” During “7 Marathons in 7 Days” Stop at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY -  On May 2, Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) and the Town Council honored Eva Casale (center) and her “Team Eva” colleagues at Town Hall during her ”7 Marathons in 7 Days” run to raise funds...

Councilman Loguercio, Councilman LaValle and Town Board Waive Pooch Pass Fees for Town Dog Parks

Farmingville, NY -  The Brookhaven Town Board recently adopted a resolution co-sponsored by Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) and Councilman Kevin LaValle (right) to waive the yearly “Pooch Pass” fees. The Pooch Pass allows ...

LIRR Grade Crossing Rehabilitation Scheduled for East Patchogue and East Moriches

Farmingville, NY -  To complete grade crossing rehabilitation and in response to community concern, paving is scheduled on the LIRR's Montauk Branch in the following area:EAST PATCHOGUE – South Country Road CrossingMonday, May 6, from 7...

New Patchogue River Jetty and Lighthouse are Ready for the 2019 Summer Boating Season

Farmingville, NY -  On April 30, Supervisor Ed Romaine was joined by Town Councilman Neil Foley and Patchogue Village Mayor Paul Pontieri to make their inspection of the new Patchogue River jetty and lighthouse at the Town’s Sandspit Ma...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Salute Veterans at “Proudly We Served” Event in Ridge

Farmingville, NY –  On April 28, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended a presentation of “Proudly We Served” at Leisure Glen in Ridge. The event was organized by Mary Ann Fox, who created the 11...

Bonner Joins Volunteers at the Ann. William Waltz Mt. Sinai Harbor and Cedar Beach Clean Up

Farmingville, NY –  On April 27, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (front row, center) joined the Mount Sinai Harbor Advisory Committee and more than 100 local community volunteers for the annual William Waltz Mount Sinai Harbor and Cedar Beach ...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends World T’ai Chi and Qigong Day at Diamond in the Pines Park

Farmingville, NY –  On April 27, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended World T’ai Chi and Qigong Day at the Town of Brookhaven’s Diamond in the Pines Park in Coram. World T’ai Chi and Qigong Day educates people...

Councilwoman Bonner Joins Volunteers at Wading River-Shoreham Earth Day Clean Up

Farmingville, NY –  On April 28, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (back row, center) was on hand with volunteers of all ages at the Wading River Shoreham Chamber of Commerce sponsored Earth Day Clean Up. The event was kicked-off at the Shoppes ...

Town Dedicates Plaque at Davis Meeting House in Coram

Farmingville, NY –  On April 27, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Councilman Michael Loguercio attended the dedication of a plaque at the entrance of the Davis Town Meeting House located on Middle Country Road in Cora...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Members of the Selden Fire Department at Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY -  On April 27, Supervisor Ed Romaine (pictured) attended the Selden Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. At the event, he honored the members of the department, includi...

Councilman Dan Panico Participates in Harlem Wizard Fundraiser for William Floyd School District

Farmingville, NY –  On April 12, Brookhaven Town Councilman Dan Panico (left photo, center) participated in the Harlem Wizards basketball fundraiser held in the William Floyd High School gymnasium. The event was held to benefit the John...

Councilman Loguercio Announces Success of Paper Shredding, E-Waste Drive and Drug Take Back Event

Farmingville, NY –  Councilman Michael Loguercio held his first recycling event of the year at the Longwood Middle School in Middle Island on April 13. Despite the rain the event was a success that brought in well over 150 residents who...

Town Demolishes Long Vacant and Abandoned Coram Swap and Shop

Farmingville, NY –  On April 22, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (fourth from left), Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) and members of the Coram Civic Association were on-hand when the Town demolished the vacant and abandoned Swap and Shop on...

5th Annual Sarcoidosis of Long Island Awareness Walk at Heritage Park in Mt. Sinai

Farmingville, NY –  On April 20, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (second row, third from left) joined State Senator Ken LaValle (second row, third from right), residents, community leaders, friends and families who participated in the 5th Annu...

LIRR Grade Crossing Rehabilitation Scheduled for Patchogue on Tuesday April 23

Farmingville, NY –  To complete grade crossing rehabilitation and in response to community concern, renewal/paving is scheduled on the LIRR's Montauk Branch in the following area:VILLAGE OF PATCHOGUE – South Ocean AvenueTuesda...

Councilman Foley Honors Patchogue-Medford High School Students of the Month for April

Farmingville, NY –  On April 17, Councilman Neil Foley (center) visited Patchogue-Medford High School to honor the Students of the Month of April. Pictured with Councilman Foley are Juniors Jillian Shelbourne (left) and Reno Micros (right). Counc...

Tax Collection and Flag Drop Off Boxes at Town Hall and Tax Collection at Rose Caracappa Senior Ctr.

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town Receiver of Taxes Louis Marcoccia is pleased to announce there is a secure after-hours drop box for tax payments located at the entrance to Town Hall. Mr. Marcoccia advises that the drop off box is av...

Councilwoman Bonner Joins the Fun at the Ridge Civic Association Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Farmingville, NY –  On April 13, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined in with many families from the community for the Ridge Civic Association’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Ridge Park. It was an enjoyable time for the children who jo...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors New Eagle Scouts from Troop 1776 of Mount Sinai

Farmingville, NY –  On April 14, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) honored Boy Scouts from Troop 1776 during the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at Mount Sinai High School. Pictured left to right with Councilwoman Bonner are Jos...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Members of the Sound Beach FD at their Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On April 13, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) attended Sound Beach Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at East Wind Long Island in Wading River where she honored the company’s members for ...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends “Zero Waste Event” at the Coram Fire Department

Farmingville, NY –  On April 13, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) celebrated Earth Day a week early at the Coram Fire Department’s “Zero Waste Event.” The Councilwoman was there to show her support for the ...

Councilman Loguercio Joins the Fun at the Ridge Civic Association Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Farmingville, NY –  On April 13, Councilman Michael Loguercio (pictured) joined with many families in the community for the Ridge Civic Association’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt. This annual event is hosted by the Ridge Civic Assoc...

Solar Panel Installation Moving Forward at Brookhaven Calabro Airport

Farmingville, NY –  On April 12, Supervisor Ed Romaine visited Brookhaven Calabro Airport to assess the progress of the solar panel installation at the future Renewable Energy Generating Facility. Upon completion in August 2019, the sit...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Yaphank Fire Department Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On April 6, Councilman Michael Loguercio (pictured) attended the Yaphank Fire Department Installation Dinner at the Watermill in Smithtown. At the event, he honored the incoming and outgoing officers. Each was presen...

Councilman Loguercio attends Bellport Fire Department Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On April 6, Councilman Michael Loguercio attended the Bellport Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at the Bellport Country Club. During the ceremony, the Councilman acknowledged the volunteer depar...

Councilman Loguercio Hosts Civic Leader Appreciation Breakfast

Farmingville, NY –  On Thursday, April 4, Councilman Michael Loguercio hosted his annual Civic Appreciation Breakfast at Town Hall. Each year the Councilman invites the Civic Leaders from Council District 4 to Town Hall to thank them al...

Town Recognizes Education and Sharing Day with Rabbi Mendy Goldberg

Farmingville, NY –  On April 3, Supervisor Ed Romaine and members of the Town Board met with Rabbi Mendy Goldberg to recognize Education and Sharing Day in the Town of Brookhaven. Rabbi Goldberg is the Associate Director of the Lubavitc...

Councilwoman Bonner and Assemblyman Palumbo to Co-host NARCAN Training Event in RP on April 25

Farmingville, NY –  On Thursday, April 25, Councilwoman Jane Bonner will co-host a NARCAN training event with New York State Assemblyman Anthony Palumbo and Community Action for Social Justice (CASJ) from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the VFW Hall, 109 K...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Ridge Fire Department Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On March 23, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left at podium) attended the Ridge Fire Department Installation Dinner at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. During the ceremony, he spoke as an active member of the Rid...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Brookhaven FD Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On March 23, Councilman Michael Loguercio attended the Brookhaven Fire Department’s annual installation dinner held at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. The Councilman is a long-time member of the Ridg...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends VFW “Voice of Democracy” Essay Contest Awards Ceremony at Post 6249

Farmingville, NY –  On March 26, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the 2018-2019 Voice of Democracy Essay Contest Awards Ceremony at VFW Post 6249 in Medford. Every year, the Veterans of Foreign Wars holds the contest to give high schoo...

Supervisor Romaine and Town Board Recognize Greek Independence Day

Farmingville, NY –  At the March 27 Town Board Meeting, Supervisor Ed Romaine (back row, center) and the Town Board met with members of the Greek-American community to recognize Greek Independence Day (March 25) in the Town of Brookhave...

Councilman Loguercio Installs New Brookhaven Fire Chiefs Council Officers

Farmingville, NY –  On March 24, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) attended the Brookhaven Town Fire Chiefs Council’s Annual Installation Brunch at Majestic Gardens in Rocky Point. At the event, the Councilman, who serves as...

Councilman Foley Honors Patchogue-Medford High School Students of the Month for March

Farmingville, NY –  On March 27, Councilman Neil Foley (center) visited Patchogue-Medford High School to honor the Students of the Month for February. Pictured with Councilman Foley are juniors Wilson Granados (left) and Lizbeth Chacon ...

Councilman Loguercio Delivers Old American Flags to VFW Post 8300 in East Patchogue

Farmingville, NY –  On March 21, Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) visited VFW Post 8300 in East Patchogue to drop off several old and tattered flags that his office recently received. The Councilman wanted to make sure that the flag...

Councilman Loguercio Attends Bellport HS Career Day

Farmingville, NY –  On March 25, Councilman Michael Loguercio attended Bellport High School’s annual Career Day. During the event, the Councilman spoke with students from grades 10-12 who stopped to visit his table. The studen...

Town Installs Emergency Access Gate at Birchwood at Spring Lake in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY –  Councilman Michael Loguercio continues to work together with the residents of Birchwood at Spring Lake Community and the Board of the Homeowner’s Association to address any concerns of the residents in the ...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Times Beacon Record 2018 People of the Year

Farmingville, NY –  On March 24, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (back row, second from right) attended the 43rd Annual Times Beacon Record News Media “People of the Year in Brookhaven” reception at the Three Village Inn in...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Ridge Fire Department Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On March 23, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Ridge Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. At the ceremony, the Councilwoman acknowledged the volunteer department members fo...

Receiver of Taxes Louis Marcoccia Announces Collection Program at Rose Caracappa Senior Center

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town Receiver of Taxes Louis Marcoccia is pleased to announce that offsite tax collection will be available at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mount Sinai.Wednesday, May 29, 2019 Rose Caracappa Senior ...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day at Miller Place-Rocky Point Parade

Farmingville, NY –  On March 17, Councilwoman Jane Bonner celebrated St. Patrick’s Day by marching in the 69th Annual Miller Place-Rocky Point St. Patrick’s Day Parade, sponsored by the Friends of St. Patrick. The pa...

Councilman Loguercio Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 187 in Ridge

Farmingville, NY –  On March 16, Councilman Michael Loguercio honored William Henry Langan from Troop 187 during the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at the Middle Island Presbyterian Church in Ridge. William’s Eagle S...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Royal Court of the Miller Place-Rocky Point St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Farmingville, NY –  On March 8, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the annual Friends of St. Patrick Luck of the Irish Casino Night held at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. She was there to honor the newly crowned Queen, Royal Court, and Gra...

Councilman Panico Installs Officers of the Manorville Ambulance Company

Farmingville, NY –  Recently, Councilman Dan Panico (right) attended the 45th annual installation ceremony for Manorville Ambulance Company where they congratulated newly installed officers while thanking outgoing officers for their ded...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates AT&T Wireless Ribbon Cutting in Miller Place

Farmingville, NY –  On March 9, Councilwoman Jane Bonner celebrated the ribbon cutting at the new AT&T Wireless store located in the Aliano Shopping Center, 725 Route 25A in Miller Place. Pictured left to right are Tammy Zena Evans;...

Town to Hold Annual Spring Blood Drive on April 25 at Town Hall in Farmingville

Farmingville, NY –  On April 25, Brookhaven Town will hold its Annual Spring Blood Drive from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm in the second-floor auditorium at Town Hall, One Independence Hill in Farmingville. The event is co-sponsored by the Town a...

Councilman Panico Installs Mastic Beach Ambulance Company Officers

Farmingville, NY –  Councilman Dan Panico (right) recently attended the installation ceremony for the Mastic Beach Ambulance Company held at East Wind Long Island in Wading River. During the event, he congratulated newly installed offic...

Romaine, Panico and Marcoccia Honor Cnt. Moriches St. Patrick’s Day Parade GM Art Gerhauser

Farmingville, NY –  On March 8, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilman Dan Panico and Receiver of Taxes Lou Marcoccia honored Arthur Gerhauser for being named Grand Marshall of the Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. The ev...

Supervisor Romaine and Town Board Urge NYS Legislature to Make Permanent Property Tax Cap

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine and the entire Town Board have sent a letter to New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie urging them to make the state’s property ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Celebrate Grand Opening of “Only the Best Salon”

Farmingville, NY –  On February 16, Supervisor Ed Romaine (second from right) and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) celebrated the Grand Opening for the new “Only the Best Salon” located at Solista Salon Suites on Rou...

Councilman Panico Honors Champion Wrestlers from Eastport South Manor HS

Farmingville, NY – At the February 28 Town Board meeting, Councilman Dan Panico and the Town Board honored members of the Eastport South Manor High School varsity wrestling team. These outstanding athletes were recognized for their achi...

LaValle Honors Bryan Karp from RE/MAX Eastern Properties as February Business of the Month in CD 3

Farmingville, NY –  At the February 28 Town Board meeting, Councilman Kevin LaValle (fourth from right) honored Brian Karp (center) from RE/MAX Eastern Properties in Ronkonkoma for being named Business of the Month for February in Council Distric...

Town Opens New Public Safety Communications Center

Farmingville, NY –  On February 27, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilwoman Jane Bonner, Public Safety Commissioner John Meehan and Chief Fire Marshal Christopher Mehrman announced the official opening of the Town’s new Public Saf...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Elder Jerome Smith from City Sounds Music

Farmingville, NY –  On February 23, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) visited the Mastic Moriches Shirley Community Library to honor Jerome “City” Smith (right), Musical Director and CEO of “City Sounds Music.&a...

Councilwoman Bonner Meets at Town Hall with Cub Scouts from Sound Beach

Farmingville, NY – On February 13, Councilwoman Jane Bonner welcomed Cub Scouts from Den 3, Pack 204 in Sound Beach to Brookhaven Town Hall. The scouts visited with the Councilwoman to learn about Town government and her responsibilitie...

Councilman Loguercio Celebrates Black History at Gordon Heights Fire Department Event

Farmingville, NY – On February 16, Councilman Michael Loguercio (center) was at the Gordon Heights Fire Department headquarters to celebrate the 2nd Annual Black History Program. The evening brought together many members, young and old ...

Councilman Loguercio and Town Board Declare “Burn Awareness Week” in Brookhaven Town

Farmingville, NY –  At the February 14 Town Board Meeting, Councilman Loguercio and the Town Board were joined by local firemen and nurses from Stony Brook University Hospital to declare “Burn Awareness Week” in the Town of Brookhaven. National B...

Councilman LaValle Presents the Council District 3 2019 Summer of Activities Series

Councilman Kevin LaValle has announced the 2019 Summer of Activities Series in Council District 3. The events, presented by the Councilman and the Town of Brookhaven Department of Parks, Recreation & Sports and Cultural Resources, start with the Pickl...

LaValle Honors Michael Pam’s Black Belt Champions as January Business of the Month in CD 3

Farmingville, NY –  At the January 31 Town Board meeting, Councilman Kevin LaValle honored Michael Pam’s Black Belt Champions in Centereach for being named Business of the Month for January in Council District 3. The award is ...

Councilman Loguercio Meets with Girl Scouts from Troop 1386 in Medford

Farmingville, NY –  On January 23, Councilman Michael Loguercio met with Girl Scouts from Troop 1386 at Eagle Elementary School in Medford to discuss local issues and what it means to be a good citizen. The girls interviewed the Council...

Councilmember Bonner Meets with Girl Scout Troop 880 from Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY –  On January 28, Councilmember Jane Bonner met with Girl Scouts from Troop 880 at the Rocky Point Middle School. Councilmember Bonner and the group had a lively discussion about Town government and her role on the Town...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Mt. Sinai Resident Marie Mack on Her 100th Birthday

Farmingville, NY –  On January 27, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined family and friends of Marie Mack to celebrate her 100th birthday at the Sonoma Grill in Holtsville. Mrs. Mack, who was born on January 18, 1919, is a resident of Mt. Sin...

Councilwoman Cartright Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 377 in East Setauket

Farmingville, NY – Recently, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Steven Fontana from Boy Scout Troop 377 in East Setauket. The event was held at the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony broo...

Councilman LaValle Honors Greater Middle Country Chamber of Commerce Award Recipients

Farmingville, NY – On January 22, Councilman Kevin LaValle was a guest of the Greater Middle Country Chamber of Commerce at their Annual Awards Dinner held at the Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook. During the event, the Councilman recognize...

Brookhaven NAACP Officers Sworn-In at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY – At the January 17 Town Board Meeting, the new officers of NAACP Chapter 2133 were sworn in by Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) during a ceremony held in the 2nd floor auditorium of Town Hall. The chapter is one of 10 on ...

Lt. Michael P. Murphy Memorial Rededicated at Lake Ronkonkoma Park Ceremony

Farmingville, NY – On January 17, Dan Murphy, father of Medal of Honor recipient Lt. Michael P. Murphy and members of the Brookhaven Town Board led the rededication ceremony at the site of the Lt. Michael P. Murphy Memorial at Lake Ronk...

Supervisor Romaine Statement in Opposition to Governor Cuomo’s $1.8 Million Cut in State Aid

Farmingville, NY –  “Governor Andrew Cuomo’s plan to cut $1.8 million in aid for Brookhaven taxpayers is unconscionable. This will have an immediate and serious impact on Town services and could result in a tax incre...

Supervisor Romaine, Councilman Panico Announce LIRR Plan to Relocate Yaphank Train Station

$20 million NYS Funding for project that will spur economic development and provide Brookhaven residents with more transportation opportunities$20 million NYS Funding for project that will spur economic development and provide Brookhaven residents with mo...

Brookhaven Completes Installation of Geo-Synthetic Liner to Cap Landfill

When Completed in Mid-February, 75% of Landfill Will Be Forever Capped and Closed

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven officials today announced the completion of a geo-synthetic liner project on top of the Town’s landfill. The liner covers more than 23...

Councilwoman Cartright Supports Holiday Dream

Farmingville, NY – The ninth annual “Holiday Dream Pickup” event will be held this Saturday, December 22 from 9:00am to 5:00 pm at Recipe 7, 275 Route 25A in Miller Place. “Holiday Dream,” created...

Councilman Loguercio Unveils Camp Upton Historic Marker in Ridge

Farmingville, NY –  On December 20, Councilman Michael Loguercio joined members of The Longwood Alliance and The Longwood Society for Historic Preservation to dedicate a new historic marker sign commemorating Camp Upton, the World War I...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates the Holidays at Events in Rocky Point, Shoreham and Mount Sinai

Farmingville, NY – Recently, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined in on the holiday fun at tree lighting events in Council District 2. Top photos are from the annual tree lighting at Tesla Science Center in Shoreham and bottom photos are fro...

Councilman Loguercio Honors Eagle Scout Kieran Monaghan from Troop 433 in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY –  On December 2, Councilman Michael Loguercio (right) honored Boy Scout Kieran M. Monaghan (left) from Troop 433 during the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at Middle Island Fire Department headquarters. Kieran...

Councilman Foley Celebrates Grand Opening of Integrated Martial Arts Center in Medford

Farmingville, NY –  On December 8, Councilman Neil Foley (right) was on-hand to celebrate the grand opening of Integrated Martial Arts Center’s (IMAC) new full-time location in Medford. IMAC was established in 2000 by Kasey Ch...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates “Holiday Magic” at Mount Sinai High School

Farmingville, NY –  On December 6, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) visited Mount Sinai High School to join SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) and Holiday Magic for their 20th year as a team devoted to making the holidays magi...

Councilwoman Cartright Welcomes Suffolk Federal Bank to St. Charles Hospital

Farmingville, NY –  On December 4, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (left photo, center) attended the official ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of Suffolk Federal’s 10th branch located at St. Charles Hospital in Port Jeffer...

Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates the Holidays in Council District 1

Farmingville, NY – Farmingville, NY - Recently, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright was on hand for three special holiday celebrations in Council District 1. At the Port Jefferson Station / Terryville Chamber of Commerce’s train...

Councilwoman Visits Tesla Science Center to Meet Future Eagle Scout from Troop 1776 in Mount Sinai

Farmingville, NY –  On December 1, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) visited the Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe in Shoreham to meet with Boy Scout Joshua Louser (right) from Troop 1776 of Mount Sinai who recently completed his Eagle...

2018 Down Payment Assistance Program for First-Time Home Buyers

Farmingville, NY –  On November 15, Supervisor Ed Romaine (at podium), members of the Town Council, the Department of Housing and Human Services and the Long Island Housing Partnership announced the 2018 Town of Brookhaven’s D...

Town of Brookhaven’s Eighth Annual “Polar Plunge” Raises $140,000 to Benefit Special Olympics

Farmingville, NY –  On November 18, the Town of Brookhaven and the Special Olympics of New York hosted the eighth annual “Polar Plunge: Freezin’ for a Reason” at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai. Nearly 800 plung...

Bonner Attends PSEG Long Island’s “The Conservation Caper” at Mt. Sinai and Ridge Elementary Schools

Farmingville, NY – On November 16, Councilwoman Jane Bonner visited Mt. Sinai Elementary School for a presentation of “The Conservation Caper.” The program is sponsored by PSEG Long Island in partnership with The Nat...

Supervisor Romaine Encourages Shoppers to Support Small Business Saturday on November 24

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine is asking that Brookhaven residents participate in Small Business Saturday on November 24 by shopping at local small businesses across Brookhaven Town. The Chambers of Commerce are joining toget...

Statement by Supervisor Ed Romaine Regarding New York City Being Selected as Site for Amazon HQ2

Farmingville, NY –  “I want to congratulate Governor Andrew Cuomo, New York City Mayor Bill DeBlasio and Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos on selecting Long Island City, Queens as one of the final sites for Amazon’s East Coast h...

Councilman Loguercio Honors Nurse Practitioners at John T. Mather Memorial Hospital

Farmingville, NY –  On November 8, Councilman Michael Loguercio (center) attended a luncheon at Mather Hospital celebrating “National Nurse Practitioners Week,” which runs November 11-18. He presented a proclamation ...

Councilman Panico Presents Plaque to Kaloski Family, Original Owners & Operators of Calabro Airport

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town Councilman Dan Panico (left) recently presented a plaque to the Kaloski family of Center Moriches, for their contributions to aviation in Brookhaven Town. Victor and Ed Kaloski, two brothers originall...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Mount Sinai High School Honor Society Volunteer Fair

Farmingville, NY –  On November 7, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Mount Sinai High School Honor Society Volunteer Fair. The event offered local organizations the opportunity to reach 800 teenagers as potential volunteers. It also...

Councilman Loguercio Presents $1,100 Donation in Honor of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

Farmingville, NY –  At the October 25 Town Board Meeting, Councilman Michael Loguercio presented a check for $1,100 to National Ovarian Cancer Coalition Long Island Chapter Coordinator, Stefanie Taylor. The money was raised by the Town ...

Supervisor Romaine Honors New Eagle Scout from Troop 221 in Manorville

Farmingville, NY –  On November 4, Supervisor Edward P. Romaine (right) honored Boy Scout Jacob Alexander Horoszewski (center) from Troop 221 in Manorville for earning the rank of Eagle Scout. The event was held at the Manorville Fire D...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Shirley Royal Ranger at Medal of Achievement Ceremony

Farmingville, NY –  On October 27, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) attended the Royal Rangers Gold Medal of Achievement Court of Honor Ceremony at the Assembly of God in Shirley. During the event Supervisor Romaine presented a Certificate ...

Councilman Loguercio Celebrates at Longwood HS Homecoming as Parade Grand Marshal

Farmingville, NY –  On October 20, Councilman Michael Loguercio was honored to serve as the Grand Marshal of the Longwood Homecoming Parade held at the Longwood Senior High School in Middle Island. The parade was held prior to the varsi...

Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates Grand Re-Opening of Paws of War in Nesconset

Farmingville, NY –  On October 19, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (fourth from right) was on-hand to celebrate the grand re-opening of Paws of War, located at 127-6 Smithtown Blvd. in Nesconset. The expanded location includes a dog w...

Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates the 25th Annual Walk/Run for Beauty/Hercules on the Harbor Run

Farmingville, NY –  On October 21, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright celebrated the 25th Annual Walk for Beauty/Hercules Run in Stony Brook. Hundreds of 4k and 6k walkers, and 10k runners took to the streets to raise funds for Breast Ca...

Councilwoman Visits the William Miller House to Thank “Comics for a Cause” Creator Jack Soldano

Farmingville, NY –  On October 1, Councilwoman Jane Bonner visited the William Miller House in Miller Place to honor Jack Soldano, creator of “Comics for a Cause.” Jack has been selling his grandfather’s collection of vintage comics, including “B...

Councilwoman Cartright and Drug Prevention Coalition Announce Free Family Halloween Event

Farmingville, NY –  On Wednesday, October 31, Councilwoman Valerie Cartright will co-sponsor a “Trunk or Treat” event from 4:00pm to 6:00 pm followed by a “Movie Night” event from 6:30 pm to 8:30 ...

Councilwoman Bonner Meets with Girl Scouts Service Unit 604

Farmingville, NY –  Recently, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (center) visited with Girl Scouts Service Unit 604 during their regular meeting. Councilwoman Bonner spoke about her role as a Town Councilwoman and joined in a question and answer ...

Town Demolishes Zombie House on Happy Acres Drive in Shirley

Farmingville, NY –  On October 16, Councilman Dan Panico (pictured) was on-hand for the demolition of a “Zombie House” located at 24 Happy Acres Drive in Shirley. The house was a dangerous nuisance in the neighborhoo...

Councilman Foley Honors Patchogue-Medford High School Students of the Month for September

Farmingville, NY –  On October 18, Councilman Neil Foley (center) visited Patchogue-Medford High School to honor the Students of the Month for September. Pictured with Councilman Foley are Junior Alyssa Madara (left) and Senior Cassidy ...

Supervisor Romaine Leads Town’s First Council of Governments Committee Meeting

Farmingville, NY –  On October 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine (pictured at left) hosted the inaugural meeting of the Council of Governments Committee consisting of representatives from villages, ambulance and fire districts, school districts...

Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates Comsewogue Homecoming

Farmingville, NY –  On October 6, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (pictured) celebrated homecoming with the Comsewogue Warriors at the annual parade which ran from JFK Middle School to Comsewogue High School. The parade was followed b...

Councilman LaValle and Councilwoman Cartright Attend Bethel Hobbs Farm Fall Festival in Centereach

Farmingville, NY –  On October 6, Councilman Kevin LaValle (left) and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright (right) attended the annual Bethel Hobbs Farm Fall Festival in Centereach. The festival included food, games, tractor rides, vendors, c...

Health and Wellness Fair to be Held on October 20 at Brookhaven Town Hall

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven will sponsor the second annual Health and Wellness Fair at Town Hall on Saturday, October 20 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. The fair will feature representat...

Councilwoman Cartright Supports North Shore Health Fair

Farmingville, NY –  On September 22, Councilwoman Valerie Cartright joined local residents, doctors and the Port Jefferson Station Civic Association at the North Shore Health Fair. The event, which was a collaborative effort by communit...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors New Eagle Scout from Troop 1776 of Mount Sinai

Farmingville, NY –  On September 29, Councilwoman Jane Bonner honored Boy Scouts Joseph DiBiasi (left photo) and Michael Muroff (right photo) from Troop 1776 of Mount Sinai for the presentation of their projects necessary to earn the ra...

Councilman Loguercio Joins Bellport Rotary to Dedicate the Little Free Library on South Country Road

Farmingville, NY –  On September 27, Councilman Michael Loguercio (left) was in Bellport to dedicate the newly installed Rotary Bus Stop’s “Little Free Library” located at 107 South Country Road. The librar...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 221 from Manorville

Farmingville, NY –  On September 29, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony at the Manorville Fire House to honor Tyler Jordan Haug (left) from Troop 221 in Manorville upon attaining the rank of E...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Cartright Attend 4th Annual Setauket Harbor Day

Farmingville, NY –  On September 29, Supervisor Edward Romaine (right) and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright (second from right) attended the fourth annual Setauket Harbor Day at the Brookhaven Town dock and beach on Shore Road in Setauket...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Gold Star Families at Recognition Ceremony

Farmingville, NY –  On Sunday, September 30, Supervisor Edward Romaine honored families who sacrificed a loved one in the name of freedom during a memorial at Bartlett Pond Park in Middle Island. The event included songs, prayers and wr...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Attend Blessings in a Backpack Longwood Chapter Day

Farmingville, NY –  On September 29, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio visited Longwood Middle School to present a proclamation declaring the date, “Blessings in a Backpack Day” in Brookhaven Tow...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Celebrate Grand Opening of Tractor Supply Co in Medford

Farmingville, NY –  On September 29, Supervisor Edward Romaine (second from left) and Councilman Michael Loguercio (third from right) were on-hand to celebrate the grand opening ribbon cutting of the new Tractor Supply Company located a...

Brookhaven Town and Mastic Beach Ambulance Celebrate Grand Opening of New Headquarters

Farmingville, NY –  Almost one year ago to the day, ground was broken for a new headquarters for the Mastic Beach Ambulance Company at 343 Neighborhood Road, and on Monday, September 17th, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico...

Lou Giordano Honored as Italian-American of the Year at St. Liberata Festival in Patchogue

Farmingville, NY – On September 8, Supervisor Ed Romaine honored businessman Lou Giordano for being named “Italian American of the Year” at the annual Saint Liberata Festival in Patchogue. At the event, the Superviso...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Volunteers at the “Toast to the Coast” Ceremony in Stony Brook

Farmingville, NY – On September 8, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Coastal Steward Long Island “Toast to the Coast” thank you ceremony held at the Sound View Association Beach Pavilion in Stony Brook. During th...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates Grand Opening of “What’s for Dinnah” in Sound Beach

Farmingville, NY – On August 26, Councilwoman Jane Bonner was on-hand to celebrate the grand opening ribbon cutting for “What’s for Dinnah,” located at 291 Echo Avenue in Sound Beach. This new business specializes in prepared, pre-cooked “take ou...

Loguercio Announces “Teal Connections” Event in Honor of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness

Farmingville, NY – On September 26, Councilman Michael Loguercio, the Town of Brookhaven Division of Women's Services and the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) will present “Teal Connections – Ovarian Cancer Knows No Age,” a panel discussi...

Supervisor Romaine, Councilwoman Cartright and Tax Receiver Marcoccia Attend Greek Festival

Farmingville, NY – On Sunday, August 26, Supervisor Edward Romaine, Councilwoman Valerie Cartright and Receiver of Taxes Louis Marcoccia attended the 57th Annual Greek Festival at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption in Port Jeff...

Freedom School Strides and Stepping Up with Councilwoman Cartright

Farmingville, NY – Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright was an invited guest at the August 17 closing finale for this year’s Freedom School scholars. The renowned summer enrichment program is geared to ensure that all students ge...

Animal Shelter Hosts “Clear the Shelter” Event with NBC 4 New York and Telemundo 47

Farmingville, NY – On August 18, the Brookhaven Town Animal Shelter and Adoption Center hosted the 4th Annual “Clear the Shelter” event with WNBC 4 New York and Telemundo 47. During the one-day event, the Town waived...

Town Unveils Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Heritage Park in Mount Sinai

Farmingville, NY – On Tuesday, August 21, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right), Councilwomen Jane Bonner (left) and Valerie Cartright (center) unveiled the Town’s two, new Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations located at Heritage P...

Supervisor Romaine Celebrates Village of Lake Grove 50th Anniversary

Farmingville, NY – On August 18, Supervisor Ed Romaine was on hand to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Incorporated Village of Lake Grove. The two-day event, which was held at Lake Grove Village Hall, included entertainment, food, ...

Councilwoman Cartright Congratulates Three Local Eagle Scouts

Farmingville, NY – At an Eagle Scout Court of Honor in Setauket, not one, but three young men were awarded the distinguished rank. On Sunday, August 12, 2018, Councilwoman Cartright sent congratulations and provided Town Proclamations t...

Councilwoman Bonner, Assemblyman Palumbo and VFW Post 6249 Co-Host Successful Blood Drive in Rocky

Farmingville, NY – On August 14, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Assemblyman Anthony Palumbo co-hosted the Summer Blood Drive at the VFW Post 6249 in Rocky Point. The event was held in partnership with the VFW Post and New York Blood Cente...

Councilwoman Bonner Thanks Girl Scout from Troop 1090 in Miller Place

Farmingville, NY – On August 11, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) met with Rebecca Muroff (right) at the historic Miller House in Miller Place. She thanked Rebecca for completing her Gold Award project by archiving the Miller Place Histo...

Councilwoman Bonner Joins Assemblyman Palumbo at Eagle Court of Honor for Troop 161 in Shoreham

Farmingville, NY – On August 11, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Assemblyman Anthony Palumbo attended the Court of Honor Ceremonies for Boy Scouts of America Troop 161 of Shoreham. The ceremony was held at St. Mark's Center in Shoreham. Pi...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates Jean Zygmunt’s 100th Birthday

Farmingville, NY – On August 11, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined family and friends of Eugenia “Jean” Zygmunt to celebrate her 100th birthday. The party was held at the Atria South Setauket senior living community. E...

Town to Hold Annual Emergency Blood Drive on August 16 at Town Hall in Farmingville

Farmingville, NY – On August 16, Brookhaven Town will be holding an Emergency Blood Drive from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm in the second floor auditorium at Town Hall, One Independence Hill in Farmingville. The New York Blood Center has declared...

Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand in Support of Stony Brook Children’s Hospital

Farmingville, NY – On August 8, Supervisor Ed Romaine (second from left) stopped by the Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand to show his support for their efforts to raise money for the Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. Prior to attending the event, ...

Councilmembers LaValle and Bonner Thank State Farm for Van Donation to Hope House Ministries

Farmingville, NY – On August 3, Councilman Kevin LaValle (center right) and Councilwoman Jane Bonner (center left) were on-hand to thank State Farm Insurance for the donation of a van to Hope House Ministries in Port Jefferson. The van,...

Supervisor Romaine Presents Historic Portraits to the Long Island Museum in Stony Brook

Farmingville, NY – On August 7, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Town historian Barbara Russell (right) visited the Town’s Longwood Estate in Ridge where they presented two paintings to Joshua Ruff (second from right), Directo...

Councilwoman Cartright Partners with Women Infants and Children for “The Big Latch On"

Farmingville, NY – On August 3, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (left photo) and several dozen local families and friends gathered at Percy Raynor Park in Centereach for the globally celebrated event, ‘The Big Latch On 2018....

Councilwoman Cartright Welcomes Margarita’s Café to Port Jefferson Station

Farmingville, NY – On July 10, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (fifth from right), Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce President Jennifer Dzvonar, residents, customers, family and friends, helped launch the grand ope...

Councilwoman Bonner Announces Successful Hoops for Hope Barbecue Event Raises $15,000

Farmingville, NY – Councilwoman Jane Bonner has announced that the 4th annual Jake Engel “Hoops for Hope Barbecue” and basketball tournament at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai raised a record-breaking $15,000, more than $...

St. Joseph the Worker RC Church and Councilman Michael Loguercio present new fence to Community Gard

Farmingville, NY – On Thursday, July 12, Councilman Michael Loguercio attended a ribbon cutting ceremony at the St. Joseph the Worker RC Church Community Garden in East Patchogue.For many years, the church has operated a large garden on...

Town Joins Forces with “End Drowning Now” for Water Safety Campaign

Farmingville, NY – On July 6, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Bobby Hazen (right), founder of “End Drowning Now” met at the Town’s Mastic Aquatic Center to urge everyone to take proper safety measures to h...

Councilwoman Cartright Marches in Annual Port Jefferson 4th of July Parade

Farmingville, NY – On July 4, amidst crowds of participants and waving flags, Brookhaven Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright celebrated Independence Day and marched in the annual Port Jefferson Fourth of July parade. The route bounded dow...

Councilwoman Bonner Celebrates Independence Day at Shoreham’s Fourth of July Parade

Farmingville, NY – On July 4, Councilwoman Jane Bonner was on hand to celebrate Independence Day at the Shoreham Fourth of July Parade. The day’s events started with the annual parade and included naming “John&rs...

Councilwoman Cartright Congratulates Three Village Chamber of Commerce Honoree

Farmingville, NY – On June 20, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (right) joined in congratulating Three Village Chamber of Commerce Member of the Year, Jane Taylor (center), at the organization’s Annual Awards Dinner held at t...

Long Island Housing Partnership at 30th Annual Meeting

Farmingville, NY – On June 20, Supervisor Ed Romaine attended the 30th Annual Meeting of the Long Island Housing Partnership (LIHP) at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury. During the event, the Supervisor presented a proclamation ...

Grand Opening of Edward Jones Investment Office in Stony Brook

Farmingville, NY – On June 19, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (third from right)) presented a Certificate of Congratulations to George Ellsworth Smith (center) at the ribbon cutting and grand opening of his new Edward Jones Investmen...

Juneteenth Celebration at the Historic Longwood Estate

Farmingville, NY – On June 16, Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) and Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (second from left) attended the Town of Brookhaven’s annual Juneteenth Celebration hosted by the Black History Commission. The...

Councilwoman Cartright Attends Eighth Annual Comsewogue Historical Society Heritage Day

Farmingville, NY – On June 14, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended the Eighth Annual Cumsewogue Historical Society Heritage Day at Boyle Road Elementary School in Terryville. The event, organized with the assistance of Principal Rob Pearl,...

Town Celebrates Grand Opening of The Coram Center for Adults with Disabilities

Farmingville, NY – On June 18, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Councilman Michael Loguercio were on hand at the ribbon cutting ceremony for The Coram Center for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The cent...

Brookhaven Town Celebrates Flag Day at Dayton Ave Elementary

Farmingville, NY – On June 14, Brookhaven Town Supervisor (left center), and Councilman Dan Panico (right center), attended the annual Flag Day celebration at Dayton Avenue Elementary School in Manorville. They were joined by members of the Suffo...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Cartright Attend the Long Island Explorium Mini Maker Faire

Farmingville, NY - On June 9, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright visited the Eastern Long Island Mini Maker Faire held at the Port Jefferson Village Center and Harborfront Park. The event featured innovative robots, kinetic ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Celebrate Ribbon Cutting at East End Sign Design

Farmingville, NY - On June 9, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico were on-hand for the ribbon cutting ceremony at the grand opening of East End Sign Design’s new location in Mastic. Also pictured are Assemblyman Dean Murray and Tim R...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Celebrate Opening of People’s United Bank in Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY - On June 8, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the ribbon cutting ceremony at the grand opening of the new People’s United Bank, located at 293 Route 25A in Rocky Point. During the ceremony, Councilwoma...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Eagle Scouts from Troop 29 and Troop 414

Farmingville, NY - On June 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine was joined by Suffolk County Legislator Rudy Sunderman to honor Boy Scout Andrew Minelli from Troop 29 during the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at East Moriches Fire House. Andrew’s...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Attend the Blessing of the Fleet at the Yacht Club

Farmingville, NY - On June 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Blessing of the Fleet at the Mount Sinai Yacht Club (MSYC). This annual event in Mount Sinai Harbor began with a continental breakfast followed by a boat parade...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Gold Award Ceremony for Girl Scouts Service Unit 604

Farmingville, NY - On June 11, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Girl Scouts Service Unit 604 Gold Award ceremony at the Mount Sinai Middle School. During the event, Councilwoman Bonner presented a Certificate of Congratulations to the recipients, Jul...

Councilwoman Bonner Visits with Boy and Girl Scouts During Beautification Day at Reid Center

Farmingville, NY - On June 1, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) joined volunteers from the Boy Scouts of America Venturing Crew during their beautification day at Robert E Reid, Sr. Recreation Center at the Town of Brookhaven’s Defense Hill Park ...

Brookhaven Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Congratulate New United States Citizens

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Supervisor and Councilman Dan Panico, along with Suffolk County Legislator Rudy Sunderman, recently attended a special ceremony sponsored by the Mastic-Moriches-Shirley Library and the Community Family Literacy Project, ...

Councilwoman Cartright Honors Eagle Scouts from Setauket Troops 45 and 354

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Joe Longo from Troop 45 in Port Jefferson (June 2) and Justin Behrens from Troop 354 in Port Jefferson Station (June 3). The events were held at the...

Councilwoman Cartright Attends Memorial Day Events

Farmingville, NY - On May 28, Brookhaven Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended the annual Memorial Day Parade and wreath-laying ceremony in Setauket. As in years past, the parade kicked off at the Old Village Green near Emma S Clark Memorial Library....

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Annual Memorial Day Ceremonies in Mt. Sinai, Sound Beach and Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY - On May 28, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined residents, veterans and other elected officials at Memorial Day ceremonies in Mt. Sinai, Sound Beach and Rocky Point. During the events, the Councilwoman honored those who gave their lives in t...

Councilwoman Bonner Leads Living Organ Donor Discussion on Town’s Brookhaven Cable Channel 18

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) hosted a group discussion in the Brookhaven Town Hall TV studio about the Stony Brook Medicine Living Organ Donor Program. The Councilwoman, who donated a kidney to a childhood friend in April 2...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Foley Inspect Davis Park Marina Repairs

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Neil Foley recently visited Davis Park, Fire Island to inspect repairs made to the Town-owned marina and ferry dock. Although an October 2017 storm caused $3 million in damage to the facility, the ma...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Join County Clerk Pascale At Memorial Day Ceremonies

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico joined Suffolk County Clerk Judith Pascale at several Memorial Day observations throughout Brookhaven Town, including memorials held Center Moriches and Mastic. They thanke...

Brookhaven Highway Department Breaks Ground On $1.8-Million Truck Wash Facility

Coram, NY - Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro recently joined with Deputy Superintendents Kevin Geiger and Steve Tricarico for the groundbreaking of a truck wash facility at the Coram Highway yard, located at 1140 Old Town Road. T...

Councilwoman Bonner Announces 4th Annual Hoops for Hope BBQ and Basketball Tournament Fundraiser

Farmingville, NY - Councilwoman Jane Bonner has announced that the Town of Brookhaven will co-sponsor the 4th annual Jake Engel “Hoops for Hope Barbecue” basketball tournament at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai on Friday, July 13 from 4 p.m...

Councilwoman Cartright Honors 2018 Preservation Award Winners

Farmingville, NY - On May 5, honorees at the 2018 Preservation Awards, hosted by Preservation Long Island, were presented with certificates from Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright. Among the honorees were Zachary N Studenroth; Higher Ground Inter-Cultural ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Tour Mastic Beach Ambulance Headquarters Construction Site

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico were given a tour of the new headquarters of Mastic Beach Ambulance Company currently under construction at 343 Main Street. The 18,000-square-foot building will house five drive...

Councilwoman Cartright Congratulates Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Award Winners

Farmingville, NY - On Monday April 23, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright joined Suffolk County Legislator Kara Hahn, Carol Nucci (representing Senator John Flanagan), Library Director Ted Gutmann, and Library Board Treasurer Deborah Blair and Trustee Rich...

Councilwoman Cartright Supports A World of Pink

Farmingville, NY - On April 17, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended the “A World of Pink” VIP Preview and Car Show at the Chevrolet of Smithtown Showroom in Nesconset. The following evening, she joined “A World of Pink...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Eva Casale during “7 Marathons in 7 Days” Stop at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - On April 27, Supervisor Ed Romaine honored Eva Casale and her “Team Eva” colleagues at Town Hall during the last leg of her ”7 Marathons in 7 Days” run to raise funds and generate awareness for ve...

Supervisor Romaine, Councilmen Loguercio and LaValle Attend Town’s Youth Abilities Resource Fair

Farmingville, NY - On April 21, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Councilman Michael Loguercio and Councilman Kevin LaValle attended the Town of Brookhaven’s Disability Task Force Youth Abilities Resource Fair held at the Middle Country Public Library in C...

Councilman Foley Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 439 in Ronkonkoma

Farmingville, NY - On April 24, Councilman Neil Foley (right) honored Boy Scout Bill Clifford from Troop 439 in Ronkonkoma during the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at the Lakeland Fire Department. Bill’s Eagle Scout project benefits t...

Councilwoman Bonner and Town Board Declare April as Living Organ Donor Month in Brookhaven Town

Farmingville, NY - At the April 12 Town Board Meeting, Councilwoman Jane Bonner sponsored a resolution declaring April as Living Organ Donor Month in the Town of Brookhaven which was unanimously adopted. During the meeting, Stony Brook University Hospital...

Town Dedicates 46-Acre Parcel in Setauket as the Dr. Lee Koppelman Nature Preserve

Farmingville, NY - On April 13, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright announced the dedication of a 46-acre parcel in Setauket as the Dr. Lee Koppelman Nature Preserve. The parcel is heavily wooded with a variety of tree and shrub sp...

Councilwoman Bonner Joins 4th Annual Sarcoidosis of Long Island Awareness Walk at Heritage Park

Farmingville, NY - On April 14, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined residents, community leaders, friends and families who participated in the 4th Annual Sarcoidosis of Long Island Awareness Walk at the Town of Brookhaven’s Heritage Park in Mount Si...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Celebrate Opening Day of the North Shore Little League

Farmingville, NY - On April 14, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the North Shore Little League (NSLL) Opening Day ceremonies. The league, which was established in 1963, offers boys and girls, ages six through sixteen, the opport...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Miller Place Fire Department at their Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY - On, April 1, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Miller Place Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at Giorgio’s in Baiting Hollow. During the event, the Councilwoman honored the company members for their se...

Romaine and LaValle Honor Foster Grandparents for National Service Recognition Day

Farmingville, NY - On April 5, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Kevin LaValle honored Foster Grandparent volunteers who serve in 15 elementary schools, Head Starts and day care centers in the Town of Brookhaven. Each honoree was presented with a Certi...

Councilman Loguercio Welcomes the Mendoza Family to New Habitat for Humanity Home in East Patchogue

Farmingville, NY - On March 29, Councilman Michael Loguercio welcomed the Mendoza family to their new home in East Patchogue which was recently renovated by volunteers working with Habitat for Humanity of Suffolk.

Councilman Loguercio said, “I re...

Supervisor Romaine Presents his 2018 State of the Town Address

Farmingville, NY - On April 3, Supervisor Ed Romaine delivered his sixth State of the Town address in the auditorium at Brookhaven Town Hall. The Supervisor delivered an optimistic look at the great strides that have been made this past year, his new init...

Councilwoman Cartright Meets with Brownie Troop 150 from East Setauket

Farmingville, NY - On Tuesday, March 27, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright met with Brownie Troop 150 at the Stony Brook Holiday Inn Express where the girls worked to earn their Hospitality Badges. The troop, from Minnesauke Elementary School in East Seta...

Councilwoman Cartright Celebrates Launch of Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce

Farmingville, NY - On March 29, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (seventh from right) joined members of the Port Jefferson Station/Terryville business community at a ribbon cutting ceremony to kick-off the new Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of...

Supervisor Romaine Recognizes Greek Independence Day

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Supervisor Ed Romaine met at Town Hall with members of the Greek-American community to recognize March 25 as Greek Independence Day in the Town of Brookhaven. During the visit, the Supervisor presented a proclamation to Rev. D...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors New Eagle Scouts from Troop 204 in Miller Place

Farmingville, NY - On March 24, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Court of Honor ceremony for Peter Martin and Thomas Barry, Jr. from Boy Scout Troop 204 in Miller Place. Thomas, from Miller Place, completed his Eagle Scout project at the Mount Sinai ...

Councilwoman Cartright Swears in Trustees at Three Village Community Trust Annual Meeting

Farmingville, NY - On March 14, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (right) attended the Three Village Community Trust Annual Meeting at The Setauket Neighborhood House. Councilwoman Cartright was honored to swear in the Trustees of the organization.

The Tru...

Town to Host “Kick the Habit” Free Smoking Cessation Program

Farmingville, NY - To help residents quit smoking, the Town of Brookhaven will host the Suffolk County Department of Health’s six-week smoking cessation program beginning Thursday, April 5. Meetings will be held from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the s...

Suffolk County Police Department Holds Active Shooter Drill at Brookhaven Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - On the evening of March 9, more than 100 officers from several Police Departments throughout Suffolk County participated in an Active Shooter Drill in Brookhaven’s Town Hall. The training conducted and coordinated by the Suffo...

Town to Host Listening Forums for People with Disabilities

Farmingville, NY - On Tuesday, March 27, the Town of Brookhaven will host the Self-Direction Listening Forums presented by Self Advocacy Association of New York State (SANYS) for self-advocates, parents and family members from the Long Island region. A ma...

Councilwoman Bonner Marches in the 68th Annual Rocky Point St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Farmingville, NY - On March 11, Councilwoman Jane Bonner marched in the 68th annual Rocky Point St. Patrick's Day Parade, hosted by the Friends of St. Patrick. The parade route traveled on Route 25A from Miller Place to Rocky Point and featured floats fro...

Councilmember Bonner Hosts Town Hall Meeting with Girl Scout Troop 147 from Ridge

Farmingville, NY - On March 9, Councilmember Jane Bonner welcomed Girl Scouts from Troop 147 in Ridge to Town Hall. Councilmember Bonner and the group joined in a lively discussion about Town government and her role on the Town Council. By participating, ...

Councilwoman Bonner, Brookhaven and Hope House Ministries to Co-Sponsor the WAR On Addiction Rally

Farmingville, NY - On April 21, Councilwoman Jane Bonner, the Town of Brookhaven and Hope House Ministries will co-sponsor the “WAR on Addiction Rally” in loving memory of Billy Reitzig of Miller Place. Billy tragically passed away fro...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Grand Marshal, Queen and Royal Court of St. Patrick's Day Parade

Farmingville, NY - On March 2, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the annual Friends of St. Patrick Cocktail Dinner Party held at East Wind Caterers in Wading River. She was there to honor the newly crowned Queen, Royal Court, and Grand Marshal for the 68t...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Thank Residents for Overwhelming Response to Coat Drive

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced the Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Coat Drive collected more than 3,000 coats, as well as many pairs of winter boots, hats, gloves and scarves. The items, generously donated by res...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Attend Mastic Beach & East Moriches Ambulance Installations

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico recently attended the installation ceremonies for both the Mastic Beach and East Moriches Ambulance Companies, where they congratulated newly installed officers, while thanking ...

Councilwoman Cartright Attends Bay Scallop Bowl at Stony Brook University

Farmingville, NY - On February 3, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright and County Legislator Kara Hahn attended the Bay Scallop Bowl competition hosted by the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) at Stony Brook University. The event included 12 ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Cartright Honor Setauket Firefighters

Farmingville, NY - On February 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) and Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended the Setauket Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at Villa Lombardi’s in Holbrook. During the event, the Superviso...

Councilman Panico Announces Recycling Letter Scammers Complete Plea Deal

Farmingville, NY - Councilman Dan Panico has announced that two individuals who were responsible for a recycling scam in Brookhaven Town have completed a plea in the Eastern District of the United States Attorney’s Office. The successful outcome...

Councilwoman Cartright Honors Eagle Scouts from Setauket Troops 427 and 70

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for scouts from Setauket Troops 70 and 427.

“In the words of the Eagle Scout Promise, Eagles do their best each day to make their training and ...

Councilwoman Cartright Joins Girl Scouts for Women’s Career Night

Farmingville, NY - On January 17, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended the Girl Scouts Women’s Career Night at Norwood Avenue School in Port Jefferson Station. Many women leaders in business and government attended to share their knowledge...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Demand Additional Rail Road Grade Crossings

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico were joined by New York State Assemblyman Fred Thiele and Suffolk County Legislator Rudy Sunderman today as they called upon the Long Island Railroad to install an additional at...

Town Fire Marshal Reunites Lost Child with Family in Medford

Farmingville, NY - On January 18, Brookhaven Town Fire Marshal Michael Seymour was in the right place at the right time when he took action to reunite a three-year-old child with his family in Medford. The child, who had wandered from his home, was observ...

Councilman Loguercio Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 560 in Coram

Farmingville, NY - On January 11, Councilman Michael Loguercio attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Cody Smith from Troop 560 at the Coram Fire Headquarters. During the event, Councilman Loguercio congratulated Cody for his achievement and presente...

Supervisor Romaine Honors New Eagle Scouts from Troop 356 in Centereach

Farmingville, NY - On January 14, Supervisor Ed Romaine honored Boy Scouts Ryan McElwaine and Daniel Ragone from Troop 356 during the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at the Centereach Fire Department.

Ryan’s Eagle Scout project was the c...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Honor New Eagle Scout from Troop 1776 of Mount Sinai

Farmingville, NY - On January 14, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner honored Boy Scout James Snider from Troop 1776 during the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at Mount Sinai High School. For his Eagle Scout project, James transfor...

Town Awarded $54,772 New York State Aviation Capital Grant for Brookhaven Calabro Airport

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven has been awarded a $54,772 New York State Aviation Capital Grant to purchase a crack-sealing machine for Brookhaven Calabro Airport. The state-funded program provides $20.5...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors New Eagle Scouts from Troop 161 of Shoreham

Farmingville, NY - On January 6, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Court of Honor ceremony for five members of Boy Scout Troop 161 in Shoreham who attained rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank in the Boy Scouts of America. At the event, the Councilwo...

Brookhaven Town Tax Receiver Extends Hours For Tax Payments

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Receiver of Taxes Lou Marcoccia has announced that his office will offer extended hours for payment of taxes due to unprecedented volume of residents seeking to pay their taxes before the New Year.

The Brookhaven Receiver...

Town Fire Marshals Keep Shoppers and Employees Safer During the Holiday Season with Inspections

Farmingville, NY - On Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday, two of the busiest holiday shopping days of the year, Brookhaven Town Fire Marshals visited 29 “big box” stores to assure they were in compliance with Town fire codes. As a resul...

Town Honors Women’s Suffrage Movement with Exhibit at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - During the months of November and December, the Town of Brookhaven presents Votes for Women: Celebrating New York’s Suffrage Centennial, an exhibit celebrating the centennial of women’s suffrage in New York State. Th...

Town of Brookhaven’s Eighth Annual “Polar Plunge” Raises $115,000 to Benefit Special Olympics

Farmingville, NY - On November 18, the Town of Brookhaven and the Special Olympics of New York hosted the eighth annual “Polar Plunge: Freezin’ for a Reason” at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai. More than 800 plungers, including Co...

Supervisor Romaine and Town Chief Fire Marshal Demonstrate Explosive Hazards of Deep Frying Turkey

Farmingville, NY - On November 20, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Town Chief Fire Marshal Chris Mehrman presented a dramatic demonstration showing the explosive fire danger associated with deep frying a turkey in hot oil. This method of cooking is a growing tr...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends 5k Walk Fundraiser in Miller Place to Help Promote Drug Awareness

Farmingville, NY - On Sunday, November 12, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Miller Place Teachers Association 5K Walk Fundraiser to help promote drug awareness and save lives. The event, which was held at the Miller Place High School track, was organ...

Town of Brookhaven To Hold Eighth Annual “Polar Plunge” at Cedar Beach to Benefit Special Olympics

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, November 18, the Town of Brookhaven and the Special Olympics of New York will host the eighth annual “Polar Plunge: Freezin’ for a Reason” at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai. Last year, more than 70...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Install Officers of Mastic Beach Yacht Club

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico swore in the officers of the Mastic Beach Yacht Club at the annual installation ceremony held on Saturday, November 11, at Sunset Harbor in East Patchogue. They was joined by NYS Assemblym...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Cartright Announce Bethel Christian Avenue Historic District

Farmingville, NY - On October 25, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright met with Pastor Gregory Leonard and members of the Bethel AME Church in Setauket to announce that the New York State Historic Preservation Office has listed the Bet...

Councilman Panico, Town Clerk Lent Congratulate 2018 St. Patrick’s Day Parade Grand Marshal

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Councilman Dan Panico was joined by Town Clerk Donna Lent at the Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches’ annual Fall Festival held on Saturday, October 21. During the event, Councilman Panico congratulated Center Moric...

Town Clerk Donna Lent Honored by New York State Town Clerks Association

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Clerk Donna Lent has been awarded Certification as Registered Municipal Clerk (RMC) by the New York State Town Clerks Association for achieving its high educational, experience and participatory requirements. Ms. Lent ha...

Brookhaven Town Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Farmingville, NY - On October 20, approximately 300 people attended the Town of Brookhaven’s Fourth Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration hosted by Brookhaven’s Hispanic Advisory Board. During the celebration of Hispanic culture, ...

Town Celebrates 2nd Annual “A Taste of Italy – An Italian American Heritage and Culture Event

Farmingville, NY - On October 27, the Town of Brookhaven hosted the 2nd Annual Taste of Italy - An Italian American Heritage and Culture Event at Town Hall co-sponsored by the Sons and Daughters of Italy New York State Grand Lodge. The event celebrated It...

Town Declares Red Ribbon Week October 23-31 to Promote Drug Education and Awareness

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Town Council have declared October 23-31 as “Red Ribbon Week” in the Town of Brookhaven. This nationally recognized campaign serves as a vehicle for communities and individuals to promot...

Brookhaven Town and Sons & Daughters of Italy Host 2nd Annual Taste of Italy

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine and fellow Town Board members, in conjunction with the Sons and Daughters of Italy, have announced that the 2nd Annual Taste of Italy - An Italian American Heritage and Culture Event, Celebrating It...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Foley Celebrate Opening of Historical Society Museum

Farmingville, NY - On October 15, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Neil Foley were on-hand for the ribbon cutting at the grand opening of the Greater Patchogue Historical Society Museum. The museum is located on the lower level of the Carnegie Library...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 29 in East Moriches

Farmingville, NY - On October 15, Supervisor Ed Romaine honored Boy Scout Armand Lannerd from Troop 29 during the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at East Moriches Fire Department. Armand’s Eagle Scout project was removing fallen trees, ...

Brookhaven Councilman Dan Panico Announces Chess in the Park During Annual Fall Festival

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Councilman Dan Panico invites individuals who attend the Annual Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches’ Fall Fair, being held on Saturday, October 21 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., along Main Street in downtown Center Moriches...

Health and Wellness Fair to be Held on October 22 at Brookhaven Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven will sponsor the Health and Wellness Fair at Town Hall on Sunday, October 22 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The fair will feature representatives from the healthcare industry who wi...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Bonner Lend Support to “Think Differently” Initiative

Farmingville, NY - On October 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Jane Bonner met with Assemblyman Dean Murray and Marcus Molinaro, the County Executive of Dutchess County, at the Longwood Library to support the “Think Differently&rdq...

Councilwoman Cartright Honors 50th Anniversary of the Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk

Farmingville, NY - On September 22, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended the 50th Anniversary of the Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk, Inc. (EOC). For 50 years the EOC has been supporting activities that assist low-income families and individ...

Councilwoman Cartright Honors Jefferson’s Ferry Foundation at Annual Fundraiser

Farmingville, NY - On September 23, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended the Monte Carlo 2017 Fabulous Fall event, where Jamie and Maria Lavin of Home Instead Senior Care Central Suffolk County were recipients of the 2017 Humanitarian of the Year aw...

Councilman LaValle Honors Badolato’s Gourmet Italian Market in Centereach as Business of the Month

Farmingville, NY - At the September 28 Town Board meeting, Councilman Kevin LaValle honored family-owned, Badolato’s Gourmet Italian Market in Centereach as Business of the Month for September in Council District 3. The award is given to a busin...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 270 in Patchogue

Farmingville, NY - On September 30, Supervisor Ed Romaine honored Boy Scout Matvey Morris from Troop 270 during the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel RC Church in Patchogue. Matvey’s Eagle Scout project was pla...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Cartright Congratulate Anthony Rotoli, Jr.

Farmingville, NY - On Sunday, September 24, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended a testimonial dinner honoring Anthony 'Tony' Rotoli, Jr., Immediate Past President of the Vigiano Brothers Lodge Number 3436 of Sons of Italy ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Celebrate Blessings in a Backpack Day

Farmingville, NY - On September 30, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio were on-hand at the Ridge Fire Department Headquarters to celebrate Blessings in a Backpack Day. The event was held to educate the community about the organization ...

Supervisor Romaine Presents 2018 Budget to Town Board

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine filed his 2018 Tentative Operating Budget with the Town Clerk this evening, presenting the spending plan at the beginning of the Town Board meeting. The structurally balanced budget holds the line o...

Supervisor Romaine Celebrates Fall Equinox At Washington Lodge in Brookhaven

Farmingville, NY - On September 23, Supervisor Ed Romaine attended the Fall Equinox Celebration at the Washington Lodge in Brookhaven hamlet, sponsored by the Center for Environmental Education and Discovery (CEED). The event featured an earth science dem...

Brookhaven Town Breaks Ground on New Mastic Beach Ambulance Company Headquarters

Farmingville, NY - On Wednesday, September 20th, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico were joined by fellow elected officials from New York State, Suffolk County, Mastic Beach Village, the Mastic Beach Ambulance Company, the Mas...

Councilwoman Bonner Joins Girl Scout Troop 770 for Gardening Project at the Robert Reid Center

Farmingville, NY - On September 15, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined Girl Scout Troop 770 at the Robert Reid Recreation Center in Shoreham for their community gardening project. To earn the Gardener Badge, a Girl Scout must visit a garden, explore garden d...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Village Trustee Sal Felice as Italian-American of the Year at St. Liberata

Farmingville, NY - On September 16, Supervisor Romaine honored lifelong Patchogue resident, businessman and Village Trustee Sal Felice, for being named “Italian American of the Year” at the annual Saint Liberata Festival in Patchogue. ...

Councilwoman Bonner Lends Her Support to the Axemen MC NY-3 at the Rocky Point Ale House Bike Social

Farmingville, NY - On September 17, Councilwoman Jane Bonner stopped by the Rocky Point Ale House Bike Social to thank the Axemen MC NY-3 for their efforts to raise money for special needs children of New York City Fire Department (FDNY) members. The even...

Supervisor Romaine Attends Patchogue FD 5th Annual Brush Truck Training Competition and Fundraiser

Farmingville, NY - On September 16, Supervisor Ed Romaine attended the Patchogue Fire Department’s 5th Annual Brush Truck Training Competition and Fundraiser at Fireman’s Park in Ridge. Teams demonstrated their brush fire fighting skil...

Supervisor Romaine Attends Central Pine Barrens 11th Annual Discovery Day

Farmingville, NY - On September 16, Supervisor Ed Romaine attended the 11th annual Central Pine Barrens Discovery Day held at the Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge in Shirley. This family event offered adults and children the opportunity to learn about on...

Councilwoman Cartright Joins Three Village and Port Jefferson Communities to Honor Victims of 9/11

Farmingville, NY - On September 11, Councilwoman Valerie Cartright joined with the Three Village and Port Jefferson communities to honor and remember those who perished during the attacks on our nation 16 years ago. The memorial events were well attended ...

Town Officials Celebrate 100th Anniversary of Voting Rights for Women at Suffragist Parade and Rally

Farmingville, NY - On Sunday, September 10, Supervisor Ed Romaine, Town Clerk Donna Lent and Councilwoman Jane Bonner celebrated the 100th Anniversary of Voting Rights for New York Women at a parade and rally in Lake Ronkonkoma. Many of the suffragists dr...

A Big Win with Councilwoman Cartright at the Port Jefferson Greek Festival

Farmingville, NY - At 7 p.m. on Sunday, August 27, 2017, Brookhaven Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright helped draw the sweepstake winners at the Greek Festival in Port Jefferson. The 56th annual Festival, or ‘Glendi’ in Greek, was held ...

Brookhaven Councilman Panico Holds Public Hearing Regarding Need for Additional Rail Road Crossings

Farmingville, NY - More than 100 residents attended a public hearing hosted by Brookhaven Town Councilman Dan Panico on Wednesday, August 23, at 6 p.m., at William Floyd High School, to solicit public comment on the need for additional at-grade rail road ...

Town Clerk Donna Lent Rings NASDAQ Opening Bell In Support of Gender Equality

Farmingville, NY - On Friday, August 25, in commemoration of Women’s Equality Day, Brookhaven Town Clerk Donna Lent, was on hand to ring the NASDAQ opening bell. A brief press conference was held afterwards to highlight the need for gender equal...

Congressman Zeldin and Supervisor Romaine Deliver Meals on Wheels at Leisure Village in Ridge

Farmingville, NY - On August 23, Congressman Lee Zeldin joined Supervisor Ed Romaine to deliver “Meals on Wheels” to residents at Leisure Village in Ridge. The Congressman and Supervisor were warmly welcomed into the homes and assured ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Attend Boy Scout Troop 414 Eagle Court of Honor

Farmingville, NY - On August 20, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Councilman Dan Panico (right) attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for (left to right) Ryan Cotto, Daniel Brock and Noah Monti from Troop 414 in Center Moriches. The event was held at th...

Councilman LaValle Announces “Run the Farm 4 Mile Challenge” Raises Over $7,500

Farmingville, NY - On August 19, the 3rd Annual “Run the Farm 4 Mile Challenge” was held in Centereach. Brookhaven Town Councilman Kevin LaValle and Suffolk County Legislator Tom Muratore co-sponsored the event that started at Oxhead E...

Councilman Kevin LaValle Unveils Historic Map of Town’s Third Council District

Farmingville, NY - On Monday, August 14, Councilman Kevin LaValle unveiled his Brookhaven Town Third District Historic Map. Councilman LaValle joined together at the historic Bald Hill School to unveil the map, which is an effort to preserve and honor the...

Councilwoman Bonner Announces Successful Hoops for Hope Barbecue Event Raises $10,000

Farmingville, NY - Councilwoman Jane Bonner has announced that the annual Jake Engel “Hoops for Hope Barbecue” and basketball tournament at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai raised a record-breaking $10,000, more than double of what was raise...

Councilman Panico Welcomes Mastic Fire Department to Brookhaven ReGeneration Camp in Shirley

Farmingville, NY - On July 31, Councilman Dan Panico welcomed the Mastic Fire Department to Brookhaven Town’s ReGeneration Camp at Shirley Airport Park. The children, ranging in age from five to twelve years old, learned valuable lessons about f...

Supervisor Romaine and Town Clerk Lent Honor Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand

Farmingville, NY - Recently, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Town Clerk Donna Lent honored Maddie and Joseph Mastriano, founders of the Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand. The Mastriano’s started selling lemonade at a small stand in front of their home...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Cut Ribbon at New Headquarters of Helping Makes U Happy

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) and Councilman Dan Panico recently attended the official ribbon cutting of the new headquarters for the local non-profit organization Helping Makes U Happy, located at 1 Neville Street in Ce...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilwoman Cartright Call for NYS DOT to Install Sidewalks

Farmingville, NY - On July 25, Supervisor Ed Romaine (at podium) and Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright held a press conference at the Stony Brook Railroad Station to call for the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) to install sidewalks al...

Councilman Panico and Brookhaven Town Board Honor Tri-Hamlet Resident Bayley Cuomo

Farmingville, NY - On July 20, Councilman Dan Panico and the Brookhaven Town Board honored Tri-Hamlet resident Bayley Cuomo for lending a compassionate, helping hand to her neighbors in need. On July 2, her next-door neighbor’s house caught fire...

Brookhaven Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Welcome Farmers Market To Kalers Pond Park

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico recently attended the official ribbon cutting of the Moriches Farmers and Artisans Market at Kalers Pond, located on Montauk Highway in Center Moriches. This Farmers Market...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Foley Celebrate Anniversary of American with Disabilities Act

Farmingville, NY - On July 22, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Neil Foley attended an event hosted by Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO) to celebrate the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) which was adopted on August 3, ...

Supervisor Romaine Attends Boating Safety Day at Nicki’s on the Bay in Bay Shore

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday July 22, Supervisor Romaine participated in Boating Safety Awareness Day at Nicki’s on the Bay in Bay Shore. The event was organized by Gina Costa Lieneck, the mother of Brianna Lieneck, who was killed when a boat ...

Supervisor Romaine Presents Proclamation to Benny Balsamo Resident of the Patchogue Shores Community

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, July 15, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine presented Benny Balsamo, a World War II veteran who is considered the unofficial Mayor of Patchogue Shores, with a proclamation honoring him for his involvement in the communit...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Pastor Folwaczny on the 40th Anniversary of his Ordination

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, July 15, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine presented a proclamation to Pastor Norbert Folwaczny of Emanuel Lutheran Church in Patchogue in honor of the 40th anniversary of his ordination. Pastor Folwaczny has been with ...

Supervisor Romaine & Councilman Loguercio Will Host Ceremony to Rename Bellport’s Martha Avenue Park

Farmingville, NY –  On August 1, the Town of Brookhaven will unveil a new sign at Martha Avenue Park in Bellport, naming the ball fields in honor of late civic leader Tony Gazzola. Mr. Gazzola, who passed away in 2015, was the founder of the Sout...

Councilwoman Cartright Marches in Annual Port Jefferson Parade

Farmingville, NY –  On July 4, amidst crowds of participants and waving flags, Brookhaven Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright celebrated Independence Day and marched in the annual Port Jefferson 4th of July parade. “The presence...

Councilwoman Cartright Congratulates Eagle Scouts from Troops in Setauket and Stony Brook

Farmingville, NY –  On June 16, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremonies for two outstanding young people: James Alexander C. Pfizer from Troop 117 in Stony Brook and Connor Gillan from Troop 427 in Set...

Councilman Loguercio to Co-Sponsor Four Summer Blood Drives

Farmingville, NY –  Councilman Michael Loguercio has announced that he will co-host four Blood Drives this summer in Council District 4. The events will be held in partnership with the New York Blood Center. Those who donate blood at th...

Councilman LaValle Shares “Coffee with a Cop” at Selden Bagels Your Way

Farmingville, NY –  On June 22, Councilman Kevin LaValle was joined by Suffolk County Legislator Tom Muratore and officers from the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) for a “Coffee with a Cop” event at Selden Bagels Your Way. “Coffe...

Councilwoman Cartright Serves on Emerging Technology Panel

Farmingville, NY –  On June 7, Brookhaven Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (center) served as a panelist during the Thomson Reuters Long Island Emerging Technology seminar at the Season 2 restaurant in Garden City. The event, titled &a...

Brookhaven Town Clerk Donna Lent Honors Girl Scout Gold Award Recipients

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town Clerk Donna Lent (right) recently attended the Suffolk County Girl Gold Award Ceremony at East Wind Caterers in Wading River. During the event, she honored 12 Gold Award recipients from Brookhaven Town, includi...

Councilman LaValle is Keynote Speaker at Flag Day Ceremony in Lake Grove

Farmingville, NY –  On June 14, Councilman Kevin LaValle was the keynote speaker during the Flag Day ceremony held at Eugene Auer Memorial Elementary School in Lake Grove. At the event, the Councilman spoke of the importance of the Amer...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Dedicate Part of Shirley’s McGraw Street as Jack O’Loughlin

Farmingville, NY –  On June 13, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico unveiled an honorary street sign at the corner of McGraw Street and Oak Avenue in Shirley in honor and memory of the late Jack O&am...

Supervisor Romaine & Councilwoman Cartright Celebrate 170th Anniversary of Setauket’s Bethel AME

Farmingville, NY –  On June 10, and Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright were on hand to celebrate the 170th Anniversary of the Bethel AME Church in Setauket. The Three Village Community joined in, taking part in ...

Supervisor Romaine, Councilwoman Cartright & Town Clerk Lent Attend Sunshine Prevention Center

Farmingville, NY –  On June 9, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right), Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (center) and Town Clerk Donna Lent (left) attended the Sunshine Alternative Education and Prevention Center’s 2017 Moving Forward ...

Financial Audit Shows Town in Full Compliance, Decreased Spending & Fund Balances Improved

Farmingville, NY - At the June 12 Town Board Work Session, Supervisor Ed Romaine announced that the Town of Brookhaven's annual audit has been completed and shows that there were no control findings, indicating theTown is in full compliance. It also repor...

Brookhaven Town Councilman Recognizes Suffolk Transportation, Inc. Personnel

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town Councilman Dan Panico recently attended Personnel Appreciation Day at Suffolk Transportation Inc.’s Coram Depot. He thanked employees for helping to ensure the safe passage of their riders, ...

Supervisor Romaine Attends 6th Annual Tri-Hamlet Community Day Celebration at Manor of Saint George

Farmingville, NY –  On Saturday June 3, Supervisor Ed Romaine attended the 6th Annual Tri-Hamlet Community Day celebration at the Manor of Saint George in Shirley. The event offered tours to some of the most historic sites throughout th...

Councilwoman Bonner and Town Clerk Lent Celebrate Grand Opening of AHRC Sensory Garden in Shoreham

Farmingville, NY –  Recently, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Town Clerk Donna Lent were on hand for the grand opening of the Suffolk County Association for Habilitation and Residential Care (AHRC) Sensory Garden in Shoreham. It is the AHR...

Statement by Supervisor Ed Romaine Regarding the Ambulance Fire at Brookhaven Memorial Hospital

Farmingville, NY –  “At approximately 8:30 a.m. on Friday morning, an ambulance from the Mastic Ambulance Company pulled into the Emergency Room entrance of Brookhaven Memorial Hospital and Medical Center in East Patchogue. Shortly thereafter, sm...

Brookhaven Town Councilman and Town Board Recognize Manorville Volunteer Firefighter

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town Councilman Dan Panico and his colleagues on the Town Board recently honored Manorville Volunteer Firefighter Matthew Thomas for his part in saving the life of a man who was in cardiac arrest in a rest...

Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico Congratulate Moriches Resident Tony Liberti

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Councilman Dan Panico (right) recently attended a Roast and Toast of Moriches for resident and longtime business owner Tony Liberti. The event was sponsored by the Cha...

Brookhaven Town Disability Task Force Hosts Successful Networking Event

Farmingville, NY – On May 11, the Brookhaven Town Disability Task Force held an event at Town Hall to bring together organizations that provide services to children with disabilities. The meeting was conducted by Task Force Chairwoman Marlene Pa...

Supervisor Romaine Warns Residents of Recycling Violations Scam

Farmingville, NY – Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine is warning about a scam targeting residents that claims they are in violation of recycling codes and demands payment of a fine ranging from $50 to $1000. The scam was uncovered after a Bro...

Town Clerk Lent Attends Unveiling of Lillian Devere Historic Marker in Lake Ronkonkoma

Farmingville, NY – On May 13, Brookhaven Town Clerk Donna Lent (second from right) attended the unveiling of a historic marker in honor of Lillian Devere, founding member of the Lake Ronkonkoma Equal Rights Suffrage Club. The Lake Ronko...

Councilman LaValle Honors Macy’s in Lake Grove as May Business of the Month in Council District 3

Farmingville, NY –  At the May 11 Town Board meeting, Councilman Kevin LaValle honored Macy’s at Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove as the Business of the Month for May in Council District 3. The award is given each month to a bus...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Eagle Scout from Troop 204 in Miller Place

Farmingville, NY –  On May 8, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) and Highway Superintendent Dan Losquadro attended the Sound Beach Civic Association meeting at the Sound Beach Fire Headquarters where they honored Eagle Scout Stephen Saric...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Mount Sinai Fire Department at Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On May 6, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Mount Sinai Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at Majestic Gardens in Rocky Point to honor the company’s members for their service to the ...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Friends of St. Patrick at Rocky Point Lions Club “Taste of Long Island”

Farmingville, NY –  On May 3, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) attended the Rocky Point Lions Club tenth annual “Taste of Long Island” where she honored the Friends of St. Patrick for their service to the community. ...

Supervisor Romaine Celebrates the 100th Anniversary of Brown’s Jeep Chrysler Dodge in Patchogue

Farmingville, NY –  On Thursday, May 4 Supervisor Ed Romaine joined the Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Brown's Jeep Chrysler Dodge in Patchogue. Brown's, located on Route 112, opened in 1917 ...

Councilwoman Bonner Thanks Bill Reitzig, Father Frank & Residents for Making Hope Walk for Addiction

Farmingville, NY –  Councilwoman Jane Bonner, a co-sponsor of the Hope Walk for Addiction, has announced that the event raised $35,573 to benefit Hope House Ministries in Port Jefferson for the work that they do to help fight drug and a...

Councilwoman Cartright Serves as Judge at Stony Brook School Declamation Contest

Farmingville, NY –  On April 23, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright was honored to serve as one of the distinguished judges at the final presentations of the 27th Annual Declamation Contest at the Stony Brook School. This upper ...

Councilman Foley Thanks Boy Scout from Troop 329 for Completing Project at Blue Point Nature Preserv

Farmingville, NY –  On Saturday, April 29, Councilman Neil Foley stopped by the Town’s Blue Point Nature Preserve to thank Boy Scout Connor Spencer (center) from Troop 329 who painted markers delineating quarter mile increment...

Councilman LaValle and the Town Board Honor Ms. Senior New York 2017 from Lake Ronkonkoma

Farmingville, NY –  At the April 27 Town Board Meeting, Councilman Kevin LaValle and the Town Board honored Lee Ann Brill who was name Ms. Senior of New York 2017. Lee Ann, who lives in Lake Ronkonkoma, has a diverse background in music...

Brookhaven Saves Taxpayers $7.15 Million Thanks to Town’s Sound Fiscal Practices

Town Refinances Bonds, Reducing Interest Rate to 1.65% from over 4%

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine today announced that the Town will save $7.15 million over the next decade through a major bond refin...

Registration & Sponsorship Opportunities Available for “Hope Walk for Addiction” at Cedar Beach

Farmingville, NY –  On April 22, Councilwoman Jane Bonner, the Town of Brookhaven and Hope House Ministries will co-sponsor the Hope Walk for Addiction in memory of Billy Reitzig of Miller Place. Billy tragically passed away from a firs...

Donate Blood at the Town of Brookhaven's "Life Saving" Blood Drive on April 25

Farmingville, NY –  On April 25, Brookhaven Town will be holding a blood drive from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm in the 2nd floor auditorium at Town Hall, One Independence Hill in Farmingville. The event is co-sponsored by the Town and Long Islan...

Councilwoman Cartright Joins Long Island’s Largest Easter Egg Hunt in Stony Brook

Farmingville, NY –  On April 14, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright joined many Brookhaven families and friends at Long Island’s Largest Easter Egg Hunt and Festival at the Holiday Inn Express in Stony Brook. Suffolk County Leg...

Councilman Loguercio Joins the Easter Bunny at Medford Assembly of God Church Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Farmingville, NY –  On April 8, Councilman Michael Loguercio joined the Easter Bunny and hundreds of families and children from all over Brookhaven Town to enjoy the Medford Assembly of God Church’s 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt....

Councilman LaValle Honors Members of the Selden Fire Department at Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On April 8, Councilman Kevin LaValle attended the Selden Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at Villa Lombardi’s in Holbrook. At the event, he honored the 2016 Members of the Year, member...

Councilwomen Cartright and Bonner attend the Vigiano Brothers Sons of Italy Officers Installation Di

Farmingville, NY –  Recently, Councilwomen Valerie M. Cartright (standing, left) and Jane Bonner (standing, right) attended the installation of officers of the Vigiano Brothers Lodge #3436 Order Sons of Italy in America. The event, held...

Councilman LaValle Honors Albert’s Pizza as April Business of the Month in Council District 3

Farmingville, NY –  At the April 6th Town Board meeting, Councilman Kevin LaValle (fourth from left) honored Albert’s Pizza as Business of the Month for March in Council District 3. The award is given to a business deserving s...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Suffrage Movement Leaders at Long Island Suffrage Trailhead Event

Farmingville, NY –  On April 1, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined members of the Islip area branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) at Shoreham Village Hall to initiate the Long Island Suffrage Trail. The association...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Miller Place Fire Department at their Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On, April 1, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Miller Place Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at Atlantis Marine World in Riverhead. During the event, the Councilwoman honored the company mem...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Panico Attend Boy Scout Troop 414 Eagle Court of Honor

Farmingville, NY –  On April 2, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Dan Panico attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Matthew Towle and Matthew Schneider from Troop 414 in Center Moriches. The event was held at the VFW Post 414 in...

Councilwoman Cartright Recognizes Meals on Wheels Volunteers

Farmingville, NY –  Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright joined Suffolk County Legislator Kara Hahn and New York State Assemblyman Steve Englebright at the Annual The Three Village Meals on Wheels Volunteer Recognition Luncheon. The event,...

Standard & Poor’s Global Rating Re-Affirms Brookhaven Town’s AAA Financial Rating as Stable Outlook

Brookhaven Earns Higher Rating than U.S. Government; Town commended for very strong management, with strong financial policies and practices

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine is pleased to report that S&P Global Rat...

Councilwoman Cartright Honors Three Village Historical Society Award Recipients

Farmingville, NY –  On March 22, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (left) honored the recipients of the Three Village Historical Society Awards during a ceremony and dinner held at the Old Field Club. Each year, the society presents the...

Councilman LaValle Hosts New York State Citizen Preparedness Corps Training Program at Selden Fire

Farmingville, NY –  On March 28, Councilman Kevin J. LaValle hosted the New York State Citizen Preparedness Corps Training Program at the Selden Fire Department headquarters. More than 150 people attended the event where representatives...

2017 State of the Town “Building on Strength, Protecting Our Future, Moving Brookhaven Forward"

Farmingville, NY –  On March 23, Supervisor Ed Romaine delivered his fifth State of the Town address in the auditorium at Brookhaven Town Hall. The theme of the address was “Building on Strength, Protecting Our Future, Moving ...

Supervisor Romaine and Brookhaven Village Mayors Meet to Work on Municipal Consolidation Plans

Town is among six local governments in the running for $20 million award

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine (standing) and the mayors of eight incorporated villages within the Town of Brookhaven recently met a...

Councilwoman Bonner, Town of Brookhaven & Hope House Ministries Co-Sponsor Hope Walk for Addiction

Farmingville, NY –  On April 22, Councilwoman Jane Bonner, the Town of Brookhaven and Hope House Ministries will co-sponsor the Hope Walk for Addiction in memory of Billy Reitzig of Miller Place. Billy tragically passed away from a firs...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors Eagle Scouts from Troop 204 in Miller Place

Farmingville, NY –  On March 18, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (left) attended the Boy Scouts of America Court of Honor ceremony for (left to right) James Gannon, Nicholas Mammina, Tyler Rouse and Charles Smith from Troop 204 in Miller Place...

Councilman LaValle to Host New York State Citizen Preparedness Corps Training Program

Farmingville, NY –  On Tuesday, March 28, Brookhaven Town Councilman Kevin J. LaValle will host the New York State Citizen Preparedness Corps Training Program at the Selden Fire Department headquarters located at 44 Woodmere Place in Se...

Councilwoman Cartright Joins Stony Brook University at “First to 100” Announcement

Farmingville, NY –  On March 9, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (third from right) joined in congratulating and recognizing Stony Brook University on their latest achievement. Led by University President Samuel Stanley, Jr. (...

Councilman LaValle Honors Sunrise Construction as March Business of the Month in Council District 3

Farmingville, NY –  At the March 2 Town Board meeting, Councilman Kevin LaValle (fourth from left) honored Sunrise Construction in Farmingville as Business of the Month for March in Council District 3. The award is given to a business d...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Members of East Moriches Ambulance Company at Annual Installation Dinnr

Farmingville, NY –  On Saturday, March 4, Supervisor Ed Romaine attended the East Moriches Ambulance Company’s Annual Installation Dinner at the Bellport Country Club. During the event, the Supervisor honored the company&r...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Members of the Medford Ambulance Company at Annual Installation Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On Saturday, March 4, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) attended Medford Ambulance Company’s Annual Installation Dinner at Atlantis Aquarium in Riverhead. During the event, the Supervisor honored the company&am...

Councilmember Foley & Great South Bay Coalition Set Family Friendly Alcohol Free Zone at Parade

Farmingville, NY –  Councilmember Neil Foley has announced that he will partner with the Great South Bay Coalition to host a “Family Friendly Alcohol Free Zone” during the Bayport-Blue Point Chamber of Commerce 27th ...

Historic Mural Comes Home to Town Hall

Farmingville, NY – Recently, Supervisor Ed Romaine was joined by Town officials to mark the Town Hall lobby installation of the historic mural that was displayed for over 60 years in the former Town Hall building in Patchogue. This artifact of B...

Councilmembers LaValle, Foley and Loguercio Host Successful Blood Drive in Farmingville

Farmingville, NY – On February 23, Councilmembers Kevin LaValle, Neil Foley and Michael Loguercio hosted the Town’s first blood drive of the year at the Portuguese-American Center of Farmingville. The event was held in partnership with...

Supervisor Romaine & Councilmember Panico Congratulate Boy Scouts on Arrow of Light Achievement

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine (back row, third from left) and Councilmember Dan Panico (back row, second from right) attended the Blue and Gold Ceremony held for members of Boy Scout Troop 29 of East Moriches, on Saturday Fe...

Supervisor Romaine & Councilmember Cartright Honor Stony Brook FD Firefighters at Dinner

Farmingville, NY –  On February 11, Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) and Councilmember Valerie M. Cartright (left) attended Stony Brook Fire Department’s Annual Installation Dinner at Flowerfield in St. James to honor the compan...

Supervisor Romaine Honors Shirley Royal Rangers Gold Medal of Achievement Recipients

Farmingville, NY –  On February 11, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) attended the Royal Rangers Gold Medal of Achievement, Court of Honor Ceremony at the Assembly of God in Shirley. During the event, the Supervisor presented Certificates o...

Councilmember Cartright Swears In New Officers of the North Brookhaven Chamber of Commerce

Farmingville, NY –  On January 16, 2017, at their Holiday Party program, Councilmember Valerie M. Cartright (right) was honored to swear in the officers and board members of the North Brookhaven Chamber of Commerce. The chamber serves S...

Councilmember Cartright Celebrates Lunar New Year with Suffolk County Asian American Advisory Board

Farmingville, NY –  On January 23, Councilmember Valerie M. Cartright gave opening remarks to start the Lunar New Year Celebration at the Holiday Inn Express in Stony Brook. The annual celebration and Community Cultural Program featured...

Brookhaven Councilmember Dan Panico Named Honorary Member of Mastic Beach Ambulance Company

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town Councilmember Dan Panico (right) was recently named an Honorary Member of the Mastic Beach Ambulance Company at their annual installation ceremony held on Saturday, February 4, at East Wind Caterers i...

Councilmember Bonner Hosts Town Hall Meeting with Girl Scout Troops from Rocky Point

Farmingville, NY –  On February 3, Councilmember Jane Bonner welcomed Girl Scouts from Troops 2581 and 3164 in Rocky Point to Town Hall. The group met in the Town Council conference room where Councilmember Bonner joined in a lively dis...

Councilman Loguercio Celebrates Grand Opening of Middle Island McDonald’s

Farmingville, NY – On January 29, Councilman Michael Loguercio (second from right) was on hand to celebrate the grand opening ribbon cutting of the McDonald’s restaurant in Middle Island. The Councilman was joined by Middle Island Civi...

Councilman Panico and the Town Board Honor Hero Suffolk County Police Officer Joseph Goss

Farmingville, NY – On January 24, Councilman Dan Panico (right) and the Brookhaven Town Board honored Suffolk County 7th Precinct Police Officer Joseph Goss (center) for risking his life when he jumped through the passenger side window of a movi...

Councilman LaValle Honors Moller’s Sandwich Shop as January Business of the Month in District 3

Farmingville, NY –  At the January 24 Town Board meeting, Councilman Kevin LaValle (second from left) honored Moller’s Sandwich Shop in Farmingville as Business of the Month for January in Council District 3. The award is give...

Supervisor Romaine Honors New Eagle Scout from Troop 356 in Centereach

Farmingville, NY –  On Sunday, January 8, Supervisor Ed Romaine (right) attended the Eagle Court of Honor for Anthony Michael Joy (left) of Boy Scout Troop 356 in Centereach who attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank in the ...

Councilwoman Bonner Honors New Eagle Scouts from Troop 161 of Shoreham

Farmingville, NY –  On January 7, Councilwoman Jane Bonner attended the Court of Honor ceremony for four members of Boy Scout Troop 161 in Shoreham who attained rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank in the Boy Scouts of America. At the ...

Councilman Dan Panico Congratulates Moriches Yacht Club Officers at Annual Change of Watch Ceremony

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Town Councilman Dan Panico recently attended the installation of officers of the Moriches Yacht Club in Center Moriches. At the event, he presented each officer with a Certificate of Recognition for their ...