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Town Board Recognizes Student Artists at the “Brookhaven’s Got Talent Student Art Show”

Farmingville, NY – On May 4, Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Brookhaven Town Board welcomed the participants of the 2023 “Brookhaven’s Got Talent Student Art Show.” The theme of this year’s Art Show...

Town Youth Board Accepting Submissions for the Annual “Brookhaven’s Got Talent Student Art Show"

Farmingville, NY – – Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced the Town’s Youth Board is accepting submissions of artwork for its annual “Brookhaven’s Got Talent Student Art Show” taking place...

Town Accepts Donation of Prom Dresses for Youth Bureau’s “Prom Wishes Come True Boutique

Farmingville, NY – – On March 7, Lindsay Blaszcyk, (center) a teacher and union delegate at South Country Central School District, stopped by Brookhaven Town Hall prior to a trip to Albany to lobby for mental health funding for schools. At Town H...

Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau Launches “Girl Talk” Free Support Group for Teen Girls

Farmingville, NY – – On Monday, February 27, the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau launched Girl Talk, the free support group for girls. “Girl Talk” is a small group discussion that will cover a variety of topics that are important to girls from 13...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Makes Prom Wishes Come True

Farmingville, NY – The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau provides teens with an opportunity to attend their prom in style, regardless of financial constraints. The Prom Boutique, located on the second floor in Brookhaven Town Hall, is out...

Supervisor Romaine Thanks NYS Senator Weik for Collecting Hundreds of Toys for the INTERFACE Toy

Farmingville, NY – – On December 19, Supervisor Ed Romaine paid a visit to the “North Pole,” located at the Town of Brookhaven’s INTERFACE Program headquarters in Patchogue. He was there to accept...

Brookhaven Town Board Honors 2022 Youth Volunteer Award Recipients

Farmingville, NY – – At the December 1 Brookhaven Town Board Meeting, the recipients of the 2022 Youth Volunteer Awards were presented to residents from each council district who assist young people in the community. The Town ...

Town and JVC Broadcasting to Hold Live, On-Air INTERFACE Toy Drive on December 16 at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY – – On December 16, all five JVC Broadcasting radio stations will broadcast live from the Brookhaven Town Hall lobby to promote the Town’s INTERFACE Toy Drive. Many of the popular personalities from ...

Town Youth Bureau INTERFACE and JVC Broadcasting Food Drive

Farmingville, NY – – On November 19 and 20, the Town of Brookhaven’s INTERFACE Program and JVC Broadcasting hosted a food drive event at Compare Foods in Patchogue. The 12,008 pounds of food collected by the drive pr...

JVC Broadcasting to Host Annual Food Drive to Support the Brookhaven INTERFACE Program

Farmingville, NY – – With the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, JVC Broadcasting and its roster of five radio stations is once again hosting their annual food drive to support the Brookhaven INTERFACE Program. This year’s two-day event wi...

Town and All Suffolk Car Clubs to Hold Annual Charity Car Show, Food and Toy Drive on November 13

Farmingville, NY – – The Brookhaven Youth Bureau is teaming up with All Suffolk Car Clubs to present their Annual Charity Car Show, Food and Toy Drive on Sunday, November 13 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 pm at Brookhaven Town Hall, located at One Indepe...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Town to Co-Sponsor Red Knights Motorcycle Club “Teddy Bear Run"

Farmingville, NY – – Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE program will host the Red Knights Motorcycle Club New York Chapter 26 Teddy Bear Run on November 20. Each year, the cl...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Annual INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive Begins October 14

Farmingville, NY – – Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Youth Bureau INTERFACE Program’s Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive will run from October 14 to November 14. INTERFACE is a partnership between individual...

Brookhaven Town Honors Youth Volunteer Award Recipients

Farmingville, NY – -Proud, smiling faces filled the Brookhaven Town Hall auditorium on May 26 for the 2020-2021 Youth Volunteer Awards. The awards recognize residents from each council district who assist young people in the community, ...

Town Youth Bureau Offers Free Screening of Documentary “Angst, Raising Awareness Around Anxiety”

Farmingville, NY – On February 1 at 7:00 pm, the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau will present a virtual screening of the documentary “Angst, Raising Awareness Around Anxiety,” featuring Olympic Gold Medal winner Mich...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Annual Brookhaven Youth Bureau Interface Coat Drive

Farmingville, NY – Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau will hold its Annual Interface Coat Drive from January 10 to February 11 to help residents in need stay warm this winter. Donations of new o...

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

Farmingville, NY – In keeping with the true spirit of the holiday season, Brookhaven residents opened their hearts in a big way by donating thousands of toys at the Town’s INTERFACE Toy Drive. The event, held on December 10 in...

Supervisor Romaine, Councilman Foley and NY State Senator Weik Visit the Town’s INTERFACE Toy Drive

Farmingville, NY – On December 6, Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Neil Foley visited the “North Pole” at the Town of Brookhaven’s INTERFACE Program headquarters in Patchogue to accept gift donations fr...

Town Youth Bureau INTERFACE Food Drive Helps More Than 1,000 Families in Need with Thanksgiving

Farmingville, NY – Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced the Town of Brookhaven’s annual Youth Bureau INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive provided holiday meals for 1,016 families in need and the total amount of food collected came to 8,636 pounds. O...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Live, On-Air INTERFACE Toy Drive on December 10 at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY – On December 10, all five JVC Broadcasting radio stations will broadcast live from the Brookhaven Town Hall lobby to promote the Town’s INTERFACE Toy Drive. All the popular personalities from My Country 96.1,...

JVC Broadcasting to Host Annual Food Drive to Support the Brookhaven INTERFACE Program

Farmingville, NY – With the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, JVC Broadcasting and its roster of five radio stations is once again hosting their annual food drive to support the Brookhaven INTERFACE Program. This year’...

Town to Co-Sponsor Red Knights Motorcycle Club NY Chapter 26 “Teddy Bear Run” on November 21

Farmingville, NY – On Sunday, November 21, the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE program will host the Red Knights Motorcycle Club New York Chapter 26 Teddy Bear Run. Each year, the club holds this event to collect donations of ...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Raises Awareness for Drug Abuse Prevention in Honor of Red Ribbon Week

Farmingville, NY - In recognition of Red Ribbon Week, the Brookhaven Youth Bureau will be offering opportunities for drug awareness and prevention from October 23 through October 31, including continuing to offer free drug testing kits for parent...

Town to Hold Annual Charity Car Show, Food and Toy Drive on November 7 to Help Families in Need

Farmingville, NY – The Brookhaven Youth Bureau is teaming up with All Suffolk Car Clubs to present their Annual Charity Car Show, Food and Toy Drive on Sunday, November 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 pm (rain or shine) at Brookhaven Town Hall...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Successful Back to School Drive Results

Farmingville, NY – Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Back to School Drive has sent more than 700 students back to school with the necessary supplies they need to learn. Th...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Annual INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive Begins October 15

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

Town of Brookhaven’s Youth Bureau Launches Annual INTERFACE Back to School Drive

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Back to School Drive will begin on Friday, July 30 and run through Friday, August 27. Last year, the INTERFACE Program collected enough supplies to help 1,200 children i...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Holds Virtual Job Training Program

Farmingville, NY – For the second year in a row, the Brookhaven Youth Bureau is holding a Virtual Job Training Workshops Program for youth ranging from 16 to 24 years old. The program will run Monday through Friday from May 24 through J...

Brookhaven Town Declares May as Mental Health Awareness Month

Farmingville, NY – On April 15, the Brookhaven Town Board voted unanimously to designate March 2021 as Mental Health Awareness Month in the Town of Brookhaven. The Town of Brookhaven encourages its residents, government agencies, public...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Thank Residents and Local Businesses for Contributions

Farmingville, NY – Due to the hardship the COVID-19 pandemic has brought to many families, the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Program held an emergency food drive to help those who have been affected. The drive to...

Brookhaven Town Declares May as Mental Health Awareness Month

Farmingville, NY – On April 15, the Brookhaven Town Board voted unanimously to designate May 2021 as Mental Health Awareness Month in the Town of Brookhaven. The Town of Brookhaven encourages its residents, government agencies, public a...

Drug Testing Kits Available from Town’s Youth Bureau

Farmingville, NY – With recent reports showing drug abuse is on the rise in Suffolk County, Supervisor Edward P. Romaine would like to remind parents and guardians that free drug testing kits are available from the Town of Brookhaven&am...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Emergency Food Drive to Help Residents Affected by COVID-19 Pandemic

Farmingville, NY – Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Program is holding an emergency food drive to help residents in need who have been affected by the COVID-19...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Thank Residents for Response to 2021 Coat Drive

Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the 2021 Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Coat Drive collected 1,006 coats and several pairs of winter gloves, hats and scarves. The items, generously donated by residents, have been distributed to several ...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Free Seminar for Prospective College Students

Farmingville, NY - On March 30, the Brookhaven Youth Bureau and Suffolk Community College will host a free and virtual seminar for parents and students who are interested in enrolling in college. Please visit the Town website to learn more about ...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE Toy Drive Helps 1,181 Families in Need Have a Happy Holiday

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE program’s 2020 Holiday Toy Drive provided toys for 1,181 families in need, including 6,337 children. More than 72 businesses and c...

Town Youth Bureau INTERFACE Food Drive Helps 965 Families in Need with Thanksgiving Day Meals

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven’s annual Youth Bureau INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive provided holiday meals for 965 families, feeding a total of 4,342 people. The Youth Bureau INTERF...

JVC Broadcasting to Partner with Brookhaven Town to Hold Outdoor Toy Drive at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - On Friday, December 11, all five JVC Broadcasting Radio Stations will broadcast from the Brookhaven Town Hall south parking lot from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to promote the Town’s INTERFACE Toy Drive. All the popular on-air ...

Supervisor Romaine Joins Red Knights Motorcycle Club during “Drive-In Drop-Off” Toy Run at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - On Sunday, November 22, Supervisor Ed Romaine (center) was at Brookhaven Town Hall to thank the Red Knights Motorcycle Club New York Chapter 26 for their co-sponsorship of the “Drive-In Drop-Off” Toy Run. Th...

JVC Broadcasting to Host Annual Food Drive to Support the Brookhaven INTERFACE Program

Farmingville, NY - With the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, JVC Broadcasting and its roster of five radio stations is once again hosting their annual food drive to support the Brookhaven INTERFACE Program. This year’s two-day ...

Town to Co-Sponsor Red Knights Motorcycle Club NY Chapter 26 “Drive-In Drop-Off” Toy Run

Farmingville, NY - On Sunday, November 22 from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon, the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE program will host the Red Knights Motorcycle Club New York Chapter 26 “Drive-In Drop-Off” Toy Run. This year,...

Councilman LaValle Thanks Macy’s Smith Haven Mall for Donation of 1800 Prom Dresses

Farmingville, NY - In the spring of 2021, high school students will be preparing for the prom, and although it will be different because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a beautiful gown is still a necessity. On October 27, Councilman Kevin LaValle (lef...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Raises Awareness for Drug Abuse Prevention in Honor of Red Ribbon Week

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau will carry out timely and meaningful initiatives during Red Ribbon Week, which takes place annually from October 23 through October 31. In response to the murder of DEA Agent Enrique Camarena...

Councilwoman Bonner Thanks ConnieAnne Bayer for Donating Back to School Supplies for Children

Farmingville, NY - On September 24, Councilwoman Jane Bonner welcomed ConnieAnne Bayer, founder of Wine/Treat/Surprise Fairies of Long Island Facebook group to Town Hall to thank her for collecting school supplies for families in need. Her organi...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Presents: Straight Outta Quaran-Teen

Farmingville, NY - With the COVID-19 pandemic posing new challenges as students return to school, the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau is holding its Straight Outta Quaran-Teen Episodes for youth ages 12-16 years old. The virtual discussions will ...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Provides COVID-19 Related Counseling Services

Farmingville, NY - The COVID-19 Pandemic poses new challenges to all students as they return to school this fall. With the many new plans in place, fear and anxiety can be overwhelming and lead to strong emotion. Youth are often unable to identif...

Town of Brookhaven’s Youth Bureau Launches Annual INTERFACE Back to School Drive

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Back to School Drive has begun and will run through Friday, August 28. Last year, the INTERFACE Program collected enough supplies to help more than 1,300 children in nee...

Drug Testing Kits Are Available Through Town’s Youth Bureau

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Edward P. Romaine would like to remind parents that free drug testing kits are available through the Town of Brookhaven’s Youth Bureau, located at 1 Independence Hill in Farmingville. The Town receives the ...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Holds Virtual Job Training Program

Farmingville, NY - The Brookhaven Youth Bureau is holding a Virtual Job Training Workshops Program for youth ranging from 16 to 21 years of age. The program will run Monday through Friday until August 14. Anyone who is interested in participating...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Thank Residents for Response to 2020 Coat Drive

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Coat Drive collected more than 2100 coats, and numerous pairs of winter boots, hats, gloves and scarves. The items, generously dona...

Supervisor Reminds Brookhaven About Youth Bureau’s Counseling, Support and Educational Services

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Edward P. Romaine would like to remind Brookhaven residents about the many programs and services provided by the Town’s Youth Bureau. The Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s mission is to support and encour...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Youth Bureau’s 2020 Coat Drive is Off to a Great Start

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the 2020 Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE Coat Drive is off to a tremendous start. As of February 4, 1,500 coats have been collected, as well as many winter hats, gloves and sca...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau to Hold Teen Dating Violence Awareness Workshops in February

Farmingville, NY - The Brookhaven Youth Bureau will hold Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Workshops in February for youth ranging from 16 to 21 years old. February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. On J...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Celebrates Unity Day at Suffolk Community College

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau recently participated in Unity Day 2020 at Suffolk County Community College’s Michael J. Grant Campus in Brentwood. The program was created for middle and high school students in Su...

Brookhaven Town Encourages Youth to Participate in Unity Day 2020 at SC Community College

Farmingville, NY - On January 14, Unity Day 2020 will be held at Suffolk County Community College’s Michael J. Grant Campus, located on Crooked Hill Road in Brentwood. Unity Day 2020 is a chance for students to learn the value in building communi...

Councilman LaValle Announces Substance Abuse Education Workshop for Parents

Farmingville, NY - In an ongoing effort to combat drug and alcohol abuse in Town of Brookhaven, Councilman Kevin LaValle has announced a Substance Abuse Education Workshop for Parents. The event, hosted by the Town’s Youth Bureau, will ...

Brookhaven's Toy and Thanksgiving Food Drives Help a Record Number of Families

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Program’s 2019 Holiday Toy Drive and Thanksgiving Food Drive helped a record number of families in 2019. The Toy Drive...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Live, On-Air INTERFACE Toy Drive on December 13 at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - On December 13, all five JVC Broadcasting radio stations will broadcast live from Brookhaven Town Hall to promote the Town’s INTERFACE Toy Drive. All the popular personalities from My Country 96.1, LI News Radio 103.9...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Holds Successful Substance Abuse Program During Red Ribbon Week

Farmingville, NY - On October 29, the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau hosted an “Anxiety, Depression and Substance Abuse Workshop” for parents and professionals at Brookhaven Town Hall. Approximately 30 residents participated in the program which...

Supervisor Romaine and Brookhaven Youth Bureau Host Vaping Seminar for Parents and Professionals

Farmingville, NY - On October 28, Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Brookhaven Youth Bureau held a well-attended Vaping Seminar for parents and professionals at Brookhaven Town Hall. Many people who participated in the seminar work in the field of hu...

Town of Brookhaven Youth Board Holds First “Brookhaven’s Got Talent Student Art Show”

Farmingville, NY - On October 29, 70 residents attended the Town of Brookhaven Youth Board’s first “Brookhaven’s Got Talent Student Art Show.” Students enrolled in seventh through twelfth grade were asked t...

Annual Charity Car Show, Food and Toy Drive on November 10 to Help Families in Need

Farmingville, NY -  The Brookhaven Youth Bureau is teaming up with All Suffolk Car Clubs to present their Annual Charity Car Show, Food and Toy Drive on Sunday, November 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This annual event is sure to be fun for the e...

Brookhaven Town Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Farmingville, NY -  On October 11, approximately 300 people attended the Town of Brookhaven’s Sixth Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration hosted by Brookhaven’s Hispanic Advisory Board. During the celebration of Hispanic ...

JVC Broadcasting to Host Annual Food Drive to Support the INTERFACE Program on November 23 and 24

Farmingville, NY -  The weekly With the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, JVC Broadcasting and its roster of five radio stations is once again hosting their annual “Food Fight Against Hunger” food drive to support the Brookhaven INTERFACE...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Successful Results For Back to School Supply Drive

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Back to School Supply Drive has sent almost 1,300 students back to school with the necessary supplies they need to learn. This ...

Town Launches Annual Back to School Supply Drive

Farmingville, NY -  The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Back to School Supply Drive will begin on Monday, July 29 and run through Wednesday, August 28. Collection centers are located in the lobby of Town Hall at One Independ...

Supervisor Romaine Welcomes Mastic Fire Department to Brookhaven Regeneration Camp in Shirley

Farmingville, NY -  On July 15, Supervisor Ed Romaine 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 lesso...

Brookhaven Town Hosts Timely NARCAN Training Program

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau is hosting a free substance abuse awareness and opioid overdose prevention training program on Wednesday, August 7 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Brookhaven Town Hall, located at 1 Independence ...

Brookhaven Town Honors Volunteers at 39th Annual Youth Volunteer Awards

Farmingville, NY -  There was an exuberant energy filling Brookhaven Town Hall auditorium on May 10 for the 39th Annual Youth Volunteer Awards. The awards recognize residents from each council district who assist young people in the community, wh...

Romaine and Brookhaven Youth Bureau Host New Trends in Substance Abuse and Addiction Program

Farmingville, NY –  On May 1, Supvervisor Ed Romaine and the Brookhaven Youth Bureau hosted the “New Trends in Substance Abuse and Addiction Program” at Brookhaven Town Hall. The program was conducted by Long Island ...

Councilwoman Bonner Attends Substance Abuse and Mental Health Community Forum at Rocky Point HS

Farmingville, NY –  On April 10, Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined with staff from the Town’s Youth Bureau at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Community Forum held at Rocky Point High School. The event was designed for stud...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Announce ReGeneration Summer Camp Registration

Farmingville, NY –  The weather outside is finally getting warmer and that means the Brookhaven Youth Bureau is preparing for ReGeneration Summer Camp registration. The mission of Regeneration Summer Camp is to provide children ages 5 t...

Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau Provides Social Media Safety Forum to Students at John F. Kennedy MS

Farmingville, NY –  On March 12, the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau conducted a Social Media Safety Forum for more than 700 students at John F. Kennedy Middle School in Port Jefferson Station. The presenters from the Youth Bureau were ...

Supervisor Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Announce ABC’s of Bullying Program

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine and Councilman Michael Loguercio have announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau will be holding an ABC’s of Bullying Program that will benefit both parents and students. The p...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Workshops for Parents

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau will be holding workshops for parents and guardians at Town Hall, located at 1 Independence Hill in Farmingville. The workshops being offer...

Sup. Romaine and Councilman Loguercio Thank Residents for Tremendous Response to 2019 Coat Drive

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Coat Drive collected more than 700 coats, and over 300 pairs of winter boots, hats, gloves and scarves. The items, gener...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Makes Prom Wishes Come True

Farmingville, NY – The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau wants to provide teens with an opportunity to attend their prom in style, regardless of financial constraints. The Prom Boutique, located on the second floor in Brookhaven Town Hall, is outfi...

Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau to Host “What’s Next?” College and Trade Fair for Youth

Farmingville, NY –  On March 5, the Brookhaven Youth Bureau will hold a “What’s Next?” College and Trade Fair for students who are interested in enrolling in college and finding a career that suits their in...

Induction of New Members of the Brookhaven Youth Court at the Boys and Girls Club of Bellport

Farmingville, NY –  On January 24, Supervisor Ed Romaine (second from left) and members of the Town Council attended the induction ceremony of the Brookhaven Youth Court at the Boys and Girls Club of the Bellport Area. The court is one ...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Meaningful Workshops for Brookhaven Youth

Farmingville, NY – Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau will be holding meaningful workshops at Town Hall, located at 1 Independence Hill in Farmingville. The workshops being offered are:Job Readi...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Provides Excellent Internship Opportunities for Graduate Students

Farmingville, NY – The Brookhaven Youth Bureau provides excellent opportunities for second year level master’s degree social work and mental health counseling student interns. The Bureau works in partnership with Adelphi University, Stony Brook U...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Toy Drive Helped a Record Number of Families in 2018

Farmingville, NY – Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the 2018 Holiday Toy Drive hosted by the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Program helped a record number of families in 2018. The Toy Drive provided toys f...

Town Adopts Code Amendment to Change the Definition of Youth from 18 to 24 Years of Age

Farmingville, NY –  At the December 20 Town Board Meeting, a public hearing was held to consider raising the age that the Town’s Youth Bureau recognizes “youth” from 18 to 24 years of age. The new Town Code...

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

Farmingville, NY –  On December 14, 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...

Town’s First Ever “Brookhaven’s Got Talent Poetry Slam” Was a Tremendous Success

Farmingville, NY –  On December 13, the auditorium at Brookhaven Town Hall was buzzing with the proud and smiling faces of student-authors and their parents. More than 60 residents attended the first “Brookhaven’s Go...

Councilman LaValle Accepts Generous Holiday Toy Drive Donation from Selden Target Store

Farmingville, NY –  On December 10, Councilman Kevin LaValle visited the new Target store in Selden to accept a donation of a $500 gift card and various toys in support of the Town of Brookhaven’s Youth Bureau INTERFACE Toy Dr...

INTERFACE Program Provides more than 1,140 Families in Need with Thanksgiving Day Meals

Farmingville, NY –  This year the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive provided more families in need with hearty Thanksgiving meals that it ever has before. Through the drive 1,144 families and ...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Live, On-Air INTERFACE Toy Drive on December 14 at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY –  On December 14, all five JVC Broadcasting radio stations will broadcast live from Brookhaven Town Hall to promote the Town’s INTERFACE Toy Drive. All the popular personalities from My Country 96.1, LI News ...

Councilwoman Bonner, Youth Bureau and Local Pizzerias Sponsor “Stop Underage Drinking” Initiative

Farmingville, NY –  Recently, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and the Town’s Division of Youth Services launched an initiative to raise awareness about the dangers of underage drinking. The Youth Bureau purchased "Stop Underage ...

JVC Broadcasting to Host Annual Food Drive to Support the Brookhaven INTERFACE Program

Farmingville, NY –  With the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, JVC Broadcasting and its roster of five radio stations is once again hosting their annual “Food Fight Against Hunger” food drive to support the B...

Brookhaven Town Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Farmingville, NY –  On October 5th, more than 300 residents attended the Town of Brookhaven’s Fifth Annual Hispanic Heritage Night Celebration, hosted by Brookhaven’s Hispanic Advisory Board. During the annual celebration of Hispanic culture, 64 ...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Annual INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive Begins October 15

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE Program’s Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive will run from October 15 to November 12. INTERFACE is a partnership between individuals, generous corporat...

Teen Drivers and Parents Invited to Attend Free Distracted Driving Program

Farmingville, NY –  Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine, Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and the Town Youth Bureau are working together to present a free, interactive distracted driving program for teen drivers and their parents...

Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau Offers Free Support and Educational Groups

Farmingville, NY –  The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau is offering free support and educational groups to all Town residents ages 14 to 21 years-old and their families. In the month of October, there will be four groups available:&...

Brookhaven Youth Board to Hold “Poetry Slam” Event for Students

Farmingville, NY – The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s volunteer Youth Board is holding its first ever Brookhaven’s Got Talent Poetry Slam! The Youth Board is seeking submissions from students who are currently in ...

Children Learn About Bicycle Safety at Brookhaven’s Youth Bureau ReGeneration Camp

Farmingville, NY – The Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s ReGeneration Camp provides children five through twelve-years-old with safe, fun and enriching experiences. While children in the camps engage socially through various activitie...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau and Councilman Loguercio Host Successful Vaping Seminar

Farmingville, NY - On May 14, the Brookhaven Youth Bureau and Councilman Michael Loguercio held a successful Vaping Seminar Program for parents and students at Brookhaven Town Hall in Farmingville. Representatives from the Suffolk County Health D...

Brookhaven Town Honors Volunteers at 38th Annual Youth Volunteer Awards

Farmingville, NY - Proud, smiling faces filled the Brookhaven Town Hall auditorium on May 4 for the 38th Annual Youth Volunteer Awards. The awards recognize residents from each council district who assist young people in the community, whether they are ad...

Councilman Loguercio and Brookhaven Youth Bureau Host Successful Free College Seminar Program

Farmingville, NY - On March 8, Councilman Michael Loguercio and the Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau held a successful Free College Seminar Program for parents and students at Town Hall. Representatives from Suffolk Community College (SCCC) discussed the coll...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau Provides Opportunities to Make Prom Wishes Come True

Farmingville, NY - The Brookhaven Youth Bureau wants to provide young ladies with an opportunity to attend their prom in style, regardless of financial constraints. The Prom Boutique, located on the second floor in Brookhaven Town Hall, is decorated as a ...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Free Seminar for Prospective College Students

Farmingville, NY - On March 8, the Brookhaven Youth Bureau and Suffolk Community College will host a free seminar for parents and students who are interested in enrolling in college. Representatives from Suffolk Community College will discuss the college ...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE Program’s Food and Toy Drive Results

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE Program’s 2017 Holiday Food Drive and Holiday Toy Drive helped a total of 14,118 people during this past holiday season. The Food Drive pro...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Annual Brookhaven Youth Bureau Interface Coat Drive

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau will hold its Annual Interface Coat Drive from January 12 to February 12 to help residents in need stay warm this winter. Donations of new or gently used clean...

Record Breaking Number of Toys Donated at Town and JVC Broadcasting’s INTERFACE Holiday Toy Drive

Farmingville, NY - In keeping with the true spirit of the holiday season, Brookhaven residents opened their hearts in a big way by donating thousands of toys at the Town’s INTERFACE Toy Drive. The event, held on December 15 in the lobby of Town ...

Supervisor Romaine Thanks Red Knights Motorcycle Club New York Chapter 26 for Their Contributions

Farmingville, NY - On December 7, Supervisor Ed Romaine thanked members of the Red Knights Motorcycle Club New York Chapter 26 for their heartwarming contributions to the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Toy Drive. Each year, the club...

Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Program Provides More Than 940 Families with Thanksgiving

Farmingville, NY - This year the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive provided more families in need with hearty Thanksgiving meals than it ever has before. Through the drive 942 families and a total of 3,912 peopl...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Live, On-Air INTERFACE Toy Drive on December 15 at Town Hall

Farmingville, NY - On December 15, all five JVC Broadcasting radio stations will broadcast live from Brookhaven Town Hall to promote the Town’s INTERFACE Toy Drive. All the popular personalities from My Country 96.1, LI News Radio 103.9, Party 1...

JVC Broadcasting to Host Annual Food Drive to Support the Brookhaven INTERFACE Program

Farmingville, NY - With the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, JVC Broadcasting and its roster of five radio stations is once again hosting their annual “Food Fight Against Hunger” food drive to support Long Island Cares, Inc. -...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Annual Charity Car and Motorcycle Show to Help Families in Need

Farmingville, NY - The Brookhaven Youth Bureau is teaming up with all Custom, Classic and Modified Car, Truck and Motorcycle Clubs to help families in need on Sunday, November 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This annual event is sure to be fun for the entire fam...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Annual INTERFACE Thanksgiving Food Drive Begins October 16

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Brookhaven Youth Bureau INTERFACE Program’s Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive will run from October 16 to November 15. INTERFACE is a partnership between individuals, generous corporat...

Town Launches Annual Back To School Supply Drive

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Back to School Supply Drive will begin on Monday, July 31 and run through Monday, August 28. Collection centers are located in the lobby of Town Hall at One Independence Hill in ...

Brookhaven Town Hosts Two Well Attended Substance Abuse Workshops for Parents

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven’s Youth Bureau held two well attended Substance Abuse Education Workshops for parents this month. The workshops were conducted in both Spanish and English and are called “The More You Know.&...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Substance Abuse Education Workshop for Parents

Farmingville, NY - In a continued effort to combat drug and alcohol abuse in Brookhaven Town, Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced a Substance Abuse Education Workshop for parents, hosted by the Town’s Youth Bureau. It will take place on Tuesday,...

Brookhaven Town Honors Volunteers at 37th Annual Youth Volunteer Awards

Farmingville, NY - More than 200 proud, smiling faces filled the Brookhaven Town Hall auditorium on May 5 for the 37th Annual Youth Volunteer Awards. The awards recognize residents from each council district who help and assist young people, whether they ...

Supervisor Romaine Announces $3000 Toys “R” Us Donation to Youth Bureau INTERFACE Program

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven’s Youth Bureau INTERFACE Program received a generous donation of approximately $3,000 worth of baby, infant and children’s clothing from Toys &ldquo...

Councilman Loguercio & Brookhaven Youth Bureau Hold Successful Free College Seminar Program

Farmingville, NY - On March 7, Councilman Michael Logeurcio and the Brookhaven Youth Bureau held the first Free College Seminar Program at Brookhaven Town Hall. This event was so successful that there will be a second program planned for later this year. ...

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, August 29 and continuing every Tuesday through October 3. Meeting...

Brookhaven Town’s Youth Bureau Wants to Make Prom Dreams Come True

Free Prom Boutique to open from March 20 to June 16

Farmingville, NY - Soon high school students will be preparing for the prom and the Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau will be ready with its “Prom Boutique.” Located on the second floor at ...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Free Seminar for Prospective College Students

Farmingville, NY - On March 7, the Brookhaven Youth Bureau and Suffolk Community College will host a free seminar for parents and students who are interested in enrolling in college. Representatives from Suffolk Community College will discuss the college ...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Results of the Most Successful Coat Drive in Brookhaven Town History

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) has announced that the Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau’s 2017 Coat Drive collected 5,000 coats, as well as many pairs of winter boots, hats, gloves and scarves. The items, generously donated by reside...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Annual Brookhaven Youth Bureau Coat Drive

Farmingville, NY - Supervisor Ed Romaine is pleased to announce that the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau will hold its Annual Coat Drive from January 10 to February 10 to help residents in need stay warm this winter. Donations of new or gently used coats,...