Hope Springs Eternal, a second chance boutique located at 19 Cherub Lane, Port Jefferson Station (next to Port Jeff Bowl) will hold a huge estate sale fundraiser on Saturday, June 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
All types of antiques, furniture, clothing, china, porcelain/bisque dolls, oil paintings and more!
All proceeds will benefit Hope House Ministries in Port Jefferson, celebrating their 45th anniversary year!
For more information, call 631-509-1101.
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Fourth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate a man who allegedly stole from an Islandia store in May.
The man pictured above allegedly stole Nike sneakers from Famous Footwear, located at 1770 Veterans Memorial Highway, at approximately 2:30 p.m. on May 28.
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information about these incidents can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, utilizing a mobile app which can be downloaded through the App Store or Google Play by searching P3 Tips, or online at www.P3Tips.com. All calls, text messages and emails will be kept confidential.
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Fourth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who allegedly tampered with property in Ronkonkoma earlier this month.
The man pictured above allegedly affixed more than a dozen “Planet Nugg Dispensary” adhesives on property around Station Yards on June 2 between 4 and 4:30 p.m.
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information about these incidents can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, utilizing a mobile app which can be downloaded through the App Store or Google Play by searching P3 Tips, or online at www.P3Tips.com. All calls, text messages and emails will be kept confidential.
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced on June 6 that Pamela McManus, 42, of Holbrook, was arrested and arraigned for Grand Larceny in the Third Degree for allegedly stealing over $27,000 from a Sachem School District Elementary School Parent Teacher Association.
“Parent Teacher Associations are an integral part of our school communities throughout Suffolk County,” said District Attorney Tierney. “The allegations in this case represent a disturbing betrayal of trust, and my office will continue to hold accountable those who unlawfully abuse their positions for personal gain.”
According to the investigation, McManus served as President of the Nokomis Elementary School PTA from July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2024. During that time, and continuing past the expiration of her term as President, McManus had sole access to the PTA bank account through a Visa Debit Card. In October 2024, when McManus turned over access to the bank account to other PTA board members, it was discovered that McManus had allegedly and unlawfully used PTA funds to pay for numerous personal expenses, including purchases from Amazon, Walmart, Target, Verizon Wireless, PSEG, Sephora, and Dick’s Sporting Goods. It is also alleged that on numerous occasions, McManus stole cash directly from the PTA bank account by making unauthorized withdrawals when school was not in session, such as during summer break and holiday breaks.
McManus is alleged to have stolen over $27,000 from the organization over the course of her three-year term as president.
On June 5, 2025, McManus surrendered to the District Attorney’s Office and was arraigned before Acting County Court Judge Jennifer A. Henry on one count of Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, a Class D felony. Her offense is considered non-bail eligible under New York State law, and therefore, she was released on her own recognizance. McManus is being represented by Jonathan Scher, Esq, and is due back in court on July 10, 2025.
This case is being prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Alyssa Costantino of the Public Corruption Bureau, and the investigation was conducted by Deputy Sheriff Investigator Matthew Matz, currently assigned to the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office’s Public Corruption Bureau.
Since being sworn in as a Suffolk County Legislator in January 2015, Legislator Rob Trotta has attended numerous ceremonies where boy scouts have been recognized for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest award in scouting. Recently, Legislator Trotta had the opportunity to attend several events recognizing female Eagle Scouts. Most recently for Alyssa Faro of Kings Park on May 30 who had attained the rank of Eagle Scout with Troop 539G, which was formed in 2019.
Alyssa earned more than 21 merit badges and held various leadership positions, as well as completing her community service project where she organized and supervised a soccer clinic for Smithtown schools.
“I wouldn’t miss this event for the world. I am so proud of Alyssa for completing the requirements for becoming an Eagle Scout. It is important that she remembers that this achievement will be with her for the rest of her life,” said Legislator Rob Trotta.
Through her professional and volunteer capacities, Tracey Bogush, of East Setauket, serves the community with integrity and distinction.
Due to her dedication as a volunteer emergency medical technician with the Setauket Fire Department, the EMS Lieutenant was recognized as a Healthcare Hero along with 17 others at the Suffolk County Legislature’s General Meeting on June 3. Legislator Steven Englebright (D-Setauket) selected Bogush to represent the county’s Fifth Legislative District.
“She responds to accidents and emergencies, consistently providing frontline healthcare for various health conditions with the highest standards of patient care,” Englebright said at the June 3 recognition ceremony. “She has excellent clinical skills, compassion for patients and enthusiasm for her work.
In addition to volunteering with EMS, the wife and mother of three sons is the lead monitor at a local elementary school, ensuring the safety of hundreds of students each day as they transition from classrooms to activities and buses.
Bogush also volunteers with Cooking for Long Island Veterans, preparing meals and delivering them to homebound veterans. Each month, she assembles treat bags for the veterans and engages students in the process by having them decorate the bags. Bogush also cooks for approximately 40 veterans at the Rocky Point VFW monthly.
“Possessing leadership qualities, personal warmth and professional skills, Tracey Bogush lives and works by a code of caring, service and dedication to excellence,” Englebright said.
On Saturday, May 31, Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner hosted a Special Recycling Event at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mount Sinai, drawing a record-breaking turnout of residents committed to environmentally responsible disposal practices.
The Suffolk County Police Department Impound Section has announced that it will hold an auction on Saturday, June 7 at the department’s impound facility, located at 100 Old Country Road in Westhampton. The auction will begin at 9 a.m. and will be held rain or shine.
Vehicles will be available for preview for one hour prior to the start of the auction. Approximately 85 lots will be auctioned off including sedans and SUVs. All vehicles will start with a minimum bid of $500 and are sold as-is.
For a full list of vehicles, registration information and terms and conditions for the auction click here or visit www.suffolkpd.org and choose Impound Section and Vehicle Auctions.
People’s Arc of Suffolk hosted a joyful and heartwarming prom on June 6, marking the end of the school year for more than 30 students with intellectual and developmental disabilities at People’s Arc of Suffolk’s Educare Center in Bohemia.
Students in the 10th, 11th, and 12th grades dressed up in formal and semi-formal attire for the “Enchanted Garden” themed event here today to sing and dance, both on foot and in their decorated wheelchairs, and posed for pictures with their families and teachers. A local DJ donated his time to provide the music and the room was decorated by teachers and volunteers.
“Our children deserve to have every experience that their counterparts in district have. A prom is a part of that. It’s a special social event, a time to get out and play and have fun with their peers,” said Andrea Nickdow, VP, Children’s Services, People’s Arc of Suffolk. “They’ve been talking about who’s going to wear what and making sure they are matching with their friends. They might not even use words to communicate it, but you can tell they’re excited.”
The People’s Arc of Suffolk Educare Center offers education and therapeutic services to students aged 5-21 with developmental disabilities. Through an innovative blend of academics, therapies, and community integration, the school empowers students to reach their highest potential in a supportive and nurturing environment.
“This event is a shining example of how The People’s Arc of Suffolk creates inclusive, empowering experiences for those they support every day,” said Dana Schillinger, Director of Curriculum and Instruction at the People’s Arc of Suffolk Educare Center.
About People’s Arc of Suffolk
People’s Arc of Suffolk is dedicated to creating communities where people of all ages and abilities can enjoy life to its fullest. The organization provides a wide array of services, including employment opportunities, education programs, and community engagement, all aimed at fostering an equitable and integrated community for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Follow People’s Arc of Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, Instagra
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced on June 6 that Sarkis Dadourian, 68, of Huntington Station, was indicted for Leaving the Scene of an Incident Resulting in Death for allegedly striking and killing 24-year-old Sampada Aduulla, of Stony Brook, with his car when the victim was crossing the intersection of Nesconset Highway and Hallock Road in Lake Grove in February 2025.
“The decision to leave the scene of a crash that resulted in the death of a young woman made a tragic situation worse,” said District Attorney Tierney. “My office will seek to hold the defendant accountable for his actions that day.”
According to the investigation, on February 2, 2025, at approximately 6:20 a.m., Dadourian was allegedly operating a 2007 Honda Accord eastbound on Nesconset Highway at the intersection of Hallock Road in Lake Grove when he struck Aduulla, the victim, who was crossing the highway. According to an eyewitness, after Dadourian struck the victim, he stopped momentarily, got out of the car to check the damage, and then got back into his car and proceeded to flee east. Based on information provided by the eyewitness, a description of the vehicle involved was released to the media.
Two days later, members of the Suffolk County Police Department received a tip from a Nassau County auto body shop that a vehicle matching the description of the vehicle involved in the crash had been brought in by an individual claiming that he had struck a deer. The vehicle was taken as evidence and, ultimately, the defendant surrendered himself to detectives in the Major Case Unit of the Suffolk County Police Department on February 10, 2025.
On June 6, 2025, Dadourian was arraigned on the indictment before Supreme Court Justice Steven A. Pilewski for one count of Leaving the Scene of an Incident Resulting in Death, a Class D felony. Justice Pilewski ordered Dadourian to surrender his passport and was placed on supervised release. Dadourian is due back in court on July 22, 2025, and faces 2 and 1/3 to 7 years in prison if convicted on the top count. He is being represented by Richard Pelligrino, Esq.
This case is being prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney MacDonald Drane of the Vehicular Crime Bureau, and the investigation was conducted by Detective William Erdman of the Suffolk County Police Department Major Case Unit.
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