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SCHOOL Frank J. Carasiti Elementary School first graders with a Sound Beach firefighter. Courtesy Rocky Point School District

Students at Frank J. Carasiti Elementary School in the Rocky Point School District got an exciting hands-on lesson in fire safety on Oct. 8, thanks to a visit from the Rocky Point and Sound Beach fire departments during National Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 6-12).

The volunteer firefighters led an engaging assembly, sharing essential fire safety tips with eager kindergartners. Afterward, students explored fire trucks and ambulances up close, getting a first-hand look at the life-saving equipment firefighters use in emergencies.

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Smithtown Landing Methodist Church
Smithtown Landing Methodist Church cemetery

The Landing Ladies Auxiliary presents a Graveyard and Church Tour at the historic Smithtown Landing Methodist Church, 397 Landing Ave., Smithtown on Saturday, Nov. 2 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Built in 1834,  the church holds a wealth of stories waiting to be told. Learn about the church’s vibrant past as the center of activity for the Smithtown Landing area, see the historic interior, preserved through years of dedicated care by the community, and discover the stories behind the gravestones of local legends such as author James E. Handshaw. Proceeds will directly support the ongoing restoration efforts of this historic landmark.

Tickets are $15 in advance at www.eventbrite.com, $20 at the door. 

Register here.

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Do you recognize this man? Photo from SCPD

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 stole from a Hauppauge store last month.

The man pictured above allegedly stole clothing from TJ Maxx, located at 371 Route 347 on September 25 at approximately 6:30 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.

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Bariatric surgeons at Mather Hospital were on hand to celebrate the occasion. Photo from Northwell Health

Mather Hospital in Port Jefferson recently marked a new milestone: surgeons performing the hospital’s 10,000th bariatric surgery. The hospital offers gastric bypass, revisional surgery, gastric band and sleeve gastrectomy for weight loss.

The 10,000th surgery, a sleeve gastrectomy, was performed by Arif Ahmad, MD, Director of the Center of Excellence in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery™. The procedure involves removing part of the stomach to help reduce food intake. The Center of Excellence provides support for patients before and after weight loss surgery. In addition to Dr. Ahmad, the team includes nurses and registered dietitians. A support group allows patients to share experiences and help keep them on track to achieve their weight loss goals.

Dr. Arif Ahmad – Bariatric Surgeon at Northwell Health

 

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Photo from Town of Brookhaven

On October 18, Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner (back row, fifth from right) and Brookhaven Town Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich (kneeling at right) visited the Sunshine Alternative Education Center (SAEC) in Port Jefferson Station to speak with the students about their roles on the Brookhaven Town Council. Also pictured is Dr. Carol Carter (second from right) Administrator/Prevention Professional.

The mission of the SAEC is to provide a safe, nurturing environment for all children and families that is designed to build self-esteem and positive social skills, empower youth to make healthy choices and decisions, prevent or reduce substance abuse and violence, and strengthen connections between families, schools and communities. Sunshine Prevention Center provides a variety of prevention-focused programs and services to the youth and families in Suffolk County.

For more information, go to www.sunshinepreventionctr.org.

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Photo from Stony Brook Athletics

The Stony Brook football team earned a spot in the AFCA Coaches Top-25 Poll for the first time since 2019 as the organization announced the Seawolves at No. 24 on Oct. 21. 
 
The Seawolves have tallied votes from the AFCA poll for the last seven weeks and have been recognized on the Stats Perform list for the last six weeks. They have also received votes in the CBS Sports FCS Top-25 poll this season. 

In their last time out, Tyler Knoop threw for a career-high 387 yards and broke the program record with six passing touchdowns, while Roland Dempster put up 103 yards on the ground as Stony Brook dominated Towson, 52-24, on the road on Oct. 19.

The Seawolves head back to Long Island for their next battle as they host No. 15 William & Mary for Homecoming on Saturday, Oct. 26th. The Seawolves are 1-4 all-time against the Tribe and are looking for their first victory over W&M at LaValle Stadium. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. and the contest will air live on SNY and stream live on FloFootball.

To purchase season, single game, mini plans or group tickets, click here or call 631-632-WOLF (9653) or email [email protected].

For an inside look at the Seawolves football program, be sure to follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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Suffolk County Police Seventh Squad detectives are investigating a motorcycle crash that killed
a woman and seriously injured a man in Yaphank on Oct. 20.

Frederick Fischer was operating a 2007 Harley-Davidson westbound on the Long Island Expressway, just west of Exit 68, with Dawn Jimenez-Salta as a passenger on the back, when the motorcycle struck the rear of a 2016 Lexus SUV that had slowed down due to traffic at approximately 5:25 p.m. The Lexus then struck the rear of a 2019 Audi SUV.

Jimenez-Salta, 60, of Garden City, was transported to Long Island Community Hospital in Patchogue where she was pronounced dead. Fischer, 65, of Bay Shore, was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital for treatment of serious injuries. There were no other injuries. All three vehicles were impounded for safety checks. Detectives are asking anyone with information on the crash to contact the Seventh Squad at 631-852-8752.

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Update: The motorcyclist killed in a motor vehicle crash on the Long Island Expressway this morning has
been identified as Idris Shehu, 20, of Hicksville. Below is the original press release:

Suffolk County Police arrested a Medford man on Oct. 21 for alleged DWAI following a crash that killed a
motorcyclist in Islandia.

Alan Mercado was driving a 2010 Honda on the westbound Long Island Expressway, just east of exit 57, when he attempted to move from the center to the right lane and was struck from behind by a 2017 Yamaha motorcycle at 1:12 a.m. The motorcycle operator, who is not being identified pending notification of next of kin, was pronounced dead at the scene by a physician assistant from the Office of the Suffolk County Medical Examiner. A passenger in the Honda was transported to South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Mercado was not injured.

Mercado, 67, was charged with Driving While Ability Impaired By Drugs. He will be held overnight for arraignment at First District Court in Central Islip on October 22. Anyone with information on this crash is asked to contact Major Case Unit detectives at 631-852-6555.

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Jewel is up for adoption at the Brookhaven Animal Shelter

Free Animal Shelter Adoptions from October 27-31 

The Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center’s 2024 “Howl-o-ween Doggie Costume Parade” will be held on Sunday, October 27 from noon to 3 p.m. Children are encouraged to come in costume, ready for Trick or Treating and photos with the shelter’s costumed canines.

Witness a Husky transformed into a Frog Princess, a“Bulldog Banana Split and the cutest little Yorkie Pumpkin.  These lovable, adoptable pups are sure to steal the show. The Barktoberfest celebration includes free adoptions from October 27-31 and include neuter or spay, vaccinations, microchip, license, FIV/FELV tested, flea and fecal.

The Brookhaven Town Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is located at 300 Horseblock Road in Brookhaven. It is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. For more information, call 631-451-6950 or visit www.Brookhavenny.gov/animalshelter.

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Do you recognize this woman? Photo from SCPD
Do you recognize this woman? Photo from SCPD

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Sixth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate two women who allegedly stole from a Middle Island store in October. Two women allegedly stole approximately $185 worth of makeup from Walmart, located at 750 Middle Country Road, at 2:59 p.m. on October 13.

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.

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