Ever since he grew up in Hampton Bays and Mastic Beach, Joe Goss wanted to be a police officer. And it’s a good thing: His career choice has turned out to be a true lifesaver for many Long Islanders. In his 14 years with the… Read More ›
The 5th Precinct is one of 7 precincts in Suffolk County and spans from Oakdale to Bellport. There are 160 police officers plus supervisors and detectives who serve under Commanding Officer, William Silva. Add to that, the civilian employees, clerical staff and prison detention staff… Read More ›
Constitutional Convention By Hon. Jerry Kremer Every 20 years New York voters are asked to decide whether there should be a constitutional convention. The last time voters had a choice of whether to hold a new convention was in 1997 and the idea was rejected… Read More ›
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Timothy Sini keeps a 1789 letter penned by George Washington in his office at police headquarters in Yaphank. In it, Washington, a reluctant politician, describes the feelings of his upcoming appointment as President of the United States as “not unlike those… Read More ›
Police work has challenges and stresses that most other professions or work environments do not. In any given day a police officer can deal with deeply disturbing violent crimes, deaths or tragedies of some kind. It is not uncommon for police officers to bear witness… Read More ›
Every day, unknown dangers and accidents threaten the lives of the citizens of Suffolk County. The Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) is recognized for their ongoing efforts to protect and serve the com- munity. Within the SCPD there are officers who take on specialized training… Read More ›
“The golden hour in which a life can be saved is often a golden minute.” The Suffolk County Police Department has a specialized emergency medical team that responds to medical crisis/disasters whenever and wherever they may arrive. The Medical Action Crisis Team, dubbed MedCAT, was… Read More ›
The Highway Patrol Bureau, which features marked and unmarked patrol cars as well as 26 motorcycles, patrols the Long Island Expressway and Sunrise Highway within the police district. The Motorcycle Unit also has duties and responsibilities that take them across the entire County of Suffolk,… Read More ›
Every year, during the week of May 15th, thousands of Law Enforcement supporters gather in Washington D.C. and around the United States to honor officers who have lost their life in the line of duty. In D.C., the week begins with the annual Blue Mass… Read More ›
Experienced, Diligent New York Personal Injury Attorneys Who Fight Hard for Every Client We’re just like you—hard-working New Yorkers who believe in justice and doing what’s right. For over 80 years our firm has been helping good, hard-working people like you get the compensation you… Read More ›
