Ron Gross visits Smith Point

From left-right; Tim Delaney, Rich Sinclair, Mariusz Borkowski, Ron Gross, Sean Callahan, Ian Fogarty and Pat Scribner Ron Gross, 2nd VP of NYSUT was visiting Smith Point Monday morning. While at the Point today, Mr. Gross was talking, listening and offering his support to all of our SPLA members. NYSUT is more than 600,000 people […]

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August 30, 2022

2022 Tim Stecher

Photo: Left to right; K. Konarski and Tim Stecher Tim grew up in Sayville New York and graduated from SUNY New Paltz with his Bachelors degree. In 2022, aside from protecting Suffolk County Beaches, Tim worked as a New York State EMT, coached for Sachem Swim Club and currently is training to become an Air […]

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August 28, 2022

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Waterspout in Long Island Sound

Incredible video of a tornadic waterspout in Long Island Sound between Orient Point and New London this afternoon. Approximately, 50 miles north-east of Meschutt Beach. This footage was shot on the Cross Sound Ferry

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August 24, 2022

Smith Point Bridge anticipates 2024 construction

Photo and article credit: https://trihamletnews.com/ Civic member makes final plea for high line platforms Nicole Fuentes (Mariana Dominguez contributed  to this story) The Suffolk County Department of Public Works is seeking to replace the existing Smith Point Bridge with a new, high-level fixed bridge built along an alignment slightly to the west of the existing bridge. […]

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August 18, 2022

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Hurricanes 101

Hurricanes are the most powerful storms known to man. Find out when hurricane season peaks, how the storms form, and the surprising role they play in the larger global ecosystem.

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August 15, 2022

2022 Jersey Mike’s USLA National Lifeguard Championships

The 2022 Jersey Mike’s USLA National Lifeguard Championships starts today. Competitors, coaches, and families will compete over four days in intense athletic competitions in the ocean and on the sand. Good luck to all competing in Hermosa Beach. www.uslanationals.org Results

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August 11, 2022

Brush Fire on Sunrise

If you were stuck in traffic coming home Tuesday, after work…. Here is why. Today at 1:10pm the Brookhaven Fire Department was activated for a large brush fire in the area of Sunrise highway at exit 57. 5-3-30 was on scene shortly after and requested additional assistance from neighboring departments to handle a large and […]

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August 10, 2022

Stop the Bleed Program

Join Peconic Bay Medical Center – Northwell Health on August 12, 2022 from 3:00 PM- 6:00 PM at Smith Point Beach! They will be doing training for the Stop the Bleed Program and community opioid education and Naloxone training.

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August 9, 2022

Outer Beach Access Update

Smith Point Outer Beach access has been expanded to cut 3. Please see the map for the updated areas and obey all posted signs. As a reminder pets must remain on a leash and kept out of all restricted areas. For more information please click here.

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August 8, 2022