Suffolk Legislators, Health and Police Officials Announce New Law to Curb PPE Littering

As Long Island Re-Opens in the midst of COVID-19, the Careless Disposal of Facemasks and Gloves Has Become Ubiquitous - Officials say JUST THROW IT AWAY

Hauppauge, NY- The Suffolk County Legislature’s Health Committee Chairperson William...

Huntington Community Comes Together to Help Restock the Shelves of Local Pantries

Huntington, NY - As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the current high rate of unemployment, there is a desperate need for food donations at our local pantries, many of which are serving more than double the amount of their usual clients. In ...

Suffolk & Nassau Counties Given Green Light To Open Up For Elective Surgeries

 SUFFOLK & NASSAU COUNTIES ARE GIVEN GREEN LIGHT TO OPEN UP FOR ELECTIVE SURGERIES

WITH THE FLATTENING OF THE CURVE - SAFE PASSAGE HAS BEEN MADE FOR MEDICAL PROCEDURES TO RESUME 

Huntington, NY (March 20, 2020) – Cha...

Suffolk Presiding Officer, Health Chair Release Statement on Coronavirus

March 5, 2020 -- While coronavirus has reached Nassau County, we want to remind Suffolk County residents of the importance of remaining calm. There are no confirmed cases in Suffolk County and we are closely monitoring the situation.

As of March 5...

Legislator Spencer Recognizes Suffolk County Dental Society During Children’s Dental Health Month

Riverhead, NY - In celebration of National Children’s Dental Health Month, the Suffolk County Dental Society (SCDS) hosted their 9th Annual “Give Kids a Smile” event for underserved children at the Long Island Aquarium on Sat...

Legislators Recognize Retiring Health Commissioner Dr. James Tomarken

Hauppauge, NY- At today’s General Meeting, Suffolk County Legislator William Spencer, MD and his legislative colleagues bid a fond farewell to retiring Health Commissioner, Dr. James Tomarken, by presenting him with a proclamation recog...

Legislator Spencer Encourages Residents to Support Eyeglass Collection Hosted by Caitlyn's Vision

Dear Neighbor,

Last year, the Suffolk County Legislature honored a brave little girl named Caitlyn Michaels by designating August “Children’s Eye Health and Safety Awareness Month”. As a nine-year-old suffering from an eye dis...

Planetarium at the Vanderbilt Museum Permanently Renamed in Honor of Local Philanthropists

Hauppauge, NY- At the December 17, 2019 General Meeting, Legislators voted to permanently rename the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum Planetarium in honor of Charles and Helen Reichert. The Fort Salonga couple, whose longstanding philanthropic contributio...

Legislator Spencer & Huntington Chamber of Commerce Tour Local Shops On Small Business Saturday

Huntington, NY - On Saturday, November 30th Legislator Spencer joined Town and State officials, along with the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce, to promote Small Business Saturday in downtown Huntington Village.  

The group visited several ...

Northport Celebrates Three New Eagle Scouts!

Suffolk County Legislator William Spencer was proud to recognize three exceptional young men, Aidan Sebesta, Nicholas Lembo, and Lucas Cusati, as they celebrated their Eagle Court of Honor this past Saturday at the East Northport Fire House.

The three scou...

Leg. Spencer & County Executive Announce Installation of Sanitary System Upgrades at the Vanderbilt

Centerport, NY: Suffolk County Legislator William Spencer joined the County Executive, environmental advocates, and local leaders today to announce the installation of two new Innovative Alternative On-Site Wastewater Treatment Systems (I/A OWTS) at the V...

Mother Dedicates Playground Equipment to Northport’s Soper Park in Honor of her Son

Northport, NY –This past Sunday afternoon; friends, family and local leaders gathered at Soper Park in Northport Village to celebrate the dedication of new playground equipment in honor of Michael Budelis. Michael, who lived his childhood in the...

Cold Spring Harbor Firefighter Honored for Heroic Act

Melville, NY – On September 22,  Cold Spring Harbor Firefighter Robert Thornton, received the Bronze Medal of Valor from the Vocational Education and Extension Board (VEEB) of Suffolk County in recognition of his heroic actions, which s...

Legislator William Spencer Moderates Information Session on Teen Wellness & Mental Health

Hauppauge, NY - On Wednesday evening, Legislator William R. Spencer, MD was honored to join forces with the Suffolk County Medical Society and five knowledgeable professionals, to moderate an information session for Suffolk parents on teen wellness, socia...

Legislator William Spencer and AT&T Remind Northport HS Seniors About Dangers of Distracted Driving

Northport, NY-  With a new school year underway, Suffolk County Legislator William Spencer teamed up with AT&T on Monday to bring the It Can Wait campaign to Northport High School. Together, they presented an assembly, which aims to prevent h...

Suffolk County Legislator William Spencer Announces Relocation of District Office

Huntington, NY –Legislator William Spencer is spreading the word that his district office has recently relocated from Centerport to Huntington.  The new office is located just north of Huntington village at:

224 Wall Street, Suite 303

Hun...

Lloyd Harbor Student Awarded Gold Medal for Completion of Suffolk County Distinguished Youth Award

Hauppauge, NY – 14-year-old Michael Keschner garnered gold at the Suffolk County Legislature’s 2019 Distinguished Youth Award ceremony on July 17th. Out of 31 recipients, Michael was the only teenager in the 18th Legislative District o...

Local Teens Come Together for a Day of Basketball, Fellowship, and Fun

Greenlawn, NY – On Saturday, July 27^th teens and spectators from across Huntington came together once again for the Annual Coral Park Co-Ed Basketball Tournament.  The event, which began six years ago and is sponsored by Suffolk County ...

Letter to the Editor: An attack on law enforcement is an attack on our public safety

Dear Editor:

Many of us have seen the recent videos capturing multiple incidents of NYC Police Officers who were intentionally and maliciously soaked with water and struck with buckets. It was disturbing to witness these public servants humiliated and disr...

Exchange Program Connects Students to Tackle Common Issues and Heal Through Acts of Service

Dear Editor,                                            &...

Legislator Spencer Awards the 18th Legislative District “Be Pool Smart” Poster Contest Winner

Cold Spring Harbor, NY: Legislator William R. Spencer visited Cold Spring Harbor’s Goose Hill Primary School on Monday morning to present 1st grade student, Sloane Yormack, a proclamation recognizing her as the 1st Place Winner for the 18th Legi...

Legislator Spencer joins TNC for their Plant the Last Plant Celebration at Uplands Farm Sanctuary

Cold Spring Harbor: Suffolk County and The Nature Conservancy have joined forces to combat the nitrogen pollution crisis. Through the Water Quality Protection and Restoration Program, Suffolk County awarded The Nature Conservancy a grant for a modern, nit...

Norwood Avenue Students Recognized As Winners of Brookhaven National Lab Elementary Science Fair

Hauppauge, NY-  At the June 4th General Meeting of the Suffolk County Legislature, the 1st place winners of the 2019 Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) Elementary School Science Fair from grades K-6 were recognized for their outstanding and inn...

Northport High School Mock Trial Team Recognized For Outstanding Achievement

Hauppauge, NY – At today’s General Meeting, Suffolk County Legislator William R. Spencer presented the members of the Northport High School Mock Trial Team with a proclamation recognizing their outstanding 2019 season. After a series o...

Legislator William Spencer, Health Department, and First Aid Squad Sponsor Opioid Overdose Training

Huntington Station, NY – Suffolk County Legislator William Spencer and Dr. Gregson Pigott the EMS Medical Director/Clinical Director of the Opioid Overdose Prevention Program for Suffolk County joined with the Huntington Community First Aid Squa...

Suffolk County Health Committee Raises Public Awareness Of Vaccine Benefits

Hauppauge: Suffolk Legislator William Spencer coordinated two informative presentations for Thursday’s County Health Committee meeting. 

Dr. Grosso, CMO at Huntington Hospital, presented on the facts surrounding HPV vaccination and its r...

Legislator William Spencer Hosts Annual Community Health & Information Fair

Dear Neighbor,

I would like to invite everyone to attend my annual Community Health & Information Fair which is a free opportunity to learn about the many local resources that are available to the residents of Suffolk County. This year, the Fair will b...

6th Annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast Honors Fallen Servicemen from the 106th Rescue Wing

East Northport, NY – 200 Suffolk County Veterans gathered with local officials on Monday, May 6th for the 2019 Veterans Appreciation Breakfast. The annual event, coordinated by Suffolk County Legislator William R. Spencer, M.D. and donated by th...

A Prescription for Health: Suffolk County Legislature Approves Tobacco Free Pharmacy Bill

Riverhead, NY –At today’s General Meeting of the Suffolk County Legislature, lawmakers approved a bill prohibiting the sale of tobacco products in pharmacies. After the vote, bill sponsors, Legislator William R. Spencer, MD and Legisla...

Media Advisory: Suffolk County Legislature Slated to Approve Tobacco Free Pharmacy Bill

Riverhead, NY – At TODAY’s General Meeting of the Suffolk County Legislature in Riverhead, lawmakers are expected to approve a bill prohibiting the sale of tobacco products in pharmacies. With tobacco continuing to be the numb...

Maria Ryan of Greenlawn Selected as “Woman of Distinction” in the 18th Legislative District

Hauppauge, NY – In honor of Women’s History Month, the Suffolk County Legislature hosted a luncheon on March 26th to acknowledge women throughout the County for their extraordinary service to their communities. Legislator William R. Sp...

The Bill Works! Suffolk County Used 80% Less Bags in One Year

Hauppauge, NY – Legislator William R. Spencer, local leaders and the Department of Health Services have announced the release of a comprehensive report evaluating the progress of the Suffolk County carryout bag law. The findings, which ...

One Year Later-Suffolk County Releases Report On Effectiveness of Bag Law

Hauppauge, NY – Legislator William R. Spencer, local leaders and the Department of Health Services will be announcing the information contained in a report evaluating the progress of the County’s carryout bag law. The findings, which i...

Legislator Spencer is Accepting Submissions For the 2019“Be Pool Smart” Poster Contest!

Centerport: Elementary students from the Huntington, Northport-East Northport, Elwood, Cold Spring Harbor and Harborfields School Districts are invited to participate in the Suffolk County Legislature’s 2019 “Be Pool Smart” p...

Legislator Spencer Announces Restoration of Funding for Agencies in the Town of Huntington

Huntington Station, NY – At yesterday’s Suffolk County General Meeting, IR# 1012-2019 passed with bipartisan support. The bill restores much needed funding to agencies included in the November’s omnibus amendments to the Coun...

Suffolk County Legislature Restores Funding to Anti-Gang, Youth, Seniors & Substance Abuse Programs

Huntington Station, NY – At yesterday’s Suffolk County General Meeting, IR# 1012-2019 passed with bipartisan support. The bill restores much needed funding to agencies included in the November’s omnibus amendments to the Coun...

Suffolk County Traffic Ticket Amnesty Program Offered Until February 20th

Spencer call for Legislation to Protect Children from Addiction to Enticing Flavored Vape Products

                   Chair of Health Committee Makes Deliberate Statement on IR# 2128; Legislation to Protect Children from Addiction to Enticing Flavored Vape Product...

Legislator Spencer Helps Promote Small Business Saturday

MEDIA ADVISORY Northport Village, NY –Small Business Saturday, an annual event which occurs on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, encourages support for small businesses; the backbone of our community. When we shop locally our dollars stay in the ...

Wishing Beloved Snug Harbor Marine Business Owners the Best after 35 Years of Serving Boaters

Northport, NY –Legislator William R. Spencer M.D. joined the Village of Northport Mayor Damon McMullen and Trustee Tom Kehoe to recognize John Miller and Mike Kempter, owners of Northport’s Snug Harbor Marine, for their 35 years of ser...

Huntington’s Commemorative Holiday Production

MEDIA ADVISORY: 

Huntington, NY – Suffolk County Auxiliary Police Unit 2 and Suffolk County 2nd Precinct’s COPE has joined together to coordinate Huntington’s inaugural Commemorative Holiday Production that will showc...

Legislator Spencer, Advocates and Restaurateurs Promote Food Allergy Friendly Program for Suffolk

Huntington Village, NY – With as many as 15 million Americans living with food allergies and nearly 6 million of them children under the age of 18; Suffolk County passed a local law to improve food allergy safety and awareness at local restauran...

Legislator Spencer and Advocates to Promote Food Allergy Friendly Program

Huntington Village, NY – With as many as 15 million Americans living with food allergies and nearly 6 million of them children under the age of 18; Suffolk County passed a local law to improve food allergy safety and awareness at local restauran...

Huntington’s Legislators Recognize Deputy Chief Hatton’s Service to the 2nd Precinct

Hauppauge, NY – Suffolk County Legislators Donnelly, Berland and Spencer presented Suffolk County Police Department’s Deputy Chief Christopher Hatton a proclamation for his service to the 2nd Precinct at the October 2nd General Meeting...

A Combined Service of 100 Years…..and Still Counting

Hauppauge, NY – In honor of Volunteer Recognition Month, Legislator Spencer and his colleagues honored volunteers throughout Suffolk County for their selfless service at Tuesday evening’s General Meeting. For the 18th Legislative Distr...

No Life is Worth a Text; Legislator Spencer Talks with Students on the Dangers of Distracted Driving

Greenlawn, NY (September 24, 2018) — Today, Suffolk County Legislator William Spencer teamed up with AT&T* to bring the It Can Wait campaign to Harborfields High School to educate students about the dangers of smartphone distracted ...

Suffolk County Legislator William Spencer Teams Up With AT&T

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Letter to Editor Talking about Suicide

September 18, 2018

Dear Editor:

It was an honor to attend and speak at the Roaming Hearts Foundation’s inaugural “March for Miles” event on Saturday, September 15th at Heckscher Park. The foundation was formed to promote mental...

Legislator Spencer’s 5th Annual Summer Food Drive

Centerport, NY – June through September is a challenging time of year for food pantries as donations typically decline during these months while the need for assistance continues. Legislator Spencer’s 5th Annual Summer Food Drive, held...

Supplies for our Students Drive

August 7, 2018

Dear Editor,

As the summer comes to an end, gearing up for the new school year is a cost that many families are not in the position to pay for, as housing and food expenses take a higher priority. What brings hope is the giving spirit of so m...

Community Joins Weiss Family to Honor Ryan’s Life and Legacy with Signing Propeller Guard Bill

Centerport, NY – In the year since the
tragic accident that took Ryan Weiss’ life too soon, the Suffolk CountyLegislature unanimously approved and co-sponsored legislation requiring boats
used for instructing minors to be equipped with propel...

Community Joins Weiss Family to Honor Ryan’s Life

Centerport, NY – In the year since the tragic accident that took Ryan Weiss’
life too soon, the Suffolk County Legislature unanimously approved andco-sponsored legislation requiring boats used for instructing minor...

5TH Annual Coral Park Co-Ed Basketball Tournament Brings Huntington Youth Together!

Greenlawn, NY: Another Coral Park Basketball Co-Ed Basketball Tournament is in the
books! For the fifth year in a row, Suffolk County Legislator William R. Spencer and the Town of Huntington have worked with the community to host the C...

Huntington Hearing Delivers to those in Need

HAUPPAUGE, NY –On more than one occasion, Huntington Hearing has donated several “Hearing Emergency Kits” to Huntington Hospital. Each donated kit consists of a personal amplifier and lightweight headset to allow for easier i...

Community Blood Drive

July 6, 2018

Dear Editor,

A blood emergency has been declared in the New York area this summer. Low levels, leading into summer months, are particularly dangerous as families are taking vacations and are less available to donate. To help build up the needed...

Community Unites to Provide Safe Landing for Centerport Eaglets

Centerport, NY –Legislator William R. Spencer M.D. joined Town of Huntington Supervisor Chad Lupinacci, Dan Wickstrom, of PSEG Long Island and the Chair of the Committee to Protect Centerport's Bald Eagles, Bruce Adams, to recognize the great co...

SUFFOLK COUNTY LEGISLATOR WILLIAM SPENCER JOINS NASSAU COUNTY ELECTED OFFICIALS FOR TOBACCO 21 BILL

MEDIA ADVISORY 

 

June 4, 2018

 

Suffolk County Legislator
William Spencer joins Nassau County Elected Officials For tobacco 21 BillSigning

Nassau county Joins Suffolk raising the Age of
purchasing tobacco products to 21

 ...

Senior of the Year

Suffolk County Hosts 5th Annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast

MEDIA ADVISORY: East Northport, NY –Suffolk County Veterans will be gathering with localofficials on Monday for the 2018 Veterans Appreciation Breakfast.  The annual celebration, donated by the
generous owners of The Larkfie...

Legislator Spencer's Lead By Example Internship Program

April 16, 2018

Dear Editor,It’s that time of year again…my
office is accepting applications from high school and college students (aged 16+)interested in participating in the 18th Legislative District’s annual “L...

Legislator William R. Spencer, M.D. Partners with Huntington Hospital’s Human Trafficking Task Force

Huntington, NY – With 88% of human trafficking survivors interfacing with the healthcare system without being identified as victims, Legislator William R. Spencer has sponsored legislation to develop educational materials to aide healthc...

Suffolk Passes Legislation to Raise Human Trafficking Awareness

Huntington, NY – With 88% of human trafficking survivors interfacing with the healthcare system without being identified as victims, Legislator William R. Spencer, M.D. has sponsored legislation to develop educational materials to aide ...

County Gets Boost From FDA in Ban

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y. – The Food and Drug Administration has weighed in on Suffolk County’s 2014 law, the first in the nation to ban the sale of powdered caffeine to minors, by banning the sale of powdered caffeine sold in bulk.

Suffolk County Legislature Presid...

18th Legislative District “Woman of Distinction”

Hauppauge, NY – In honor of Women’s History Month, the Suffolk County Legislature hosted a luncheon on Tuesday, March 20th, to honor women throughout the County for their service to their communities. Legislator William R. Spencer M.D....

Honoring a Leader in Public Health

Hauppauge, NY –Legislator William R. Spencer M.D. recognized Lori Benincasa at yesterday’s Suffolk County General Meeting for her 39 years of service as a passionate public health advocate and leader in the county. As the Director of the Office of Health ...

84th Annual Huntington St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Huntington, NY –Legislator William R. Spencer, M.D. joined the Huntington Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 4, for the 2018 St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Sunday. It was the 84^st year of the grand Huntington tradition that started during the country’s Gre...

IKEA Donates 5,000 Reusable Bags

Hauppauge, NY – IKEA has pitched in to assist Suffolk County in their effort to reduce the environmental impact caused by single-use carry out bags. At a press conference today, IKEA donated 5,000 of their Frakta reusable shopping bags to be dis...

5,000 BAGS UP FOR GRABS

Hauppauge, NY – IKEA is pitching in to partner with Suffolk County in our effort to reduce the impact single use carry-out bags have on our environment. IKEA will be donating 5,000 reusable bags to be distributed throughout the entire county. The bags wil...

Suffolk County and Harborfields High School Join Forces to Address the Dangers of Vaping

Greenlawn, NY – Vaping is now on the rise, drawing major concern throughout our County. With a lack of education and information on this alarming trend, the vaping industry is now targeting our high schools and middle schools to expand their mar...

Students, Teachers, Labor, Business, and Environmental Groups Gear Up to Reduce Plastic Bag Use

Hauppauge, NY—A coalition including representation from labor, business, government and education joined together on Monday morning at the Suffolk County Legislature in Hauppauge to highlight the upcoming effective date of Suffolk County&rsq...

Suffolk County Bag Fee Continues to Show Positive Impact within First Month

Fort Salonga, NY –Legislator William R. Spencer M.D. joined local businessman and philanthropist; Charlie Reichert, Executive Director of Huntington Hospital; Dr. Gerard Brogan and other health care professionals and elected officials to announc...

Celebrating National Mentoring Month With Legislator William “Doc” Spencer

Huntington Station, NY - Every child has hopes and dreams. Mentoring brings caring adults together with children in need through safe and effective programs.  By being a consistent adult presence in a young person’s life, mentors can he...

Legislator Spencer Encourages Residents to Weigh in on LICAP’s Groundwater Resources Management Plan

Long Island, NY - For the past four years, Nassau and Suffolk Counties have been working together to protect and improve our drinking water through the formation of the Long Island Commission on Aquifer Protection (LICAP). LICAP has reached an im...

Legislator Spencer Joins Caroling Rally Against Tax Plan

Huntington, NY –As the Senate gains momentum with the tax overhaul plan, local
groups from across Long Island gather in opposition to the projecteddevastating impacts on Long Island residents. With the loss of property tax
deductions, the Wo...

Legislator William Spencer and Colleagues Host 4th Annual Veterans Day Flag Raising Ceremony

The Suffolk County Legislature paid tribute to our local veterans last Thursday with their Annual Flag Raising Ceremony in front of the William H. Rogers Legislative Building in Hauppauge. Each year during the week of Veterans Day, the County Flag, signed...

Suffolk County Health Committee Approves Resolution to Declare a “Got Checked Day”

Hauppauge, NY – Creative Director of First Company Pink, Linda Bonanno, came before the County’s Health Committee on Thursday to present on  IR 1829, Declaring April 19th “Got Checked Day” in Suffolk County...

SeniorNet Celebrates 18 Years of Service Empowering Older Adults to Be Tech Savy

Huntington, NY – Suffolk County Legislator William R.
Spencer, M.D. was pleased to attend SeniorNet’s Annual Meeting on Tuesday topresent a proclamation to the group in recognition of their 18 years of
outstanding communit...

Spencer, Stern, and Sini Team-Up to Deliver Comprehensive Public Safety Update in 2nd Precinct

Media Advisory

October 24, 2017 

Huntington, NY - Suffolk County Legislator William Spencer and Police Commissioner Tim Sini are holding a press conference tomorrow at the 2^nd Police Precinct to provide the community with an update on several publi...

It Takes a Village! Northport Village and Friends Celebrate the Grand Opening of Information Booth

Northport, NY – It was a community effort to fund, design, build and coordinate the creation of the Information Booth now located in Northport’s Village Park. Positioned in the southeast section of the park to greet visitors, the booth...

A Productive General Meeting for the 18th Legislative District

Suffolk County, NY – Legislator
William R. Spencer was happy to report back on Tuesday evening’s Suffolk County General Meeting, “We had a productive meeting and passed a number of important bills that will...

Suffolk County Unveils Marathon Trail in Honor of 30 Military Members Killed in Action Since 9/11

Suffolk County, NY – Legislator William R. Spencer, M.D. was recently joined by Gold Star parents and family members, County Executive Steve Bellone, and organizations in support of our veterans to unveil the ceremonial “Road ...

Legislator Spencer Stresses the Importance of Preparedness for Senior Citizens

Dear Editor,

In the last few weeks we’ve seen a lot of suffering from unprecedented flooding and hardship in Texas and Florida.  Hurricanes Harvey and Irma have not only devastated homes, but have taken away a sense of predictability and safety. &...

High School Swimmers Making Waves to Fight Cancer

Centerport, NY - The Harborfields and Smithtown varsity girls swim teams came together on Wednesday August 30th at the Centerport Yacht Club for a mile long pool swim to raise money and awareness for cancer research, prevention and treatment thro...

Legislators Take a Tour of the Suffolk County Bus System With Transportation Advocate Paul Pressman

Suffolk County, NY – Suffolk County Legislator William Spencer was excited to join transportation advocate Paul Pressman and fellow Legislators on a special tour of the County bus system on Wednesday, August 23^rd.  The event, which was ...

Nicholas Vizza Earns Rank of Eagle Scout

Huntington, NY –Boy Scout Troop 78 recently celebrated their newest Eagle Scout, Nicholas Vizza, at his Court of Honor on Sunday, August 6^th at the Halesite Fire Department. Suffolk County Legislator William R. Spencer, M.D was proud to be in at...

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