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Suffolk County has enacted a comprehensive set of new regulations governing electric-assist bicycles (e-bikes), electric scooters, and motorized scooters (e-scooters), concluding several years of debate over safety, enforcement challenges, and the rapid growth of electric mobility devices on local roads and walkways.

Suffolk County Adopts Sweeping E-Bike and E-Scooter Laws After Safety Concerns

Posted on February 25, 2026

Fifty-one-year-old Jonathan Shaver’s charges have been upgraded for the fatal hit-and-run that took place in Shirley in late January. At a recent hearing on Feb. 13, held at the Arthur M. Cromarty Criminal Court Complex in Riverhead, the charges now include Leaving the Scene of an Accident Without Reporting a Death.

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Charges Upgraded for Fatal Hit and Run, which Struck Mastic Beach Brothers in Shirley

Posted on February 16, 2026

In the heart of December, the holiday edition of Great South Bay News is on its way to newsstands, and we are confident it will enrich your celebrations.

Holiday Cheer is Here with Our December Edition of Great South Bay News

Posted on December 17, 2025

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