Spencer Leaves Jail, Headed for Community Service

William “Doc” Spencer, whose political and medical career was halted in 2020 in a spectacular fall from grace, has been released from the Suffolk County jail where he was serving a sentence after pleading guilty to a felony charge of tampering with public records and Read More …

‘Doc’ Spencer in Jail After Pleading Guilty in Deal

William “Doc” Spencer, whose arrest in October 2020 shocked leaders in the local world of both medicine and politics, and led to a stunning fall from grace, was jailed Friday after he pleaded guilty to reduced charges of tampering with records, a felony, and a Read More …

Legislators Recognize 3 as Women of Distinction

Suffolk County legislators representing Huntington have named three residents as Women of Distinction. In the 18th District, Legislator William “Doc” Spencer honored the Rev. Kim Gambino for her work at Helping Hand Rescue Mission feeding, clothing and otherwise supporting families in need. Hundreds of families Read More …

Letter: Police Deserve Respect of Public

Many of us have seen the recent videos capturing multiple incidents of New York City police officers who were intentionally and maliciously soaked with water and struck with buckets.   It was disturbing to me to witness these public servants humiliated and disrespected in such Read More …

New Eagle Scouts Recognized

Several new Eagle Scouts were honored recently by officials who presented proclamations  in recognition of their achievements. Suffolk County Legislator Susan A. Berland  presented a proclamation and 16th Legislative District Pin to Eagle Scout Nicholas Duchatellier, of Dix Hills, Boy Scout Troop 106’s newest Eagle Read More …