Reflecting on 10 Years as Our Drug-Free Communities Grant Comes to a Close

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Youth Voices Shine at Lindenhurst’s 8th Annual Leadership Summit

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Puzzle Pieces of Prevention: Babylon Unites for Red Ribbon Week Celebration

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'He Was Truly Loved': Over 10K Raised For Teen Killed In Long Island Shooting: Patch PM

Also: Trash compactor death: PD / Vets honored / Cannabis raids: PD / AG arraigned / Halloween Village / Bathroom suit / Sex trafficking: DA

Kappa Leaguers Kick Off their Plans for Health, Wellness & Substance Prevention!

Kappa Leaguers gathered to brainstorm and plan to "lead by example" to combat VAPE misuse by young people in their community.

LI Man Arrested After Stabbing Friend Multiple Times In Fight: Police | Patch PM

Also: No LIRR strike / Ex-Scout leader charged with child porn in prison: feds / Charlie Kirk honored / Lottery win / Brawl: PD / Fatal ID

Child Hospitalized After Getting Hit By Car While Riding Bike: Police | Patch PM

Also: Funeral for designer who died on LI boat / Teen shot at party: PD / Water rescue / Man charged with DWI had 5 kids in car: PD / Erin

LI Parents Invited To Babylon's World Breastfeeding Week Event

The Town of Babylon is hosting a World Breastfeeding Week​ celebration at Tanner Park in August, Suffolk County officials announce.

'Crazy Love Story': LI Lovebirds Compete For 'America's Favorite Couple' Title

"He was visiting from Brazil and we fell in love instantly. We got married after 40 days. It’s been 3 years now."- Long Island's Tom Opiela.

Bird's Nest Causes 800+ Customers To Lose Power On LI

An innocent but ill-placed bird's nest caused hundreds of PSEG customers to lose power last Thursday, PSEG reps told Patch.

100 Kids Step Up To The Plate At Suffolk Sheriff's Baseball Clinic

The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office stepped up to the plate by hosting a free baseball clinic which around 100 children participated in.

'Unimaginable Abuse': LI Man Raped, Sexually Abused Stepdaughter For Years: DA | Patch PM

Also: LI shark bite / DWI crash into art show: PD / Uber driver robbed: PD / DWI dad fled crash: PD / Gas prices / ICE tracker expands on LI

'Beacon Of Hope': Long Island Woman Honored By Street Renaming

The memory of a beloved Long Island woman known for helping her community lives on after a street renaming earlier this week.

Man Admits To Fatal Stabbing At Long Island Deli: DA | Patch PM

Also: New Adventureland ride / ICE / Man rapes 2 boys: DA / Sandcastles for prizes / Choking boy saved by hero / Strawberry Fest / Tuna Tour

Family Fundraises For Little Girl Battling Brain Cancer On LI

"Recently, our world was turned upside down when Éowyn was diagnosed with a medulloblastoma, a rare and aggressive brain tumor."

Man Shot In Chest While Sitting In Car On LI: PD | Patch PM

Also: LI diners / Fisherman saved: PD / Young man who fought cancer remembered / Breeders's Cup / Hotel's new chapter / Holiday lights love

LI Cub Scouts Celebrate Arrow Of Light Ceremony

The Village of Lindenhurst celebrated the Cub Scout Arrow of Light ceremony in April, the highest award a Cub Scout can achieve.

SCPD And Purple Rock Project Spread Narcan Awareness On LI

Suffolk Police and the Purple Rock Project offered Narcan training at The Beat Lives On 5K run to honor CJ Neumann.

LI Village Ranked Among Best Places To Live In The U.S.: Report

This South Shore village is one of 3 places on Long Island rated as one of the best places to live nationwide by U.S. News & World Report.

'Preyed On Stepdaughter': LI Man Charged With Sexual Abuse: DA | PM

Also: Mom's plea to find son / Embezzler: DA / 'Unknown man' in yard: PD / Town mourns longtime community light / Missing man / Flea market

'A Servant's Heart': Former Teacher Volunteers at LI Cares Food Pantry

"It's not just about the food. There are friendships that develop over time with getting to know each other."-Laura Martin, LI Cares.

'Violent Attack' On Funeral Home Owner Gets LI Felon 25 Years: DA | PM

Also: Man charged with child porn sentenced: feds / Delivery robberies / 'Man of God' mourned / Thunderbirds / Chef expands / Bogus bust: PD

Lindenhurst FD Names 2025 Chiefs And Officers

The Lindenhurst Fire Department's 2025 chiefs and officers have been sworn in, officials announce.

Fire Rips Through LI Strip Mall: Police | Patch PM

Also: Iconic diner razed / Fatal stabbing: PD / Street named for murdered IDF soldier / Pickleball tourney / Teen cancer survivor gives back

Lindenhurst Named Tree City USA Community

The Village of Lindenhurst has received this designation for nearly 40 years.

'Banana Quest' Heats Up As Benny Secures Residency On Long Island

"People say this has brought their family closer. Kids that were getting picked on at school are now stars because they got to meet Benny."

'Banana Quest' Continues On Day 6 Of Community Hide 'N Seek

The adventure of Benny the Banana is going strong on day 6 of a game of hide 'n seek that's bringing a Long Island community together.

'Banana Quest' Goes Strong On Day 5 Of Community Hide 'N Seek

Benny the Banana had a close call on day 4 of an elaborate game of hide 'n seek that's bringing a Long Island community together.

​ 'Banana Quest' Brings 'Pure Joy' In LI Community Hide 'N Seek: PM

Also: Measles confirmed / Enough fentanyl to kill 250K: DA / Brush fire in Medford / 2nd rabid raccoon found / Brush fires spark mitigation

'Banana Quest' Brings 'Pure Joy' On Day 4 Of Community Hide 'N Seek

"I love seeing the smiles and excitement everyone has to find Benny and the trust that we have put into each other." - Alicia Cusumano.

'Banana Quest' Kicks Off With Day 3 Of Community Hide 'N Seek

A stuffed Rasta banana is on day 3 of bringing the Long Island community together in a game of hide 'n seek gone viral on social media.

'Banana Quest' Takes LI By Storm With Community Hide 'N Seek

A giant stuffed banana is bringing the Long Island community together in a game of hide 'n seek that's going viral on Facebook and Snapchat.

Children Injured In School Bus Crash On Long Island: PD | Patch PM

Also: Dead birds / Gummies / Dead man ID'd / Trans sports ban challenge / Protecting nurses / Man abused grandchild: DA / Bus stop approach

Vehicle And Equipment Auction Coming Soon

An equipment and vehicle auction is coming to Long Island.

Skate With The Sheriff: SCSO Host's Family Ice Skating Day

Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon, Jr. has invited the public to a family-friendly ice skating day on Long Island.

Lindenhurst Seniors Crochet For A Cause

Lindenhurst seniors crocheted dozens of hats and blankets for those in need.

$50K Winning Powerball Ticket Sold On Long Island

The winning ticket was sold at a Long Island business.

'No Survivors': 23 Cats Recovered From Rubble Of Raging LI Fire

The search for 23 cats that disappeared after a raging fire destroyed a Long Island couple's home has been called off after 2 months.

'Lost Everything': LI Helps Couple, 23 Cats Displaced By Raging Fire

A GoFundMe has been organized to help a Copiague couple with 23 cats whose home was destroyed by a devastating fire last week.

'Unimaginable Tragedy': Fire Destroys LI Family's Home And Business

A GoFundMe has been organized to help a Lindenhurst family whose home and business was destroyed by a devastating fire on Wednesday.

The Evolution of Main Street Italian Eatery in Farmingdale

Long Island’s go-to spot for Italian classics, incredible pizza and unbelievable entertainment!

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