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Amanda Lindner is an editor for Patch.com, covering Commack, Hauppauge, Smithtown and Kings Park. She can be reached at 631-374-9884 or by email at Amanda.Lindner @ patch.com
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The spending plan represents an $8 million increase from the current year's.
Donna Coane has been vlogging her journey since she was diagnosed in 2010.
A look at recent crime reported in the surrounding area.
A look at recent crime in the surrounding area.
The Desmond family, of Commack, hosts 10-year-old Elton of Elmhurst, each summer through the Fresh Air Fund.
The Gold-winning Olympic gymnast will be honored this weekend at the Suffolk Y JCC.
State assessments in Hauppauge begin Tuesday for grades 3 through 8.
A beautiful day turned tragic in an instant as Joanna Barouch was on the scene, watching the events unfold.
State assessments in Commack begin Tuesday for grades 3 through 8.
Island Federal Credit Union will award the gifts to 20 high school graduates.
Commack's newest restaurant gets a warm reception from the Town of Huntington.
Baseball players kick off the 2013 season with a parade and game.
A look at upcoming events and activities in the Hauppauge area.
A look at upcoming events and activities in the Commack area.
A look at the top headlines from this past week in Hauppauge.