Michael is an editor at Long Island Patch who covers Farmingdale, Huntington, Northport, Smithtown and more. He's lived in Farmingdale his whole life. He earned his bachelor's degree in journalism at Stony Brook University and master's from the CUNY Graduate School of Journalism.
A bag of cocaine was found, and a DJ was playing music near a dance floor during a State Liquor Authority check, police say.
The man lost control of the motorcycle and crashed just north of the Southern State Parkway, police say.
Families in need benefit from the program, which was created a year ago this month. Students continue to try to improve the pantry.
"Cafe Testarossa has reigned as the epitome of culinary excellence on Long Island," the awards page reads. Have you tried it yet?
The menu features gyros, platters, burgers, barbecue, naan, seafood and more.
Check out some of the family-friendly programming at the Huntington Station shopping center.
Darryl Morris discussed the "incredible and caring people" he volunteers with at the food pantry and his most memorable moment so far.
The man committed the lewd act in his car in front of a mother and her 6-year-old daughter, police say.
The 2-year-old male chocolate Lab will provide "endless laughter and joy for one lucky family." It could be yours. Want to meet Buster?
Other events include "Caring for the Caregiver," a discussion on herbs, and training for stretching, strength and balance.
Hauppauge HS students and their families recently hosted students from the Gymnasium Neu Wulmstorf in Germany as part of a yearly program.
The gang member is wanted in connection with the robbery, kidnapping and gang assault of a 15-year-old boy in January, prosecutors say.
The nonprofit helps families with funeral expenses after a substance use death. Police also conducted a Narcan training for customers.
The Carol Keil Service Award was created in her honor. One former Girl Scout remembered how Keil helped her overcome her fear of heights.
The H5N1 influenza has been found in cattle. The FDA cautioned people who drink raw, unpasteurized milk.
See how Syosset ranked among Long Island public high schools.
The former LI resident sold loaded guns and ammunition in Nassau, the DA says.
The plane crashed on the Southern State Parkway in February. A flight student did not switch fuel tanks, the report says.
Students participated in an outdoor school cleanup, recycled water bottles, played "Tick, Tack, Leaf" and painted a mural.
See how Northport ranked among Long Island public high schools.
