Smithtown, NY|News|
Disco, Sally And Beignet: Smithtown Adoptable Pets Of The Week
The three are approaching their first birthday. Are you interested in giving them the best gift of all?
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
- Farmingdale, NY
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.
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Smithtown, NY|News|
4 Smithtown HS East Musicians Perform At LISFA
This was the first time students from Smithtown were selected for this event.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
LI's Whiskey Down Diner Shake To Raise Money For Autism Research
A portion of proceeds from the blue "Cookie Monster" shake will be donated to The Spellers Freedom Foundation.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Huntington's Neraki Greek Mediterranean Grill Wins 2 LI-Wide Awards
The restaurant won Best Seafood and Best Mediterranean on Long Island in the Bethpage Best Awards. "We are so very, very grateful."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Commack, NY|News|
Suffolk Officer Offers Safety Tips At Commack Middle School
The officer met with students to discuss vaping, bullying, and internet safety.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Cash, Computer Stolen From Farmingdale Brunch Spot: Police
My Grandmother's Kitchen was burglarized, and police say they are looking for the person who stole an Apple MacBook and money.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
2 Arrested In Computer 'Lock Out' Scam: Northport Police
A woman lost more than $15K in a scam, and the scammers tried to trick her again the next day, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Five Towns, NY|News|
Man Injures 2 Officers After Urinating At 7-Eleven: Nassau Police
The man was violent while resisting arrest, police say. The man had been banned from a 7-Eleven before returning to urinate, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
'Loving' S'Mores: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
S'Mores, an 8-month-old female tabby, "would bring so much joy to your home," the shelter wrote. Want to meet her?
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
East Farmingdale Waste Facility Catches Fire, Firefighters Respond
Suffolk Arson Squad detectives are investigating the fire's cause.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
'Sweet, Gentle, Loving' Ghost: Northport Adoptable Pet Of The Week
Ghost, a 7-month-old male tabby, is "one of the sweetest kittens ever." Would you like to meet him?
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|News|
Manhasset Robotics Team To Represent LI On World Stage
The team is asking for the public's help to send it to Texas to compete at the VEX Robotics World Championship.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
'Kind And Innocent': Scarlett Is Smithtown Star Student
We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Smithtown.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Huntington Police Blotter: Man Possessed Crack Cocaine
The Huntington man faces several drug-related charges, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Northport Police Blotter: Woman Nearly Scammed Out Of $7K
ALSO: A check was reported stolen from an apartment, and a deer was accidentally killed, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Hauppauge, NY|News|
Jake's 58 Casino Hotel Expansion Breaks Ground; To Double In Size
The expansion will include hundreds of hotel rooms, a conference center, new restaurants, a sports grille, concert venue, VIP lounge, more.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Farmingdale State College Hosts 'Can Castle' Event For LI Cares
Students donated 23 tons of food to Long Island Cares, the equivalent of more than 37,000 meals.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School’s Students ‘Got Talent’: Photos
Smithtown students sang, shredded on the guitar and performed dance routines for classmates and school staff members.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Harborfields Named One Of 'Best Communities for Music Education'
The NAMM Foundation honored the Harborfields Central School District with the distinction for a fifth straight year.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Elwood Earns 'Best Community For Music' Honor
The district was recognized by the NAMM Foundation.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
