Northport, NY|News|
'Sweet' Joanie And Richie: Northport Adoptable Pets Of The Week
Joanie, 6 years old, and her son, Richie, 5, lost their home when their owner died. "They just need a chance," a volunteer said.
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|
Smithtown Police Blotter: Person Scammed Out Of Thousands
ALSO: A grill was stolen off of a car at a dealership, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Huntington Hospital Nurses To Picket For 'Safe Staffing,' 'Fair Contract'
Nurses seek "a fair contract with safe staffing standards, a plan to retain experienced nurses, and respectful wages and benefits."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Huntington Police Blotter: Statue, Laptop Stolen From St. Patrick's School
ALSO: More than $2,000 worth of merchandise was stolen from a Sephora, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
American Airpower Museum Of Farmingdale Announces Scenic Flight Experience Over LI Program
"You’ve never seen Long Island like this before," the museum wrote. "Get the ultimate bird’s eye view of the island’s famous sites."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Northport Police Blotter: Multiple Hit-And-Runs Reported
ALSO: "Vicious husky" gets loose; hot tub catches fire; woman's car damaged; deer damages soccer net; and more, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Man Accused Of Fatally Shooting Woman; Woman Dies In Crash With Drunken Driver: LI Weekend Crime Roundup
ALSO: E-bike rider hospitalized following hit-and-run; man rips off mannequin's pistol; and more, authorities say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
6 Injured, 2 Seriously, In Two-Car Collision In Smithtown
A car made a left turn in front of another car, causing a crash, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Man Dies In Apparent Drowning In Nissequogue
A swimmer in distress was pulled from the water, police say. He was later pronounced dead.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Cold Spring Harbor Students Simulate Ellis Island Experience During Ellis Island Day
Each student is assigned an immigrant identity and joins a family unit, embarking on a symbolic voyage to America alongside their "parents."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Fatal Hit-And-Run Indictment; Man Admits To Assaulting Newborn Son: LI Crime Roundup
ALSO: Man found guilty of murder and robberies; woman pleads guilty to manslaughter in fatal crash; and more, authorities say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Medford, NY|News|
ALDI To Open New Medford Store
The new Medford ALDI store will offer fresh produce, meats, seafood, cheeses, and more.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Man Indicted In Suffolk Crash That Killed Woman, 24: DA
The man told an auto body shop he had struck a deer when taking his car in after he fled the scene of the crash, the DA says.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Relay For Life Of Northport To Benefit American Cancer Society
The all-night event will feature a banquet, guest speakers, activities, a dance party, a midnight movie, pancakes, and more.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Hauppauge, NY|News|
Man Steals Sneakers From Islandia Store: Police
The man stole Nike sneakers from Famous Footwear, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Huntington HS Girls Lacrosse Team Wins Long Island Championship: 'Whatever It Takes'
The Blue Devils defeated two-time defending Long Island champs Massapequa 12-8. The Southeast regional state playoffs are next. "Bet on us."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Commack, NY|News|
Run For Their Lives Walk In Commack To Advocate For Hostages Held In Gaza
A chapter of the same group was targeted in what officials say was a terror attack in Colorado, but the Commack group remains "undeterred."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
3 Nassau Hospitals Earn National Recognition For Diabetes Care Excellence
Awarded hospitals show an "unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being" of people living with diabetes while hospitalized.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Northport-East Northport Kiwanis Club Raises $12K At Annual Golf Outing
The club plans to make donations to various charities in the area, as well as provide scholarships to local high school students.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Half Hollow Hills, NY|News|
Memorial Marker To Be Dedicated To Gold Star Families In Dix Hills
The marker, "HONOR – HOPE – HEALING," was designed to remember fallen heroes from the Town of Huntington.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
