Huntington, NY|News|
'Extremely Sweet' Rover: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
Rover, a 9-month-old male grey tuxedo, will be someone's "forever cuddle buddy." Would you like to adopt him?
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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Northport, NY|News|
'Gentle Soul' George: Northport Adoptable Pet Of The Week
George, a 1-and-a-half-year-old male cat, is loved by everyone who meets him. "Whoever adopts George will never regret it."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Huntington Police Blotter: Coffee Shop Employee Scammed
The employee was told the store needed new equipment and sent the scammer funds from the shop and his own personal money, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown Police Blotter: Man Who Stole 2017 Ford Is Arrested
ALSO: Another car was stolen, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Hauppauge, NY|News|
4 Arrests Made After Illegal Fireworks Set Off In Hauppauge: Police
Four people were accused of igniting fireworks in the Hauppauge Industrial Park near homes, commercial properties and woods, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
3 Animals Die In Fire; Man Charged W/ Arson: LI Weekend Crime Roundup
ALSO: Girl, 7, found walking near drunken, passed out parents on LI Expressway; and loaded handgun found near traffic stop, authorities say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Northport Police Blotter: Woman Scammed; Woman Leaves Scene Of Crash
ALSO: Toddler faints at library; loose dog rescued by police; dead bird found in bird bath; man suffers burns while grilling, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Vespa Of Farmingdale Wins OpenTable Award 4th Straight Year
"Farmingdale has been a blessing to me, my family and to my employees," owner Ben LoManto said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Harborfields HS Filmmakers Honored At Locust Valley Film Festival
Both students are valued members of the Tornado News Team and plan to pursue film studies in college.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
3 Ducklings Trapped In Smithtown Sewer Saved By Firefighters
The ducklings were brought to Sweetbriar Nature Center for rest and care following the rescue.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Half Hollow Hills, NY|News|
Police ID Man Killed In Tractor-Trailer Collision In Dix Hills
The man was driving a Mazda northbound when he veered into the southbound lanes and struck the tractor trailer, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Man Fatally Shoots Roommate; Woman Stabs Ex To Death: LI Crime Roundup
ALSO: Man accused of hiding corpse in suitcase faces manslaughter charge; accused sex predator arrested; and more, authorities say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Half Hollow Hills, NY|News|
Man Killed In Collision With Tractor Trailer In Dix Hills
The man was driving a Mazda northbound when he veered into the southbound lanes and struck the tractor trailer, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Memorial Weekend Carnival, Parades: Northport-Area Memorial Day Events
Check out the Memorial Day weekend happenings in and around Northport and East Northport.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown 2025 Memorial Day Parade Preview
Check out the Smithtown Memorial Day Parade date, time and route.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Memorial Weekend Carnival, Parades: Huntington Memorial Day Events
Check out the Memorial Day weekend happenings in and around Huntington.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Farmingdale 2025 Memorial Day Parade Preview
Check out the Farmingdale Memorial Day Parade date, time and route.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Huntington Attorney Admits To Stealing Nearly $400K From Clients: DA
The lawyer stole from a lottery winner, a woman going through divorce, and an elderly woman contesting eviction proceedings, the DA says.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Huntington Couple To Release 1st Album, 'After Hours'; Party Scheduled
"We are incredibly excited!" Josette Mancini told Patch, regarding the first album with her husband, Mark.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Mums Growing Exhibition Coming To Farmingdale
Learn how to grow "the Queen of Fall Flowers" at this two-part workshop. Here's everything you need to know.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
