Hauppauge, NY|News|
Woman's 2023 Assault In Islandia Remains Unsolved; Police Seeking Info
A 45-year-old woman was assaulted in a wooded area behind Walmart, police say. The department is still looking for her attacker.
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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Farmingdale|News|
Attempted Robbery With A Brick: LI Weekend Crime Roundup
ALSO: A man struck a car with a wooden baton; and a plow was stolen, authorities say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Commack, NY|News|
Cat Reported Missing In Commack
Nina, an 11-year-old cat, was accidentally let out by the cleaners on Friday and hasn't been seen since.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Five Towns, NY|News|
Boy, 14, Reported Missing From North Woodmere Is Found OK: Police
The boy, who had been reported missing Monday after he was last seen on Sunday, was found, police said in an update on Friday.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Plow Stolen In East Northport: Police
A 2017 John Deere plow was stolen from a parking lot in February, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Dogwood School Students Hold Autism Acceptance Event In Smithtown
Children have been learning about autism and seeking ways to make school even more inclusive.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Man Indicted In Dad's Slaying; Man Shot To Death: LI Crime Roundup
ALSO: Man faces charges in fatal stabbing; man sentenced in murder case; man found guilty of sexually abusing stepdaughter, authorities say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Five Towns, NY|News|
Charges Dismissed Against LI Brothers Accused Of Robbery
The Avital brothers, who own 5 Towns Jewelry Buyers, saw charges stemming from a robbery accusation dismissed by a grand jury.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
New Hyde Park, NY|News|
Islanders Unveil Clark Gilles' Media Room At LI Ronald McDonald House
The hockey-themed room will provide relaxation to children facing a pediatric medical crisis. "This would have been Clark's dream."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
Baldwin Bowl And Lounge Boarded After Gambling Machines Found: PD
The owner faces charges after police say the business was operating without a valid NYS liquor license and had gambling machines inside.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Passenger Seriously Injured In 1-Car Huntington Crash
A man was driving when he left the roadway, causing his passenger to suffer serious injuries in a crash, police say.
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Northport, NY|News|
Blood Drive To Be Held In Honor Of Northport Man Fighting Cancer
The blood drive is scheduled for April 16. Here's everything you need to know.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Flower Shop Of Farmingdale Wins Best Florist, Best Wedding Florist
"It's exciting that our customers feel that way about us, and that they continue to feel that way about us," the owner said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Street To Table Opens Huntington Station Restaurant
The street food-inspired restaurant features sandwiches and entrees from various ethnicities. "Quality and comfort go hand in hand."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
'Delightfully Sweet' Sugar: Smithtown Adoptable Pet Of The Week
Sugar, a 6-year-old Min-Pin, was saved from a "terrible breeding situation" and she is ready to show "joy, loyalty, and unconditional love."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Half Hollow Hills, NY|News|
Pino’s Italian Food Market Opens In Dix Hills: 'Very, Very Excited'
Customers can watch certain foods being prepared. "All the backend things that made us who we are, we’re showing people now," an owner said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Beatles Tribute Band; Boating Safety: Huntington Library April Events
Other events include a homeownership seminar; road to the American Revolution; building a rain garden; and more.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|News|
Dunkin' Renovates Ronkonkoma Store; Grand Reopening Announced
To celebrate the grand reopening, Dunkin’ is offering free coffee for a year to the first 100 guests in line.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Northport-East Northport Raises $47K For Childhood Cancer Research
The event showed "the power of community, generosity and dedication in making a real difference in the fight against childhood cancer."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown HS East Cancer Survivor Gives Back To Patients
The student recently organized a pediatric cancer donation drive to provide toys and funding to help soothe children suffering from cancer.
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