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Markito, 'So Sweet': Northport Adoptable Pet Of The Week
Markito, a 10-month-old male orange tabby, is a "joy" to be around. "We just know you will fall in love with him."

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.
Markito, a 10-month-old male orange tabby, is a "joy" to be around. "We just know you will fall in love with him."

The Town of Huntington will be joining LiveOnNY in recognizing April as Donate Life Month.
"This is an immersive experience of all things candy!" owner Pete Dragone said. The popup will feature cocktails, ice cream sundaes, more.
Aidan Fischer, 23, has relapsed again during his battle with leukemia. A fundraiser is scheduled at Miller's Ale House in Commack.
The father, worried about his son after he was involved in a crash, was found dead a day after he reported his son missing, the DA says.
"I will not let my eye problems prevent me from doing what I must," said Byron Crutcher, who volunteers at Long Island Cares once a week.
Oreo, nearly 10 years, old, was brought to the shelter when his owner died. "He is the perfect companion cat."
ALSO: A driver fled the scene after rear-ending another driver, police say.
ALSO: Two people arrested in connection with selling cocaine; and catalytic converters stolen off of seven vehicles, police say.
ALSO: License plate stolen; good Samaritan finds purse and turns it into police; and man drove without valid license, police say.
ALSO: Police seeking hit-and-run driver; and teenager charged with arson, authorities say.
A man stole items from Nordstrom Rack and had a brief struggle with the loss prevention agents who tried to stop him, police say.
In total, the district has raised more than $410K for the St. Baldrick's Foundation, which provides hope to people fighting cancer.
ALSO: Man faces murder charge in death of domestic partner; El Salvadoran man found guilty of hit-and-run; and more, authorities say.
Medals are awarded following blind tastings by certified judges who evaluate based on aroma, flavor, mouthfeel, and overall impression.
The schedule includes 14 screening programs highlighting feature films and short projects, of varying genres, made locally on Long Island.
The store's opening is set for next week after it has been pushed back a couple of times.
Donations will go to Rise Life Services. The event will feature live music, a Chinese auction, face-painting, Sparky the Dragon, and more.
Nicholas Ciappetta will be recognized by the Huntington Hispanic Advisory Task Force for "informing, guiding, and encouraging our youth."
Brannigan, his mom, and his coach discussed the importance of goal setting and teamwork. Students were rewarded for their reading program.