Hauppauge, NY|News|
LI Cares Unveils New Farmers Market Truck
The truck, funded by a Bank of America grant, will allow food-insecure Long Islanders to select fresh fruits and vegetables at no cost.
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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Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
3 Men Indicted In 'Brutal' Long Island Slaying: DA
The three men, all from overseas, are accused of beating, strangling and stabbing a Salvadoran national, DA Raymond Tierney said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Man Stabbed; Man Faces DWI Charge In Crash: LI Weekend Crime Roundup
ALSO: Man charged with kidnapping after hitting woman; and man breaks into gas station through brickwork, authorities say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
Nassau Man Faces Kidnapping Charge After Hitting Woman: Police
The man struck the woman several times, prevented her from leaving his home, and then hid in a crawlspace with the woman, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|News|
Man Breaks Into Island Park Gas Station Through Brickwork: Police
The man removed bricks from the outside wall and entered the gas station through a small hole, police say.
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Farmingdale|News|
Alibi Of Farmingdale Wins Best Whiskey Bar, Signature Cocktail On LI
Alibi won in the 2025 FourLeaf Best of Long Island Awards. "These awards make it all worth it," owner Pete Dragone said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Elwood Celebrates Food And Culture At International Night
Students were invited to bring food or create a station to showcase their heritage or a country that interested them.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown High School Students Hit The Runway
Proceeds from the gala support senior scholarships and the school’s cultural arts programs. See photos from the fashion shows.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
Oceanside Nail Spa Burglarized By Duo; $12K Stolen: Police
The two stole money from the cash register and ATM, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Man Shoots Father To Death: LI Crime Roundup
ALSO: Man faces murder charge following shooting; one of FBI's most wanted arraigned on LI; and $12M Medicare scheme, authorities say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|News|
Overnight Closure Coming To LI Expressway In Town Of Brookhaven
A stretch of the Long Island Expressway is set to be closed overnight one night next week for bridge maintenance.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Islip, NY|News|
Overnight Closures Coming To Sagtikos State Parkway In Town Of Islip
Concrete pavement repairs are scheduled. Here is what drivers need to know about when the roads will be closed.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
New Salamander Species? Smithtown High School East Senior Thinks So.
Gabe Finger and some friends found a potentially new salamander species after the centuries-old Mill Pond dam collapsed in 2024.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Half Hollow Hills, NY|News|
Candlewood MS Students Author Book On Sea Turtle Rescue And Rehab
The 17 students worked with the New York Marine Rescue Center to save the turtles. Canon U.S.A. helped launch the book.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
Police ID Man Killed In Island Park House Fire
The man, 83, died when his home became engulfed in flames on Monday, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Barnes & Noble Of Huntington Station Pushes Back Opening Date
The bookstore, originally set to open next week, has delayed its opening.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
'Horrific': LI Man Found Guilty Of Raping Girlfriend: DA
The man raped and sexually abused his girlfriend, stealing her electronic devices to prevent her from calling for help, the DA said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|News|
LI Man Sold Carfentanil That Caused Man's Fatal Overdose: Suffolk DA
Carfentanil is used by veterinarians to anesthetize large animals, like elephants, DA Raymond Tierney said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
The Empanada Spot Opens Farmingdale Location
The Empanada Spot, a Colombian eatery, features dozens of different types of empanadas. "We’re hoping to stay here for many years."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Cold Spring Harbor Student-Athletes Raise Funds For Breast Cancer
The students organized the annual Pink Aid Tennis Tournament for the past two years. They raised $5.7K this past fall.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
