Northport, NY|News|
Northport Police Blotter: Gift Card Scams Reported
One scammer pretended to be a representative from a local church and sent emails to a woman asking for gift cards, police say.
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|
Man Fatally Shot; Woman's Home Burglarized: LI Weekend Crime Roundup
ALSO: Man succumbs to injuries from February assault; a man turned off his car lights at night and sped away from officers, authorities say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
New Hyde Park, NY|News|
Man Breaks Into Woman's Home, Smashes Items: Nassau Police
The man was tased after he refused to follow officers' verbal commands and made "furtive movements" toward his waistband, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Stolen Credit Card Used To Buy $2.1K MacBook In Huntington Station: PD
The grand larceny happened nearly a year ago, and detectives are looking for the man and woman responsible, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Hauppauge, NY|News|
Driver Turns Off Car Lights At Night, Leads Suffolk Cops On Chase: PD
A BMW driver unlawfully fled from a car meet and then accelerated through multiple traffic signals to evade officers, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Commack, NY|News|
Commack Post Office To Host Small Business Support Event
Small business owners can network, learn how USPS services can help growth, and more.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Farmingdale St. Patrick's Day Parade Draws Hundreds: See Photos
Fire departments, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, community groups, and even two "Back To The Future"-inspired DeLoreans paraded down Main Street.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Elwood Volleyball-A-Thon Raises More Than $3k For Charities
Funds benefitted the Sean Urda Memorial Soccer Foundation and the Long Island Community Foundation.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Cold Spring Harbor Jr./Sr. HS Art And Literary Magazine Recognized
The magazine received a rank of "First Class" in the 2024 Recognizing Excellence in Art and Literary Magazine Contest.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Hauppauge, NY|News|
Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Car In Suffolk
The man was crossing the street early Saturday when he was hit by a car, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Man Charged In Baby's Death; Fatal Hit-And-Run: LI Crime Roundup
Bloods gang members charged in shooting; duo sold fentanyl that killed one; and pastor admits to sexually exploiting child, authorities say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Union Protesting Possible Cuts At Northport VA: Reports
VA officials say efforts to redirect "billions of dollars from non-mission critical efforts" will not negatively impact veterans.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Farmingdale Village Receives $4.5M Grant For Performing Arts Center
The grant was awarded by the state's NY Forward Program. "It’s truly spectacular news for our community!" Mayor Ralph Ekstrand said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Harborfields Assistant Principal Named CAS Administrator Of The Year
Kerry Neira was recognized for her exceptional leadership, dedication, and remarkable contributions to the Harborfields School District.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
LI Man Led Operation To Steal From Home Depots Across LI, NYC: DA
The man was accused of hiring people to steal items from Home Depot stores, which were then shipped to Guyana for a profit, the DA says.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Easter Egg Hunt Coming To Farmingdale's American Airpower Museum
Bring a basket and collect Easter eggs; take a tram ride around the hangar; adopt a plush animal; and take photos with the Easter Bunny!
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown Spelling Star Returns To National Competition
The Accompsett Middle School eighth grader advanced to the Scripps National Spelling Bee for the second consecutive year.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Silas Wood Principal Duct Taped To The Wall
The event raised more than $500 for scholarships for seniors. The principal remained taped for two-and-a-half hours.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Intelligent Fitness Of Suffolk Wins Several Best Of LI Awards
Phil Sottile called the awards a "special accomplishment." Sottile, a cancer survivor, stressed the importance of fitness in one's health.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Nesconset Massage Parlor Raided: 2 Women Arrested, Police Say
Both women were charged with unauthorized practice of a profession as a felony, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
