Huntington, NY|News|
Harborfields HS Student Wins Art Logo Design Contest
The student's winning design was printed on a Long Island Nets t-shirt. "We are so proud of Isabella on this incredible achievement."
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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Half Hollow Hills, NY|News|
Melville Man In Possession Of Multiple Guns Is Arrested: Police
Police seized three assault rifles, two rifles, and one level three body armor, as well as other firearm components, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Woman Critically Injured In South Farmingdale Crash
The woman was crossing a street when she was hit by a car, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Child Sexual Exploitation; Murder Sentencings: LI Crime Roundup
ALSO: Third arrest in LI teen's disappearance; child sexual abuse sentencing made; and $600K coronavirus relief fraud; authorities say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Elwood Honors 21 Talented PTA Reflections Winners
Congratulations to all winners in the school district!
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Harborfields Community Member Earns Louis E. Yavner Citizen Award
The award honors one individual each year who goes above and beyond to educate students on the Holocaust.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Farmingdale Girl, 11, Reported Missing Is Found OK: Police
The girl, who had last been seen Thursday night, was found Friday morning, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Hauppauge, NY|News|
Hauppauge HS Students Selected For LI String Festival Association
The students dedicated 10 hours of rehearsal time with their respective orchestras and performed in the LISFA concert on Jan. 12.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
317 Main Street Of Farmingdale Wins Best American Restaurant On LI
317 has won the award back-to-back years. "It was a real team effort to have accomplished this two years in a row," chef Eric LeVine said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown HS East Student Named Regeneron Finalist
The 40 finalists will meet in Washington, D.C., in March to present their projects. The top award is $250K.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Commack, NY|News|
Commack HS Student, Aspiring Neurosurgeon, Named Regeneron Finalist
Ishana Chadha earned a $25K scholarship. It marked the first time in a decade that Commack High School has produced a finalist.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Chicken Wing Challenge For Charity Coming To Greenlawn
Proceeds benefit Camp Good Mourning!, a charity that provides free bereavement camps to children coping with the death of a parent/sibling.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
LI Woman, 95, Who Still Actively Works Out Shares Her Secrets
The woman continues to work out with a trainer half her age. "When Jessie comes in, I’ve got to be ready to bring it," the trainer said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Five Towns, NY|News|
LI Man Charged With Sexual Exploitation Of Children: U.S. DOJ
The man was accused of paying minors to produce and send sexually explicit photographs and videos of themselves, the DOJ says.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
John's Crazy Socks Of LI Presents Scholarship For People On Spectrum
Monetary awards are on the line, and the winner's sock design will be sold by John's Crazy Socks. Here's how to enter.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Candied Yams, A 'Gentle Soul': Smithtown Adoptable Pet Of The Week
Candied Yams, a 6-year-old female tabby, "will melt your heart like warm butter combined with sugar, spice and everything nice!"
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Hauppauge, NY|News|
Jake's 58 CEO Tapped As Chairman Of New York Gaming Association
"From its inception, our industry has been an economic engine for our schools, our state, and our communities," Phil Boyle said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Cold Spring Harbor Students Raise Money For Wildfire Victims
A sixth grade guitarist and his brother have raised more than $2,500 to help those displaced by the California wildfires.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
'Timid' Norbert: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
Norbert, a 1-and-a-half-year-old boy, is slowly relaxing. "He needs a sibling who could show him the ropes and a loving, patient family."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Woman Arrested In Smithtown Massage Parlor Raid: Police
The woman was charged with unauthorized practice of a profession and prostitution, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
