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.
"Joe and Gina O'Brien have consistently proven their dedication to community betterment and supporting those in need," a state senator said.
ALSO: A man scratched a woman and pushed a teenager in a domestic incident, police say.
The girl, who had last been seen leaving her home on a bicycle Monday morning, was found, police say.
The driver was charged with driving while ability impaired by drugs in connection with the fatal crash, police say.
Mario Mattera is the Republican incumbent for NY's 2nd Senate District. Check out a Q&A here.
Staff brought their furry companions, complete with costumes, treats and wagging tails.
The group plans to carry out the principles of The Smithtown Promise and give back to the school community as difference makers.
Philip Farrelly, a "dynamic and collaborative educator," is set to assume the position in early November.
Incumbent Republican Mario Mattera is looking to defend his seat against Democratic challenger Craig Herskowitz.
Incumbent Republican Ed Flood is looking to defend his seat against Democratic challenger Rebecca Kassay.
Republican incumbent David McDonough is looking to defend his seat against Democratic challenger Ellen Lederer DeFrancesco.
Sentences were handed out for a man who killed his wife; a man who stabbed his son-in-law; and a road rage driver, prosecutors say.
The family of the man seriously injured, who was a passenger, raised questions about the nature of the crash, according to reports.
Drug residue was found in a dad's home, while another woman fatally overdosed because of drugs she purchased from the dealer, the DA says.
Incumbent Democrat Steve Stern is looking to defend his seat against Republican challenger Aamir Sultan.
Steve Stern is the Democratic incumbent for NY's 10th Assembly District. Check out a Q&A here.
The 14-year-old, who had been reported missing Friday, was found OK, police say.
The funding will help establish a Next Generation Artificial Intelligence Center for Advanced Cancer Diagnostics, Congressman Suozzi says.
Republican Keith Brown is looking for re-election against Democratic challenger Thomas Cox, who is not running an active campaign.
A man reached into a vehicle parked at R&J Auto Repair and stole the checks and cash, police say.
