Northport, NY|News|
Northport Police Blotter: Dark Web Fraud Scare; Man Reports Scam
ALSO: A man refused to get out of an Uber in what turned out to be a misunderstanding; group found trespassing on boat, 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|
Farmingdale's The Nutty Irishman Holds 20th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting
"Farmingdale is a great town ... we invest in this community because we're happy and we believe in it," owner Joe Fortuna said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Elwood Seniors Named National Merit Commended Students
They are two of only 34,000 Commended Students recognized nationwide for their exceptional academic achievement.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown Horizons And Youth Bureau Hold Drug Awareness Campaign
Students are invited to create their own artwork using this year’s Red Ribbon theme, "Life is a Movie, Film Drug Free."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
MS-13 Member Sentenced; Man Charged In Mom's Death : LI Crime Roundup
ALSO: Man admits to sexually abusing toddler; gang member pleads guilty to slaying; and arrest made in fatal stabbing, authorities say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
LI McGrath’s To Open In Farmingdale: Report
The restaurant, a sister pub to McGrath's in Ireland, is set to open at the site of The Republic, according to a report.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
'Spine Center Of Excellence' Slated For Smithtown Hospital
The program will offer premium spine and pain care at select Centers of Excellence.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
East Meadow, NY|News|
2 Men Accused Of Trying To Bomb Nassau Government Building: Police
One of the men placed propane tanks near the Nassau County Department of Social Services and threw lit flares toward the tanks, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Hauppauge, NY|News|
Hauppauge Shows Eagle Spirit Ahead Of Homecoming
Students had fun at the pep rally, playing games, watching performances, and crowning Mr. and Miss Hauppauge.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Where To Pick Pumpkins In Farmingdale This Fall
Check out some pumpkin patches in or near Farmingdale to pick pumpkins this fall.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
Long Island Man Charged With Killing His Mother, 85: Police
A woman died a week after her son was accused causing her injuries, police say. The woman's daughter also faces abuse charges, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
The Barnyard Opens In Farmingdale: 'It Feels Amazing'
"We’re trying to bring unique flavors to Main Street, and I think we’ve accomplished that with what we’ve presented so far on the menu."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Half Hollow Hills, NY|News|
Ralph Macchio Wants To 'Give Back To LI,' Attends Breast Cancer Gala
Macchio's wife was treated for a breast cancer scare by the founder of The Maurer Foundation. Macchio now wants to "pay it forward."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
Nassau Woman Illegally Possessed Sacred Religious Sikh Book: Police
The woman, in possession of a sacred book belonging to a religious Sikh community, refused to open the door to officers, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Johnny Cash And June Carter: Smithtown Adoptable Pets Of The Week
Johnny Cash and June Carter, around 4 years old, were "used for breeding purposes and later carelessly discarded." Want to give them a home?
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Five Towns, NY|News|
Man Arrested In Nassau Elder Scam: Police
The man was set to pick up a woman's credit card after she was told there were fraudulent charges on her card, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
3 Arrested On Drug And Weapon Charges In Huntington: Police
Marijuana, THC marijuana vapes, flavor vape products, an illegal firearm and two stun guns were discovered, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Where To Pick Pumpkins In Smithtown This Fall
Check out some pumpkin patches in or near Smithtown to pick pumpkins this fall.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
The Nutty Irishman Of Farmingdale Celebrating 20 Years
The bar is hosting multiple events in October, including a charity concert. "It's like a month-long celebration," owner Joe Fortuna said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Where To Pick Pumpkins In Huntington This Fall
Check out some pumpkin patches in or near Huntington to pick pumpkins this fall.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff