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.
Niko, a 4-month-old male tuxedo cat, needed time to come out of his shell but now wants to "be someone's best friend." He could be yours.
Eclipse and Willow, 7-month-old bonded sisters, are "very affectionate," but no one has applied to adopt them yet. Will you be the first?
ALSO: Theft reported at Sephora in Smith Haven Mall; and a woman was warned of fraudulent activity on her bank account, police say.
ALSO: A woman was scammed over a text message; and a catalytic converter was stolen, police say.
One year ago, Farmingdale lost Gina Pellettiere and Bea Ferrari - "the mom and grandma of band." Their impact, however, is forever secured.
ALSO: Northport police helped Suffolk police take a man who had an outstanding warrant into custody, police say.
The driver involved in the crash faces manslaughter and vehicular manslaughter charges, police say.
Four people were rescued from the water, and the overturned boat was brought to shore, police say.
Parents in the community agree Janice Boitano Concagh is "a wonderful and a concerning teacher," said her mother, who nominated her.
ALSO: New details emerge in death of woman found in suitcase; animal cruelty arrests; and taxi driver attacked over fare, authorities say.
Students and staff wore gold to support the Lace Up for Kids campaign, part of the nonprofit Solving Kids’ Cancer.
The man was driving on a highway when he tried making a left turn and collided with another vehicle, police say.
The girl had been reporting missing early Thursday and was found unharmed, police say.
Proceeds benefitted Angela's House, which helps medically fragile children and their families.
The festival will feature food trucks, music, a pet parade and costume contest, a fall artisan market, car show, pumpkin patch and more.
The man poured liquid on the driver, 72, punched him and stole his phone after the driver told him the fare was paid upfront, police say.
"Donating to a veteran food collection drive helps ... support those who have bravely served our nation but now face food insecurity."
"Any one of these precious fur babies will bring magic, joy, laughter, and adventure into a lucky family's life." Want to meet one?
A man charged with concealment of a human corpse pleaded not guilty, the DA says. Raymond Tierney called the case "immensely troubling."
The robber grabbed a man who was patronizing the bar and stole cash near the woman who was bartending, police say.
