Huntington, NY|News|
New Principal Named At Huntington High School
Rochelle C. Brown's strengths are "data analysis, professional development and collaborating with colleagues and faculty."
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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Bay Shore, NY|News|
Police ID Boy Killed In LI Crash, Mother Who Drove While Impaired: PD
Authorities tried to save the boy's life with CPR after a four-car collision police say was caused by his mother driving the wrong way.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
Farmingdale Business Owner Forcibly Touched Girl, 15: Police
The man, who owns Halal Urban BItes, inappropriately grabbed a girl he had hired and then tried to pull away from officers, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Disaster Prep; Narcan Training: Huntington Library September Events
Other events include creating a food preparedness pantry; retirement investments; a jigsaw puzzle competition; fitness seminars and books.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|News|
Lane Reopens After Sagtikos State Parkway Crash In Suffolk
The crash happened Wednesday afternoon, causing a right lane closure.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
St. James Family's Home Damaged By Flooding: 'Everything, Gone'
"If anyone knows my family, none of them ask for help, but are the first ones to help others." Here's how to donate to the GoFundMe to help.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
East Meadow, NY|News|
3 Men Rob Uniondale Gas Station: Police
Three men worked together to steal items from the gas station, and one man pushed past the employee on the way out, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Man Committed 3 Lewd Acts In Suffolk: Police
The man committed lewd acts at a fast food place, a fitness center and a clothing shop, police say. One girl who saw him was 11, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
'Sweet And Innocent' Birdie: Smithtown Adoptable Pet Of The Week
Birdie, 4 years, was abandoned at a local park. "She was found frightened, confused, and hesitant to leave the spot where she was dumped."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Farmingdale|News|
New Study On Bethpage Cancer Rates To Be Done By NY State
The study comes after chemical drums were found and will expand on the state's 2013 health evaluation, set to take approximately six months.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|News|
Man Admits To Fatally Shooting Woman In Her Middle Island Home: DA
The man, a prior violent felony offender, shot the woman after an argument, the DA says. He called 911 and fled the apartment, the DA says.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
KyuRamen Opens In Huntington: 'Very Bright And Fun Place To Eat'
The restaurant aims to offer good food and "unique decor," the owners say. "It’s going to be a visual experience and an eating experience."
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
'Incredible' Ken And Bobby: Northport Adoptable Pets Of The Week
The 5-month-old bonded brothers are the "most loving, snuggly, fearless, silly, and social fur babies ever." Want to meet them?
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Half Hollow Hills, NY|News|
Meet Paper Parcels Of LI, Teaching Young Students To Give Back
The charity visits elementary schools, helping students craft origami and personalized notes for senior citizens.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Man Robs Person Of Phone, Cash At Huntington Station Deli: Police
The man displayed what appeared to be a knife and stole the person's property, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Advisory Against Swimming Issued At 60 Suffolk County Beaches
The advisory comes after Long Island was drenched in rain. Officials warn that higher levels of bacteria may be present in water.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Ozzy, Opie And Ollie: Huntington Adoptable Pets Of The Week
The three kittens are energetic, affectionate and have "big personalities." They were found under someone's backyard deck with a feral mom.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Northport Police Blotter: Camper Asked To Leave Park; Flood Rescues
ALSO: A man drove with a suspended registration after his license had previously been suspended 34 times, police say.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
2 Residents Saved After Nissequogue River Dam Breaks Because Of Flood
The residents were trapped on the second floor of their home. Smithtown firefighters used a boat to bring them to safety.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
'Severe Flooding' In Town Of Smithtown: Damage, Rescues, Fires
A house was struck by lightning; two people stranded in a home were rescued via boat; and the town is working to clear its roads.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
