Huntington, NY|News|
Walt Whitman HS Class Of 2024 Celebrates Commencement: Photos
The class were freshmen when the coronavirus began. "You faced the unprecedented upheaval of a global pandemic," the principal said.
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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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Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown Board Of Education Elects New President
New board members were also sworn in at the ceremony.
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Huntington, NY|News|
Nail Salon DWI Crash; Robber Holds Woman Down: LI Crime Roundup
ALSO: Man arrested after child sets two homes ablaze with fireworks; business owners sentenced for tax evasion, authorities say.
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Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown Man Possessed Weapons, Fireworks; Gets Arrested: Police
Police say they confiscated two assault rifles, two handguns, several high capacity feeding device, bullets, fireworks and firework cakes.
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Malverne-Lynbrook, NY|News|
Fireworks Illegally Shot In Franklin Square, 2 Men Arrested: Police
Fourteen cases of fireworks were seized, police say. The department said it has a "zero-tolerance policy" for illegal fireworks possession.
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Northport, NY|News|
Man Dies After Being Found Unresponsive In East Northport Pool
An officer pulled the man, 79, out of the water and tried performing CPR, police say.
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Port Jefferson, NY|News|
Vehicle Stolen From Port Jefferson Station; Man Wanted: Police
The vehicle was located at the Wyandanch train station a few hours later, police say.
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Huntington, NY|News|
2 Rescued From Overturned Sailboat In Cold Spring Harbor: Police
The two occupants were safely brought back to shore.
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Smithtown, NY|News|
Jenna Scudero Has 'Kind Personality': Smithtown Teacher Shout Out
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.
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Smithtown, NY|News|
'Endearing' Mashed Potatoes: Smithtown Adoptable Pet Of The Week
Mashed Potatoes, a 13-year-old domestic, medium-haired female, was left behind when her family moved. She is "charming and delightful."
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Five Towns, NY|News|
Valley Stream Girl, 14, Reported Missing, Is Found OK: Police
The girl, who had last been seen July 1, was found OK, police announced Tuesday.
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Smithtown, NY|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Smithtown July 4th 2024 Events
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Smithtown.
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Commack, NY|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Commack July 4th 2024 Events
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Commack.
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Huntington, NY|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Huntington July 4th 2024 Events
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Huntington.
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Northport, NY|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Northport July 4th 2024 Events
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Northport.
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Farmingdale|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Farmingdale July 4th 2024 Events
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Farmingdale.
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Hauppauge, NY|News|
Toddler Fatally Drowns In Islandia Pool
The 2-year-old was pulled from a residential pool unresponsive, police say. Family members tried performing CPR.
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Hauppauge, NY|News|
Legacy Trees Honor Hauppauge High Schoolers Impacted By Coronavirus
Trees were planted and dedicated to each class that had their high school careers impacted by the coronavirus.
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Smithtown, NY|News|
July 4th Pet Safety Tips For Long Islanders: Info
July 4th holiday parties can be "very dangerous" for pets if people don't follow safety tips, according to the Suffolk SPCA.
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Farmingdale|News|
Halal Urban Bites Opens In Farmingdale
The restaurant serves rice platters, bowls, gyros, sliders, wings, and more.
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