Fatal Hit-and-Run Highlighted for National Crime Victims Rights Week

Suffolk County police are highlighting a fatal hit-and-run crash in Huntington Staton as part of National Crime Victims Rights Week. The focus is on the Huntington Station and other unsolved cases in hopes of bringing in new tips that will help bring resolution to the Read More …

Newton Carnival Going Strong in 75th Year

As Newton Shows of East Northport gears up for its 75th anniversary this season, its motto of good people providing entertainment for good causes remains. After learning he would be a father for the fourth time, Lewis J. Newton founded thecompany in 1949. He invested Read More …

Bees, Composting, Music and More for Earth Day

 Huntington residents celebrated Earth Day Sunday, learning about bees, shredding paper, composting, and participating in a variety of other activities for adults and children alike. Earth Day, established in 1970, has become a global event, with festivals, tree plantings, awareness of animals, health and Read More …

County News: Caregiver Center Visit; Helping Incarcerated

A commercial real estate group is collecting clothing to assist participants in the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office re-entry program. The women’s section of the Commercial Industrial Brokers Society of Long Island, is seeking contributions for men and women, including casual clothes, shoes, bags, dress wear Read More …

Joan Cergol Goes ‘Ungoverned’ With Podcast

“Recovering politician” Joan Cergol has traded in her town board seat for a mic and is telling all in her new podcast “Ungoverned.” The podcast, which released its first episode in February, focuses on short-length storytelling influenced by the former Huntington councilwoman’s  experiences in her Read More …

Man Gets 23 Years in Sex Abuse of Young Relative

An East Northport man was sentenced to 23 years in prison after he was convicted last month of sexually abusing his great-niece, Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney said Friday. The abuse began in June 2015, at a celebration of the child’s graduation from kindergarten Read More …

On Huntington’s Mock Trial Team, Students Thrive

Resiliency. Confidence. Public speaking. These are just some of the benefits, along with oral advocacy and critical thinking skills, that were gained by Huntington High School students who participated in this year’s New York Statewide High School Mock Trial Competition. While the 2024 Suffolk County Read More …

Grist Mill Photo Contest Opens

The Lefferts Tide Mill & Preserve is sponsoring a photograph contest with the winning image added to the labels of a custom beer brew. Six Harbors Brewing Company will create the brew this August, and the winner will be celebrated at a ceremony at the Read More …

Pastor Honored for Commitment to Diversity

Pastor Dan Rivera of the Huntington Assembly of God has been named recipient of the  “Champion of Diversity” award for the 16th Suffolk County legislative district. Legislator Rebecca Sanin noted his commitment to fostering inclusivity, celebrating cultural diversity, and advocating for marginalized communities. In recognition of Read More …

Employee Accused of Selling Cannabis, Ilegal Vape Products

A Huntington Station smoke shop employee was arrested Thursday after he sold cannabis and illegal vape products without a license, Suffolk County police said. Second Precinct crime section officers went to Rollie’s Smoke Shop IV, 278 East Jericho Tpke., after community complaints and searched the Read More …

2 St. Anthony’s Students Win Regional Toshiba Competition

Two young St. Anthony’s students with plans for science careers have been named regional winners in the Toshiba ExploraVision competition. Their project, “Myelin Menders” involves developing nanotechnology to combat the symptoms of such movement disorders as cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis. Vincent Chen, 14, and Read More …