Happening in Huntington: Festivals, School Board Forums
There’s a wide range of events, entertainment and meetings this week in Huntington. Read More …
Tag: Councilman Sal Ferro
Huntington Renames Street for Bishop Porter
Huntington renamed Spring Road Saturday in honor of the late Bishop Norris Porter, a man recalled for his dedication to serving his community. He served the Huntington community for more than 50 years before his death last year. He co-founded Christian Charities Deliverance Church in Read More …
Festival, Cleanups to Celebrate Earth Day
Saturday is Earth Day, and groups around Huntington will be spending time celebrating the environment and cleaning up their neighborhoods. First up, the Centerport Harbor Association has organized a spring cleaning starting at 9:30 a.m. for the harbor and Mill Pond. Volunteers will meet at Read More …
Town Board Approves African American Museum
The Huntington Town Board gave the go-ahead Tuesday to an African American Museum in Halesite. Councilwoman Joan Cergol was primary sponsor of the resolution, with Councilmen Sal Ferro and Dr. Dave Bennardo signing on as co-sponsors. Irene Moore, who chairs the African American Historic Designation Read More …
Board Gives Go-Ahead to Sports Programs
The Huntington Town Board recently approved the following sports, recreational events and contracts: An agreement with the Suffolk County Police Athletic League, Inc. to provide a soccer program at the Town of Huntington Manor Field Park from April 10-June 28. Sponsored by Town Supervisor Ed Read More …
Online Building Permit System Officially Launches in Huntington
The Town of Huntington will officially launch a new system for applying for building permits on Tuesday. The new system brings the whole process online using new software, OpenGov, that is designed to streamline the application process. Those seeking permits can file, review and gain Read More …
Officials Cite Infrastructure Concerns in Hochul Housing Push
Huntington officials cited infrastructure problems in expressing concerns about Gov. Kathy Hochul’s plan to increase housing that could allow the state to override local decisions on projects. “The governor’s plan for statewide zoning control is ill advised,” said Huntington Supervisor Ed Smyth. “The issue of Read More …
Three Kings Day Celebration Scheduled in Huntington Station
Huntington Assembly of God will host a Three Kings Day celebration on Thursday, sponsored by Housing Help Inc. The event will last from 4 to 6 p.m. Three Kings Day, or the Epiphany, is celebrated as by Christians as the day the three wise men Read More …
Hearing on Basement Apartments Postponed
A public hearing on allowing basement apartments in Huntington has been temporarily adjourned from the Town Board agenda in January. Council members Dr. Dave Bennardo, Sal Ferro and Joan Cergol support a hearing on a measure that would legalize basement apartments in owner-occupied homes, and Read More …
Councilmen Touring Huntington Small Businesses
Huntington Councilmen Sal Ferro and Dr. Dave Bennardo have launched a tour of Huntington township small businesses, planning to visit 100 of them. Both say the idea is to highlight the businesses that serve as the economic engine in town. Bennardo said they will visit Read More …