Greenlawn Celebrates Summer Nights on Broadway

Pets, food, musicians, firefighters and residents were on hand Wednesday for the first of two Greenlawn Summer Nights block party. Sponsored by the Greenlawn Civic Association and Huntington Town Council members Dr. David Bennardo and Sal Ferro, the party on Broadway encourages residents to patronize Read More …

GOP Opposes Apartment Proposal; Housing Coalition Pushes Campaign

The Huntington Republican Party said Tuesday it opposed a proposal that would expand the legalization of accessory apartments. The proposal, which was outlined in a packed public hearing held June 13 at Town Hall, and was opposed by a large majority of residents who attended, Read More …

2nd Update: Residents Crowd Town Hall Hearing on ADUs

Both Huntington Supervisor Ed Smyth and a housing advocate issued statements Wednesday following a public hearing on a proposed expansion of  the use of Accessory Dwelling Units. But, just as speakers did at the hearing, the two disagreed. Smyth’s statement late Wednesday afternoon read, “For Read More …

Northport Hoists Pride Flag in Celebration

Northport raised a Pride flag Thursday, kicking off a month of celebrations and support for the lgbtqia community. Speaking at the flag raising at village hall, Mayor Donna Koch, Huntington Supervisor Ed Smyth,  former mayor Henry Tobin, Huntington Town Councilwoman Joan Cergol and Joe Schramm, Read More …

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 …