Dolores ‘Dee’ Thompson, Civic Leader, Dies

Dolores “Dee” Thompson, an enduring and influential figure whose impact can found throughout Huntington, died Wednesday morning. She was 94 years old. Over the decades of her involvement in civil rights and other causes, the diminutive and irrepressible Thompson could be found at events all Read More …

Huntington ‘Goes Purple’ for National Recovery Month

Huntington officials and several experts in the scourge of opiod addiction spoke out Wednesday in support of “Huntington Goes Purple,” an initiative designed to raise awareness of the drug crisis. Purple flags will fly on the front lawn of Town Hall and on lamp posts Read More …

Disabled Vet Celebrates Move Into Columbia Terrace Home

A disabled Navy veteran cut the ribbon on her new home Monday, moving into Columbia Terrace, a community designed for veterans. “I am overwhelmed.  This is my dream come true,” JoJo Maria Timpanero said.  “My new home is beautiful. I can only say thank you 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 …

Letter: Cergol Responds to Accessory Apartment Claims

Huntington Councilwoman Joan Cergol answers questions arising from a campaign of claims on social media and elsewhere about the town’s proposal on accessory dwelling units. Read More …

Students Win Hunting-Tony Awards

Huntington public high school students claimed Hunting-Tony Awards this week for their performances in fall plays and spring musicals. The Hunting-Tony Awards ceremony was hosted by Councilmembers Joan Cergol and Dr. Dave Bennardo at Huntington High School. Each year, volunteer judges choose nominees and winners in 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 …

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 …