Board Approves Funds for Cultural Organizations

The Huntington Town Board recently authorized Supervisor Ed Smyth to execute agreements for the division of cultural affairs: HUNTINGTON ARTS COUNCIL, INC. administration: $147,500 summer band concerts: up to $100,625 In addition, funding of $43,190 has been appropriated in the Town’s 2024 budget for the Read More …

Teen Had a Bright Idea for His Eagle Scout Project

His nickname was the “lighthouse kid” because of the many times he visited his favorite landmark in Huntington as a child. The name stuck and he eventually put it to good use. When Huntington resident Ronnie Carrillo wanted to give back to a place that Read More …

Huntington Lighthouse Musicfest Returns Sept. 4

The Huntington Lighthouse Musicfest brings together music fans, boaters and history aficionados drawn by their interest in preserving the lighthouse situated in Huntington Harbor. Organizers say the Sept. 4 event is unique, the only such festival conducted entirely at a working lighthouse on the water. Read More …

Lighthouse Musicfest to Return in September

After a one-year absence, the Huntington Lighthouse Musicfest is back on. The Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society announced on Facebook that the musical performance is scheduled for Sept. 5. The festival bills itself as the only music festival held on top of a lighthouse. The festival Read More …

UPDATE: Lighthouse MusicFest Canceled as Organizers, Town Debate Handling

UPDATE 1:55 p.m. Operators of the Huntington Lighthouse Musicfest have canceled the performances this year, saying that it has been unable to work with town officials this year. However, the town fired back, insisting that it supports the Musicfest while challenging the complaint and citing Read More …

Sour Notes at Lighthouse Musicfest Disruption

Several boaters disrupted the Huntington Lighthouse Musicfest  this weekend, organizers say, by tying up together and blasting loud music that at times drowned out the program’s scheduled entertainment. Pam Setchell, president of the Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society, and others said more than 20 boaters complained Read More …

Boaters Rescued from Lighthouse Rocks

Two boaters stranded on the rocks at Huntington Lighthouse in Huntington Harbor were rescued Sunday night. The Huntington harbormaster requested assistance from Suffolk County Marine Bureau for the boat that had become lodged in the rocks by the Huntington Lighthouse about 8 p.m. Marine Bureau Officers Read More …