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Man Seriously Injured in Motorcycle Crash

July 28, 2013 4:29 am Comments Off

On Saturday, July 27, 2013 at approximately 11:15 p.m., John Grant was operating a 1992 Harley Davidson motorcycle southbound on Pinelawn Road in Melville when he collided with a 1999 Volkswagen. The Volkswagen was driven by Dwight Bogle, who was travelling north on Pinelawn Road, and attempting to make a left turn into the Newsday parking lot […]

Martin Vows to Keep Treasurer As Elected Position

July 26, 2013 7:20 am Comments Off

James Martin, Republican candidate for Suffolk County Legislature’s 17th district, announced his support for keeping the County Treasurer’s position as an elected post.
“The problem with government is the lack of accountability. We don’t need more appointed bureaucrats. We need to keep our officials answerable to the people. I support keeping the Treasurer’s office,” said Martin.
Right […]

South Huntington Substitute Teacher Arrested for Possessing Child Pornography

July 26, 2013 5:40 am Comments Off

On Thursday, July 25, Suffolk County Police arrested a substitute teacher for possessing child pornography on his computer in West Babylon.
An investigation by detectives in the Computer Crimes Section led to evidence that Francesco Santodonato, a substitute physical education teacher in the South Huntington School District was in possession of child pornography. A computer and other […]

Man Arrested for Sexually Abusing Woman at 7-11 In East Northport

July 23, 2013 10:04 pm Comments Off

On July 23, Suffolk County Police arrested a man for fondling a female customer at a 7-11 store in East Northport.
The 48-year-old victim, entered the store, located at 223 Laurel Road at approximately 2 a.m. to buy a cup of coffee. When the woman exited the store, she was followed outside into the parking lot […]

A Night of Huntington Station History

July 23, 2013 10:28 am Comments Off

Source the Station and Dr. Al Sforza team up for a night of Huntington Station History on July 25th.
Dr. Al Sforza has written several books about the history of what used to be a vibrant, downtown Huntington Station. On Thursday, July 25th at 6:15pm at the Huntington Station Public Library on1335 New York Avenue, Dr. […]

Man Stole Property From Car In Commack

July 22, 2013 8:27 am Comments Off

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police officers are seeking the public’s help in identifying and locating the man who stole property from a vehicle parked at a residence in Commack.
A man entered a 2012 Honda Accord on Tecumseh Court at 3:15 a.m. on June 22 and stole a GPS. The stolen property has […]

Petrone Staffers Support Lifson to Primary Cook

July 20, 2013 10:43 am 3 Comments

Another Republican has joined the race for Huntington Town Supervisor. Bob Lifson is a longtime rival of the Huntington Republican Committee and has been known to have close ties to Frank Petrone and Mark Cuthbertson. Several months ago, both Cuthbertson and Petrone tried to nominate Lifson to be Town attorney. The attempt was unsuccessful and […]

Mister Softee Truck in Centerport Crash

July 20, 2013 5:15 am Comments Off

The drivers of a Mister Softee ice cream truck and a Hyundai sedan suffered injuries following a collision on Route 25A and Little Neck Road in Centerport, Friday night, July 19, at about 7:35 p.m. The Centerport Fire Department responded to the scene and the Centerport FD Rescue Squad transported both drivers to Huntington Hospital. About 25 Centerport volunteer […]

Councilman Mayoka Needs Your Help Replenishing Food Pantries During Summer

July 20, 2013 4:21 am 1 Comment

Dear Editor,
When Super-storm Sandy and Nor’easter Athena struck our shores last October and November, I was deeply concerned about the health and welfare of our residents. In response to these needs I have been sponsoring an ongoing food drive.
I have made deliveries to many of our food pantries since December and am deeply concerned about […]

Lupinacci To Host Shed The Meds Event With Suffolk Police

July 19, 2013 5:49 am Comments Off

Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci is reminding residents about his Shed the Meds event on Saturday, July 20 at the Huntington Fire Department, 1 Leverich Place, Huntington from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event will be held rain or shine. This is an opportunity to drop off expired or unwanted medication so it may be safely […]