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Man Stole Watches Worth More Than $36,000

May 29, 2013 7:30 am Comments Off

On May 19, at approximately 5:15 p.m., a man entered Tourneau, located at 160 Walt Whitman Road, and stole two Rolex Yacht-Master men’s watches, valued at more than $36,000. The man asked to see the watches, tried them on and fled the store without paying. The man was described as black, in his early […]

Honoring Those Who Perished

May 26, 2013 9:27 am Comments Off

We wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the men and woman who have died while serving our country. Please know that you and your families are in our thoughts daily at this newspaper as we try to live up to a standard that is worthy of your sacrifice. Words can not express […]

Former Assemblyman James D. Conte Honored By Colleagues

May 26, 2013 6:33 am Comments Off

Earlier this week a group of bi-partisan legislators honored the late Assemblyman James D. “Jim” Conte. With unanimous consent, the Assembly passed a Resolution, sponsored by Minority Leader Brian Kolb, honoring the life and service of the former Huntington assemblyman.
“Jim was not only an outstanding and noteworthy legislator but a devoted family man,” said Assemblyman […]

Eight Arrested Under New Sex Offender Legislation

May 26, 2013 6:11 am Comments Off

initial arrests have been made under the Suffolk County Community Protection Act, sex offender legislation that provides for the toughest monitoring and enforcement program in the nation.

June at Cinema Arts Center

May 26, 2013 5:53 am Comments Off

Hot New Films Opening in June
Beginning in Mid-June:
Student Film-Viewing Competition
This summer, the Cinema Arts Centre is challenging students to have a new kind of movie-going experience. The participant who attends the most of the pre-selected films will win a private screening of their choice at the Cinema Arts Centre and 4 tickets to a show […]

County Executive Bellone Comments On Tax-Free NY initiative

May 25, 2013 11:15 am Comments Off

Bellone’s statement on Tax-Free NY Transforming University Communities into Magnets for New Businesses and Investment:
“I applaud Governor Cuomo’s Tax-Free NY initiative as it provides an innovative opportunity for start-up companies and businesses looking to expand facilities and operations to locate on SUNY campuses, receive tax incentives and create synergies with institutions of higher learning. Opportunities […]

Lupinacci To Host Mobile Office Hours

May 25, 2013 8:00 am Comments Off

Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci is reminding residents about his upcoming mobile office hours scheduled to take place on Friday, June 7, at the Harborfields Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the library lobby. During the office hours, staff will be on hand to provide assistance with issues regarding state government.
“I strongly encourage […]

Commack Takes First Place In National Science League Competitions

May 24, 2013 8:34 pm Comments Off

All three grades at Mandracchia Sawmill Intermediate School in Commack took first place in the National Science League competitions this year.

Annual Memorial Day Wreath Ceremony

May 24, 2013 6:41 pm Comments Off

The Town’s annual Memorial Day Wreath Ceremony will feature a special welcome for Huntington residents Army Sgt. Michael J. Schmitt Sr. and his son, Marine Cpl. Michael J. Schmitt Jr., both of whom just returned from serving tours in the Middle East. The ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. […]

Movie Review – Star Trek Into Darkness

May 24, 2013 3:34 pm Comments Off

“Star Trek Into Darkness” is a near-perfect sequel, and will likely end up as one of the most memorable movies of this summer.