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CHAD LUPINACCI APPLAUDS PASSING OF ORGAN DONATION LEGISLATION

June 20, 2016 5:10 pm Comments Off

Assemblyman Chad A. Lupinacci applauded his colleagues for passing legislation to expand the organ donation registry. Last week, the Assembly passed A.4990-B, which will allow persons 16 years of age or older to enroll in New York’s Donate Life Registry. While the final say is still up to the parent or guardian of the underage […]

Huntington Town Board Hearing Set on Revisions to Animals Section of Town Code

June 20, 2016 5:07 pm Comments Off

Revised regulations deal with disposal of pet waste and limitations on length of time animals may be restrained outdoors
The Huntington Town Board, at its June meeting, set a July 12 public hearing on proposed revisions to the section of Town Code dealing with animals, including setting requirements on the proper disposal of pet waste, limiting […]

The Heckscher Museum of Art June through August 2016 Exhibitions and Programs

June 20, 2016 5:02 pm Comments Off

EXHIBITIONS AT THE HECKSCHER MUSEUM OF ART
Master of Illusion: The Magical Art of Gary Erbe
Through – August 28
Master of Illusion: The Magical Art of Gary Erbe traces the artist’s career from his early trompe l’oeil works to his more recent paintings that combine trompe l’oeil realism with modernist tendencies. Inspired by popular culture, Erbe’s […]

East Northport Fire Department Hosts Opioid Awareness Seminar

June 20, 2016 4:54 pm Comments Off

The East Northport Fire Department in conjunction with the Suffolk County Police Department will be hosting an Opioid Awareness Seminar at their firehouse at 1 Ninth Avenue and Larkfield Road, on Thursday, June 23, at 7 p.m. The seminar will feature speakers from various agencies giving vital information to families on the epidemic drug abuse […]

Supervisor Petrone Meets with Brownie Scouts about Town Hall Mural

June 19, 2016 12:28 pm Comments Off

Huntington Supervisor Frank P. Petrone met recently with the members of Brownie Girl Scout Troop 286, speaking with them about and thanking them for the mural that has been on display in the lobby of Town Hall.

The scouts, who attend Washington Drive Primary School in Centerport, earned their Girl Scout painting badge by painting several […]

Suffolk Announces New Development in County’s Required Turf Management Course

June 19, 2016 12:22 pm Comments Off

Online component of the course being developed by Cornell Cooperative to provide flexibility and easy access for course completion

County Executive Bellone announced that of as part of the County’s required Turf Management Classes, the County has contracted with Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) to develop an online-based class that landscapers may take in their own home […]

Harborfields Alumni and Community Educational Foundation Contributes $11.5K for Harborfields Grants

June 19, 2016 12:18 pm Comments Off

During its regular business meeting on June 15, the Harborfields Central School District Board of Education accepted a check in the amount of $11,525.19 from the Harborfields Alumni and Community Educational Foundation to help fund three grants that will provide enhanced learning opportunities for students in the district.

Photo Caption: Harborfields Alumni and Community Educational Foundation […]

New Principal Named for Commack High School

June 19, 2016 12:13 pm Comments Off

The Board of Education of the Commack School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Leslie Boritz as the new Commack High School Principal, effective July 1, 2016. This decision caps an intensive search process for a dynamic leader who will continue to support our District’s vision of student achievement through access and opportunity.

Mrs. […]

SUFFOLK COUNTY PARKS ANNOUNCES PLOVER SEASON

June 17, 2016 1:05 pm Comments Off

Parks Department Works to Maintain Beach Access While Adhering to Federal Guidelines to Protect the Piping Plovers

“Plover season has arrived”, announced the Suffolk County Parks Department, and with that inevitably comes the unfortunate obligation to close access to some outer beach areas within the Parks as required by the federal government.
The piping plovers are small, […]

SUFFOLK COUNTY “STAY SUFFOLK” CAMPAIGN ENCOURAGES RESIDENTS TO EXPLORE LOCAL PARKS

June 17, 2016 12:28 pm Comments Off

Suffolk County Parks offers Something for Everyone: Things To Do This Week

“Stay Suffolk” – Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone’s new campaign aimed at encouraging Suffolk County residents to explore parks and enjoy activities close to home will not only help to keep tax dollars here in Suffolk County, but will get residents to learn what […]