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Boat Wake Video Underscores Boating Safety for July 4, 2017

June 22, 2017 12:55 pm Comments Off

Town will again implement speed restrictions before and after fireworks shows
The Town of Huntington has released a new video highlighting the danger of boat wakes, underscoring the need to practice safe boating during the weekend leading up to the July 4 holiday.

The four-minute video, narrated by Councilwoman Tracey A. Edwards, was produced in cooperation […]

Elementary Students Learn to “Be Pool Smart”

June 21, 2017 5:10 pm Comments Off

Max Orza, a first grade student at Washington Drive Primary School in the Harborfields District, was recently recognized by Legislator William R. Spencer, M.D. as the winner of the annual “Be Pool Smart” poster contest in the 18th Legislative District.

“Max is helping us do something really meaningful by raising awareness about water safety and the […]

RAIA: ASSEMBLY PASSES VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER BILL

June 21, 2017 4:41 pm Comments Off

Today, the New York State Assembly unanimously passed Assembly Bill 711-B, which will expand medical coverage for volunteers to cover diagnoses of cancer in relation to the duties they perform as firefighters. Passage of the NYS Volunteer Firefighters Enhanced Cancer Disability Benefits Act will grant volunteer firefighters a disability benefit package to help assist in […]

RAIA CO-SPONSORED BOATER SAFETY LEGISLATION PASSES

June 21, 2017 3:52 pm Comments Off

Tuesday evening, the New York State Assembly passed Assembly Bill 2336, which will reduce boaters liability insurance for individuals who complete boating safety courses. Assemblyman Andrew Raia (R,I,C,Ref-East Northport), an author and co-sponsor of this legislation, said that incentivizing boaters to participate in regular or advanced safety courses will create a safer and more enjoyable […]

Haborfields Seniors Honored During Awards Night

June 18, 2017 4:21 pm Comments Off

Harborfields High School seniors were recently recognized for their outstanding achievements, citizenship and service at the school’s annual senior awards ceremony. In addition, more than 20 memorial and organizational scholarships were presented to deserving seniors.
Casandra Moisanu and Ishaan Lohia were announced as the Class of 2017 valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively. Principal Timothy Russo commended the […]

Huntington Town Board Takes Next Step Toward New Animal Shelter

June 16, 2017 4:32 pm Comments Off

The Huntington Town board, at its June 13, 2017 meeting, took the next step toward replacing the aging Town Animal Shelter.
The Board authorized hiring L. K. McLean Associates of Brookhaven to provide the architectural and engineering services to design the new shelter, which will be located on Creek Road in Huntington Village, adjacent […]

Police Search for Missing Kayaker in Long Island Sound

June 12, 2017 11:57 am Comments Off

Suffolk County Police are searching for a kayaker who was reported missing in Northport yesterday June 11, 2017.
Selvin Vasquez-Enamorado launched his kayak from a beach near Crab Meadow Beach to go fishing sometime between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. When Vasquez, 24, of Huntington Station, did not return home, a friend called 911 at approximately […]

Getting to Know Dr Andrew Lanzone and Cure Urgent Care On 25a/Main Street.

June 10, 2017 1:45 am Comments Off

Cure Urgent Care Huntington, NY is a walk-in urgent care clinic which fills the gap between spending hours at the emergency room and waiting for days to see your doctor. You can walk in to a conveniently located Cure center, with no appointment necessary, and find board-certified physicians who are ready to provide you with […]

Tanner Park Beach, Benjamin Beach and Centerport Yacht Club Beach Closures Lifted

June 9, 2017 4:51 pm Comments Off

James L. Tomarken, MD, MSW, MPH, MBA, Commissioner of the Suffolk County Department of Health Services, says today that that the beach closures issued for the following beaches have been lifted, as results of recent samples collected show the water quality to be within acceptable levels:

Tanner Park Beach in Copiague
Benjamin Beach in Bayshore
Centerport Yacht Club […]

Centerport Yacht Club Beach Closed to Bathing

June 8, 2017 12:16 pm Comments Off

James L. Tomarken, MD, MPH, MBA, MSW, Commissioner of the Suffolk County Department of Health Services, said that due to a relatively small amount of sewage discharged to surface waters caused by a malfunctioning pump-out station in Northport Harbor, an advisory against bathing has been issued to Centerport Yacht Club Beach.

The advisory is based on […]