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Beaches Close Again In Bay Shore And Huntington Bay

August 9, 2017 4:58 pm Comments Off

The following beaches are closed to bathing due to the finding of bacteria at levels in excess of acceptable criteria:

Benjamin Beach in Bay Shore
Huntington Beach Community Association in Huntington Bay
Fleets Cove Beach in Huntington Bay
Knollwood Beach in Huntington Bay

According to Suffolk County Commissioner of Health Dr. James Tomarken, bathing in bacteria-contaminated water can result in […]

In Northport Ready, Set, Design

August 7, 2017 7:10 pm Comments Off

As part of the Northport-East Northport School District’s Community Services Summer Recreation Program, students in grades 5-7 put their creativity to the test in the Video Game Design course held at East Northport Middle School this summer.
Led by Northport Middle School technology teacher Christopher Smith, the introductory course allowed students to design, develop and program […]

Northport Fire Department Battles Blaze at Harbour Point Condos

July 31, 2017 8:07 pm Comments Off

The Northport Fire Department responded to a blaze in the Pool House at the Harbour Point at Northport condominium development on Saturday afternoon, July 29, 2017 at about 12:40 p.m. The structure was fully involved in fire upon the arrival of Northport firefighters, who quickly attacked the blaze and stopped it from spreading to the […]

Huntington, Suffolk To Implement Comprehensive Anti-Gang Strategy

July 30, 2017 4:22 pm Comments Off

Huntington Town and top Suffolk County officials will implement a comprehensive strategy focused on attacking gangs and reducing violent crime in the Town.
The commitment to devising a multi-pronged, multi-agency approach followed a meeting at Huntington Town Hall called by Councilwoman Tracey A. Edwards that included Supervisor Frank P. Petrone, County Executive Steve Bellone, Police Commissioner Tim […]

Huntington Town Fire Chiefs Present Scholarships

July 25, 2017 1:48 pm Comments Off

The Town of Huntington Fire Chiefs Council recently presented their annual Scholarship Awards to students affiliated with the town fire and rescue services. Chiefs Council President John McDonough presented the scholarships to Alyssa Feld of Dix Hills, Alexandria Strievski of East Northport, Alexandria Boronow of Eaton’s Neck, Ryan Tschirhart of Eaton’s Neck, Douglas Knoph of Centerport, Molly Cross […]

COUNCILMAN COOK THANKS YOU FOR YOUR INPUT ON TERM LIMITS

July 21, 2017 6:09 pm Comments Off

Councilman Eugene Cook would like to thank the constituents who took the time to respond to his survey regarding term limits. Interestingly, the following results stood out:

98.07% of the people who responded are in favor of term limits.
86.54% supported that term limits included all elected officials
63.46% supported 2 terms of 4 years compared to 17.31% […]

12 Year Old Dies In Centerport During Boating Lesson

July 18, 2017 8:05 pm 1 Comment

The Centerport Fire Department responded to a rescue call at the Centerport Yacht Club on Beach Plum Drive on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at 3:05 p.m. According to Police Officials the 12 year old was taking boating lessons at the Centerport Yacht Club in Northport Harbor when the accident occurred.
Police Officials stated: “Three students, […]

Ozone Health Advisory for Wednesday, July 19, 2017 By Suffolk County Health Department

July 18, 2017 5:13 pm Comments Off

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an ozone health advisory for the Long Island region for July 19, 2017. Suffolk County Health Commissioner Dr. James Tomarken advises that young children, the elderly, those who exercise or are involved in strenuous outdoor work, and those with pre-existing respiratory or heart problems, limit […]

Northport School District Reorganization Meeting

July 17, 2017 4:17 pm Comments Off

During the Northport-East Northport School District’s annual reorganization meeting on July 6, 2017 the board prepared for the 2017-18 school year by swearing in trustee Donna McNaughton for another term. She will serve for three years.
In addition, Board President Andrew Rapiejko and Vice President David Stein were reelected to hold their positions and were sworn […]

Huntington Young Republicans Support Local Veterans!

July 11, 2017 2:07 pm Comments Off

The Huntington Young Republicans hosted their Second Annual Veterans Food Drive on Saturday, July 8, 2017 throughout the Township of Huntington to benefit the Northport VA Medical Center.
Over a dozen members of the group spent the day at four supermarkets in Huntington soliciting donations from patrons. The Best Market of East Northport, the Best Market of Huntington Station, the […]