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Letter to the Editor Eugene Cook – Heartland Project

February 3, 2017 12:06 pm Comments Off

February 3, 2017
Dear Editor,
On Wednesday February 1, 2017, the Suffolk County Planning Commission held their meeting to vote on
the Heartland Development. If you attend this meeting I am sure that you would have been surprised and disgusted at some of events that unfolded that day.
As a resident and elected official in Suffolk County, I understand that […]

Huntington Earns Clean Energy Community Designation

February 2, 2017 2:23 pm Comments Off

Town’s energy efforts make it eligible to apply for $250,000 in state funding

The Town of Huntington has earned a Clean Energy Community designation, making the Town eligible to apply for $250,000 in state funding that can be applied to future energy projects.
The designation is part of the statewide […]

RFP Bid on Work in Huntington Station

January 25, 2017 5:55 pm Comments Off

Request For Proposals (RFP)

BGRDNorthridge, LLC (BGRD) is anticipating construction on their brand new commercial/residential building in late winter/early Spring of 2017. BGRDNorthridge,LLC is seeking qualified contractors in 16 trades to receive plans and submit proposals and/or bids until January 27th 2017.

BGRD and its contractors have a good faith requirement under the Community Benefits Agreement to hire 25% locally.

For the full, […]

Town Clerk Jo-Ann Raia To Perform 2017 Valentine’s Day Marriage Ceremonies

January 23, 2017 4:26 pm Comments Off

This year marks the 29th year that Town Clerk Jo-Ann Raia has been serving as the Town’s Marriage Officer. Ms. Raia has the legal authority to perform civil marriage ceremonies within the Town of Huntington.

In addition, this is the 22nd year that Ms. Raia will be performing her Valentine’s Day Marriage Ceremony “Marathon” on Tuesday, […]

2017 Events and Services at the Huntington Opportunity Resource Center

January 16, 2017 4:33 pm Comments Off

Below you will find services, events and training courses for the month of January on-site at the Huntington Opportunity Resource Center.
In case you can not open the attached documents, they are as follows:

St. Joseph’s College Math Class – Thursday, January 12 to Thursday, February 9, 2017. Class meets only on Thursday evenings from 6 pm […]

LUPINACCI SPEAKS TO LOCAL STUDENTS ON THE DANGERS OF HEROIN AND OPIOID ABUSE

January 12, 2017 3:58 pm Comments Off

Assemblyman Chad A. Lupinacci was recently invited by the Huntington Union Free School District to guest teach students in grades 7 through 12 about the dangers of heroin and opioid abuse. Lupinacci visited Huntington High School and Finley Middle School for three school days, where he taught alongside health educators Mr. Agnello, Ms. Kidd and […]

Suffolk County Resolve to be Tobacco Free

January 12, 2017 3:48 pm Comments Off

Suffolk County Health Commissioner Dr. James Tomarken encourages residents who use tobacco to obtain help in breaking their addiction by signing up for Suffolk County’s “Learn to Be …Tobacco Free” program. The program offers assistance with planning, support, counseling and medication if warranted.
“We know more than ever about what works and what doesn’t,” said Dr. […]

ANDREW RAIA APPOINTED TO CONFERENCE LEADERSHIP ROLE

January 12, 2017 3:11 pm Comments Off

Assemblyman Andrew Raia (R,I,C-East Northport) has been assigned a new leadership role within the Assembly Minority for the 2017-2018 Legislative Session. Previously, Raia held the title of Deputy Minority Whip; however, this year he has been appointed Minority Whip.

“It is an honor to be trusted for this leadership role within the Conference,” said Raia. “I […]

Vanderbilt Plans School-Break Workshops for Pre-K, Grades K-4

January 12, 2017 3:00 pm Comments Off

When schools close for February and April 2017 breaks, the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s Education Department offers fun, creative workshops for pre-kindergarten children and those in grades K-4.

(Photo Above: Vanderbilt educator works with children on creative projects.)
Advance registration is required for all workshops. Please call (631) 854-5539 for more information and to register.
All workshops are […]

ANDREW RAIA APPOINTED TO CONFERENCE LEADERSHIP ROLE

January 11, 2017 3:25 pm Comments Off

Assemblyman Andrew Raia (R,I,C-East Northport) has been assigned a new leadership role within the Assembly Minority for the 2017-2018 Legislative Session. Previously, Raia held the title of Deputy Minority Whip; however, this year he has been appointed Minority Whip.

“It is an honor to be trusted for this leadership role within the Conference,” said Raia. “I […]