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Suffolk Welcomes Terry Bisogno as Suffolk Marathon Announcer

September 24, 2016 2:30 pm Comments Off

Well-Known Racing Figure to Return to Suffolk Event
On September 20, 2016—Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone welcomed race announcer Terry Bisogno to the Catholic Health Services second annual Suffolk County Marathon, Half Marathon and 5k to Support Our Veterans on Oct.30, 2016.
“Terry is an amazing announcer,” the County Executive said. “He knows everyone who is running, […]

Veterans Services Day Begins at HORC (Huntington Opportunity Resource Center)

September 18, 2016 5:26 pm Comments Off

Monthly event will provide “one-stop shopping” to help veterans learn about and take advantages of services tailored to their needs

Huntington Station – The Town of Huntington, in partnership with Suffolk County, held the first of a scheduled monthly Veterans Services Day at the Huntington Opportunity Resource Center September 9, 2016, offering veterans in the Town […]

Pulled From a BURNING House! This Puppy Needs You Now.

September 18, 2016 5:12 pm Comments Off

“If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, nothing shall be impossible for you”

She was pulled from a burning house at just weeks old, this is how her life began. “Mustard Seed” as we lovingly named her, was born to a hoarding situation. The very house fire that threatened her life just might […]

Huntington High Alumni Opening a New Yoga, Fitness & Nutrition Studio in Huntington

September 18, 2016 5:03 pm Comments Off

A couple from Huntington —Adam and Jill Levy, who both attended Huntington High School and were married in 2014 — are opening a new Yoga, Fitness and Nutrition studio, Sound Body & Mind, on September 25, 2016 in Huntington on 125 West Shore Road. The studio will offer a variety of yoga classes, Pilates, circuit training […]

No Fuss and Feathers Perform in Centerport, October 1, 2016

September 18, 2016 4:31 pm Comments Off

The Folk Music Society of Huntington’s First Saturday Concerts series resumes on October 1, 2016 with a featured performance by No Fuss and Feathers at the Congregational Church of Huntington (30 Washington Drive, off Route 25A, Centerport). The 8:30 p.m. concert is preceded by an open mic at 7:30 p.m. Tickets, priced at $25 ($20 […]

103-year-old Assisted Living Resident Throws Out Ceremonial Pitch at LI Ducks Game

September 9, 2016 12:45 pm Comments Off

Residents at Gurwin Jewish ~ Fay J. Lindner Residences enjoyed a night out at the old ballgame at LI Ducks Stadium for Jewish Heritage Night, a fun family event cosponsored by Gurwin Jewish. Headlining the event was Gurwin assisted living resident Helen Stemple, who threw out the ceremonial pitch. A perfect example of grace under […]

Additional 15 Mosquito Samples Test Positive for West Nile Virus

September 4, 2016 4:06 pm Comments Off

Asian Tiger Mosquitoes are presently active
Zika virus has NOT been found in mosquitoes in Suffolk County
Suffolk County Health Commissioner Dr. James L. Tomarken announced today that 15 mosquito samples (all Culex pipiens-restuans) collected between August 22 and August 28, 2016, have tested positive for West Nile virus. The samples were collected from Islip (1), […]

Huntington Beach Community Association Beach Closed to Bathing

September 2, 2016 4:43 pm Comments Off

Five Additional Beaches Remain Closed

Huntington Beach Community Association Beach in Huntington is closed to bathing due to the finding of bacteria at levels that are in excess of acceptable criteria.

Five additional beaches remain closed due to unacceptable levels of bacteria:
¨      Tanner Park Beach in Copiague
¨      Copiague Harbor Property Owners’ Association Beach
¨      Lake Ronkonkoma Beach in […]

Former New York Yankees Strength and Conditioning Director Offers public to“Train Like A Pro” at his Facility: ML STRENGTH

August 31, 2016 3:42 pm Comments Off

The first of its kind created by a Professional Strength and Conditioning Coach in MLB, ML Strength is changing the landscape of personal fitness with its “Train Like A Pro” techniques and offerings! Everything from one on one training to rehabilitation to massage therapy and group Training Camps….ML Strength is making people fit again – […]

Huntington Community First Aid Squad Recognizes Record Setting Accomplishment

August 31, 2016 2:43 pm Comments Off

At a recent General Membership Meeting of the Huntington Community First Aid Squad (HCFAS), the Board of Directors and members recognized Company Two, Day Captain Elizabeth Mohr and her Monday crews for a record setting accomplishment. For the period beginning July 27, 2015 to July 25, 2016, 921 calls for Emergency Medical assistance were received […]