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County Executive Encourages Safety for Fourth of July Holiday

July 2, 2014 7:35 am Comments Off

County Press Release

Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone and Suffolk County Police Chief Jim Burke wished residents a happy and safe Fourth of July and summer. Both cautioned residents about the illegal use of fireworks and being responsible on the roads and waterways.
“With the upcoming Fourth of July holiday and the start of the summer season […]

Important Blood Drive For Local Community Member

July 1, 2014 6:47 pm Comments Off

There will be a very important and worthwhile blood/donor drive taking place on July 20th.

Gateway Park Gardening Program For Kids

June 4, 2014 9:58 am Comments Off

A $4,000 grant from the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Huntington (UUFH) will enable Huntington Station children this summer to learn about nature and healthy food through gardening at the Gateway Park Community Garden.

Spreading Sunshine For A Cause

May 30, 2014 6:35 am Comments Off

Each year, the School Based Management Team at Mandracchia-Sawmill Intermediate School in Commack chooses to raise funds for a cause or group that needs assistance.

May Is Water Safety Month, Tips to Avoid Tragedies

May 20, 2014 6:21 am Comments Off

Suffolk County Press Release
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone has declared May Water Safety Month and joined with Suffolk County’s Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services (FRES), the Department of Health and the Long Island Drowning Prevention Task Force to offer residents water safety tips and urge residents to use caution while enjoying pools, beaches and waterparks.
National […]

Film: Take Back Your Power: Investigating the “Smart” Grid

May 18, 2014 6:35 am Comments Off

Filmmaker and transparency advocate Josh del Sol will appear for q & a and reception following the screening.

Water Quality Film Contest

May 14, 2014 1:45 pm Comments Off

Municipalities must be creative on ways to raise awareness of the environmental challenges we face. We are confident this film contest will unleash the creativity of our residents on issues related to water quality and nitrogen pollution.”

Your Child’s Social Language

May 12, 2014 1:17 pm Comments Off

Deborah Hoch, MA, CCC-SLP is a speech-language pathologist with a practice in South Huntington.

Huntington Community First Aid Squad Open House

May 9, 2014 12:49 pm Comments Off

In recognition of National Emergency Medical Services Week (May 18th – 24th) the Huntington Community First Aid Squad will be hosting an Open House at its headquarters, 2 Railroad Street, Huntington Station, Sunday May 24th from 1 PM to 4 PM.
There will be fun, food, give-a-ways, building and ambulance tours and EMS demonstrations. Visitors will […]

Residents Encouraged To Apply For Heap Assistance As Summer Months Approach

April 30, 2014 11:15 am Comments Off

Assemblyman Chad Lupinacci is encouraging local residents to apply for part of the $3 million being made available to provide air conditioners to eligible low-income New Yorkers with documented medical conditions exacerbated by extreme heat.