The News Review: Catch Up at Patch

Can you believe it’s March 5 already? It’s like February went past in a blink of an eye and so Patch wants to make sure you didn’t miss any of the big news and great feature stories we published this past week.

Patch debuted yet another new feature, this one profiling everyday community people that likely many people ‘know’ but don’t really know. So Patch set out to find out more about them. If you know someone we should profile, just email us at judy.mottl@patch.com

Here’s a look at what happened this week in the village:

Administrators outline the impacts of state aid cuts and rising costs in health care.

The Babylon school budget review process promises to be contentious given state aid cuts and village residents want staffing, healthcare costs examined.

Buyers interested in purchasing foreclosures need to make sure they understand the various scenarios.

John Nowicki,a longtime postal worker in Babylon Village, talks about dogs and spiders and snow.

A local confectioner offers a sweet recipe to Patch readers.

Business owners and residents aren't happy about the rising numbers at the local pumps but there is no public outcry yet.

Whether you're looking for a fulltime job or a part-time gig to help pay bills these days Patch wants to help with providing some local listings of positions.

Talking with Mark Farrell, chef and owner of Lucy’s Bistro.

Babylon Village store workers say a new law to stop smoking is a good idea but could have unintended consequences.

Dunkin needs a loving home. Right now he is waiting patiently for you at the Babylon Town Animal Shelter.

Sometimes it's the younger generation that shows how a little bit of work and effort can make a huge impact on the lives of others.

Spring fever has hit and this week we discuss what our Mom's Council members are most looking forward to doing as the weather gets warm.