Forever a hero: Christopher Raguso, the former Commack Fire Department firefighter died in a helicopter crash in Iraq in March.
Commack Girl Scout Troop #2415 took over the Smithtown Town Hall and held a public forum.
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An act of kindness resulted in a special day for the 8-year-old Long Island boy and his family.
Christopher Raguso was among the 7 people killed in a helicopter crash in Iraq last week. He leaves behind a wife and two young daughters.
"Chris was always there to help anyone with anything, he would never say no," the department wrote in a message.
The local restaurant will be officially reuniting the 3-year-old with her stuffed animal at a special party on Friday.
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A winter storm hit Long Island on Wednesday leaving many residents with no power.
We polled our readers to find out what the one thing most people don't know about Commack. Check out some of the answers we got.
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The event will honor Officer Glen Ciano who was killed by a drunk driver in 2009.
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Martin Luther King Day is Monday, Jan. 16.
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The annual Gurwin calendar showcases residents displaying the beauty of age and their wisdom.
Traveling by train this New Year's? Check out the LIRR train schedule and fares for the holiday weekend.
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The local nursing home CEO will be replaced effective Jan. 1, 2018.
The new clinic provides services to first responders suffering from 9/11 related illnesses.
Drunk Santas, keep your alcohol at home.
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The sale will run until Dec. 22.
The unique program is designed to provide mental stimulation and social engagement for people with memory loss and their care partners.
Noah Syndergaard visited the local business this week to sign autograph. The store will be hosting another signing with Giants player.
The local business will be giving out free cheeseburgers to the first 100 customers as part of the festivities.
The Allstate Foundation grants $1,000 to Half Hollow Hills Little League Baseball.
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