🌱 Patch AM: ESOL-English for Speakers of Other Languages and 9 more events

Also, don’t miss Fall in Love with Community on the Deer Park Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Meet the Deer Park seniors earning national academic recognition.

Spotted on the Deer Park calendar: Annual Free Paper Shredding Event

🌱 Patch AM: Deer Park Senior Named National Merit Semifinalist; 3 Others Honored

Make time for Annual Free Paper Shredding Event on the Deer Park Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: What makes Deer Park’s Famous Food Festival worth planning a day around?

Coming up: Fall in Love with Community on the Deer Park Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Which Deer Park students and teacher just earned major district honors?

You won’t want to miss Fall in Love with Community on the Deer Park Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Deer Park Freshman Named All-State, Honored By School Board

Also check out Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! on the Deer Park Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Planning October? See what’s coming to Deer Park and beyond

And on the Deer Park Patch calendar - Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

‘Mr. Deer Park’ Honored With Frank Cassata Way Street Dedication

The late Frank Cassata arrived in NY as a young Sicilian immigrant and went on to build businesses, housing and a legacy across Deer Park.

At 445 Commack Rd.In Commack Sits The Long Island Telephone Museum

It features the history of Ma Bell with a real telephone switchboard and phone operator, and includes crank and pay phones.

Wyandanch Schools Join Suffolk Sheriff’s ‘Handle With Care’ Program

Partnership allows educators to support students exposed to traumatic incidents outside school, officials said.

Man Found Dead In Snow By Workers Out Shoveling On LI: Police | Patch PM

Also: 'Darth Vader' train / Pizza for fallen officer / New snow / 3K blood donations lost / Asian fusion / Farewell for woman found in woods

Snowstorm Acts Of Kindness: 9 Lives, 1 Lucky Cat Rescued

During the storm, LI communities came together with open hearts to help. If you have a kindness story, email Lisa.Finn@patch.com.

LI Woman’s Clothes ‘Melting Off’ After Boyfriend Threw Sulfuric Acid On Her: DA | Patch PM

Also: $1B Powerball / Deli owner mourned / K-9 retires / Psych exam for teen who killed ex: DA / Pickleball / 'It's A Wonderful Life' event

Reworld™ Supports Paws of War to Provide Free Veterinary Care for Veteran’s Pets on Long Island

Local veterans and their pets received free veterinary care, food, and community support at Texas Roadhouse Deer Park.

LI Teen Charged In Fatal Stabbing Of 15-Year-Old At Party: Police | Patch PM

Also: $50K Powerball win / Pedestrian struck, hurt: PD / West Nile / Mourning teen killed in crash / Slay probe: PD / Cold cases cracked: DA

Another Rabid Raccoon Found In Suffolk County: Health Dept.

This is the 7th case of locally acquired terrestrial rabies since 2009, the Suffolk County Department of Health Services says.

3 College Students Honored By PSEG Long Island For National Intern Day

Three Suffolk college students have been honored by PSEG Long Island for National Intern Day while completing their summer internships.

Captree State Park To Host Snapper And Crab Fishing Derby

Captree State Park's annual Snapper and Crab Fishing Derby will take place later this summer, the state announced Thursday.

'Dynamic Leader': LI Women's Health Doctor Named 2025 Healthcare Hero

A Long Island doctor with a practice in Deer Park focusing on women's health has been named a 2025 Healthcare Hero.

'Justice, Equality, Community Uplift': LI Couple Honored By Street Renaming

The legacy of a Long Island couple dedicated to justice, equality and community uplift was honored with a street renaming on Long Island.

Town Of Babylon 14th Legislative District Primary: Preview

Town of Babylon residents head to the polls on June 24 to cast their vote in the Republican primary race for the 14th Legislative District.

Man Crashed Tesla Impaired By Drugs, Alcohol: Police

A man driving a Tesla was arrested after a DWI crash sent two young women to the hospital on Long Island, Suffolk County police told Patch.

Girl Scouts Blend Fashion And Fundraising On LI

Girl Scout troops on Long Island held a fashion show fundraiser to raise money for a scouting campsite at a local beach.

High School Students Unite to Develop Environmental Solutions

High School Students Unite to Develop Environmental Solutions at Long Island Regional Envirothon

'Starting Over': LI Rallies For Family Displaced By Raging House Fire

A GoFundMe has been organized to help a Long Island family whose home was destroyed by a devastating fire that hospitalized 8 on Saturday.

Doo Wop Fundraiser Aims To Buy New Chairs For Long Island Seniors

A Long Island senior center is hosting a doo wop fundraiser featuring the Del Satins to buy new chairs for senior citizens.

2nd $1M Winning Lottery Ticket Sold On Long Island

The winning ticket was sold at a 7-Eleven on Long Island, according to the New York Lottery.

Firefighter Honored For Rescuing 1 From Fatal House Fire On LI

Babylon officials honored a firefighter who rescued someone from a house fire killed 1 person and seriously injured 2 on Long Island.

Babylon Hero's Legacy Honored With Street Renaming

The Babylon community paid tribute to local hero Salvatore Giulio Rubino's legacy with a recent street renaming in his honor.

Job Fair Focusing On Degree-Free Career Paths Comes To Babylon

The fair will focus on careers that don't require college degrees, including jobs in skilled trades, emergency services and healthcare.

Town of Babylon Secures Over 5,000 Books For Donation Drive

The Town of Babylon has secured over 5,000 books in partnership with book fairies to donate to local children.

Hometown Hero: NYPF Officer Honored With Heroism Award

NYPD Officer Robert Garvey who apprehended a man who stabbed and killed 3 people in Manhattan has been named a hero by Babylon officials.

LI School Searched After 'Threatening Email': PD | Patch PM

Also: Arsonis sought: PD / Take-out car theft: PD / Woman, 95, shares secrets / School bus driver feted for avoiding crash / Teacher dies

LI Man Dies After Brutal Carjacking And Assault: Police | Patch PM

Also: Mystery drones / Beloved coach dies in crash / Iconic eatery closes / Unfounded kidnapping report: PD / Choking student saved / Fire

Town of Babylon and Babylon IDA to Host ‘Access to Capital’ Event

Local business owners will gain expert insights into critical funding opportunities.

LI Pizza Strong Raises $105K For Fatal Crash Survivors

"It was an emotional day of sadness and joy, but we were honored to do this for the third time for the families." - Alyssa Guidice.

'Incredibly Grateful': Teen In Deadly LI Crash Has Long Recovery: PM

Also: Trooper shot: PD / Angelica's Law / Car hits woman at "illegal meet": PD / Rallying cry for pediatric cancer research / Pianist helps

'Incredibly Grateful': Teen In Babylon Car Crash Faces Long Recovery

"Jack is doing better but still has an incredibly long road to recovery ahead of him. He has good days and bad days. " - Theresa DePietto.

'Died A Hero': LI Helps Family Of Man Who Died During Vacation Rescue

"While on vacation in Bermuda, Jamie tragically passed away saving a 10-year-old child from drowning."- Family of Deer park's Jamie Lambros.

'Mother, Nurse, Hero': Friends Help North Babylon Woman Battle Cancer

"She is an amazing person and dedicated mother, wife, nurse and hero." - Israel Ramos, Nicole's husband.