🌱 Patch AM: How Deer Park pulled off its late winner over Huntington

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🌱 Patch AM: How worried should Deer Park residents be about rising rabies cases?

Be sure to catch Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! on the Deer Park Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: What Deer Park residents must do after a possible rabies exposure

Coming up: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! on the Deer Park Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: What fall festivals are headed to Deer Park and nearby towns?

Coming up on the Deer Park Patch calendar: Wading River - Shoreham Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival

🌱 Patch AM: When will Geiger Park transform into a free outdoor art gallery?

Also check out Wading River - Shoreham Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival on the Deer Park Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: See how Geiger Park is transforming into an open-air art gallery

And on the Deer Park Patch calendar - Wading River - Shoreham Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival

Deer Park Bowling Alley Honored For Accessibility At $1K Fundraiser

The Deer Park bowling alley was recognized for making the sport more accessible to people with special needs.

🌱 Patch AM: Who walked out champion at Deer Park’s latest wrestling showcase?

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Long Island Columbus Day Parade Returns To Deer Park: What To Know

The free Oct. 10 celebration in Deer Park will feature a parade, food trucks, rides, live music, and more.

Dog Found Severely Underweight, Locked In Basement On Long Island: SPCA

A 4-year-old Cane Corso was found with severe muscle loss, wounds and widespread skin disease, investigators said.

Deer Park High School Honors 12 Local 9/11 Victims With Wreaths

Students marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks with a memorial ceremony and a stair-climbing tribute to Welles Crowther.

Wyandanch Man Indicted After Rape, Sexual Abuse Of 6-Year-Old: DA

Prosecutors say the 22-year-old had childcare access to the child and sexually abused her several times in July and August.

'Never Forget': Deer Park Man Creates 9/11 Light Display For 25th Anniversary

James Hentschel, known for elaborate displays at his Namleps Lane home, updated last year's tribute to mark 25 years since the attacks.

West Babylon Senior Creates 9/11 Banner To Teach Peace, Unity

A West Babylon High School senior created the banner as younger students learned about peace, kindness and unity.

Deer Park Students Return For 2026-27 School Year

Students from pre-K through 12th grade returned to classrooms across the district on Sept. 3.

121 MPH Southern State Crash Killed West Babylon Man; Driver Pleads Guilty: DA

Felix Pantaleon of Lindenhurst was speeding and weaving through traffic before rear-ending an SUV, killing a West Babylon man, the DA said.

Deer Park Home Becomes Canvas For Dolly, 9/11 And Holiday Light Shows

James Hentschel has spent up to $5,000 turning his Deer Park home into a canvas for tributes, holidays and community joy.

Deer Park Schools Kick Off New Year With ‘Make It Matter’ Focus

Superintendent James Cummings centered the district’s 2026-27 theme on instruction, safety and school culture.

Turtle Dies After Being Found Tethered Underwater In Deer Park; $3K Reward Offered

The SPCA increased its reward to $3,000 after the turtle rescued from Geiger Park Lake later died.

LI Man Drove On Drugs, Crashed Into Deer Park Home, Had Gun: Police

A 19-year-old driver ran a stop sign before crashing into the home early Sunday morning, Suffolk police said.

After $10K+ Theft, West Babylon Scouts Get New Trailer

A Deer Park business stepped in after West Babylon Scouts had their trailer filled with equipment and years of troop memorabilia stolen.

$2K Reward Offered After Turtle Found Tethered Underwater In Deer Park Lake

A yellow-bellied slider was found trapped in a cage, tethered and submerged at Geiger Park Lake, the Suffolk County SPCA said.

Wrong-Way Deer Park Crash Injured Elderly Couple, 3 Others: DA

A Dix Hills man admitted he was impaired by marijuana when he fled one crash and drove into oncoming traffic, prosecutors said.

Kings Park Man Faces Up To 11 Years For Robbing 2 Flagstar Banks: DA

The man was arrested hours after the second robbery with stolen cash, cocaine and a $10,000 demand note, prosecutors said.

‘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.

Driver Injured After Car Slams Into Parked Trailer In West Babylon: Police

The 46-year-old Wyandanch man was taken to Good Samaritan University Hospital with minor injuries, police said.

Women Wanted After $2.4K Theft Spree At Deer Park Stores: Police

Police say two women stole $2,475 worth of handbags and makeup from Coach and Sephora in Deer Park.

‘I Will Never Be That Little Girl Again’: LI Nail Salon Crash Survivors Speak

Families described lost futures, lasting injuries and daily trauma after the crash that killed 4 at Hawaii Nail & Spa in Deer Park.

Town of Babylon’s Green Homes Program Partners With Spadefoot Ecosystem Solutions For Native Plant Workshop

Informative Sessions Teach Homeowners the Ecological and Financial Benefits of Native Gardening

2 Women Wanted After $1.6K Polo Ralph Lauren Theft In Deer Park: Police

Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest in the July 30 theft, police said.

Steven Schwally Sentenced To 25 Years To Life In Deadly Deer Park Nail Salon Crash

A judge said Steven Schwally showed “depraved indifference” as victims’ families and survivors delivered emotional testimony.

$4.1M Coming To Wyandanch For New Park Space, Upgrades

The state funding will support a new Great Lawn with a dog park, playground and community garden.

Suffolk County Student Athlete Of The Week: Deer Park’s Kayla Beaumont

Kayla Beaumont finished with the second-best triple jump mark in New York State less than two years after total reconstructive knee surgery.

Man Reports Water Pellets Shot At Him In West Babylon: Police

He refused help at the scene, Suffolk police say.

West Babylon Man 1 of 2 Nabbed In Connection With Trying To Sexually Exploit Children Online: Police

The investigation used undercover investigators and advanced cyber investigative techniques to identify people, police say.

2-Year-Old Toddler Rescued From Locked Car During Heatwave: Police

UPDATE: He was placed inside of police cruiser to cool off before being evaluated at the hospital, Suffolk police say.

Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Deer, North Babylon For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Deer Park and North Babylon.

LI Author Redefines Success After Years Of Mental Health Struggles

The Wheatley Heights native now works as a peer specialist, using his lived experience to help others through mental health recovery.

LI Office Manager Stole $230K From Employer, Gets Prison: DA

A Brightwaters woman wrote checks to herself and collected unemployment while working full time, prosecutors said.

Deer Park HS Class Of 2026 Told To Remember Where Their Story Began

Graduates celebrated community, resilience and the next chapter during the school’s 63rd commencement ceremony.