$2M Mega Millions Ticket Sold In Deer Park

The second-prize ticket was sold at a Deer Park gas station, lottery officials say.

Free Paper Shredding Event In Deer Park Aims To Fight Identity Theft

Residents can bring up to 4 boxes of documents for secure, on-site shredding on April 26.

Sensory Island Opens In Deer Park, Creating Safe Space For Kids With Autism

Created by a local mother, Sensory Island aims to provide a welcoming space for neurodivergent and neurotypical children.

Deer Park HS Recognizes Top Students At Annual Honor Society Induction

Students were inducted into English, math, science, and social studies honor societies during the school’s annual “Night of Excellence.”

Teen Bicyclist Struck By Car In Deer Park, Hospitalized: Police

A teen bicyclist was hospitalized after a crash at a busy Deer Park roadway, police say.

North Babylon Names Valedictorian, Salutatorian For Class Of 2026

Teyla Lopez and Samantha Giraldo were recognized for academic excellence.

First LI Teriyaki Madness Opens In North Babylon

The Seattle-style teriyaki chain is expanding into Long Island with its first location in North Babylon and plans for more.

North Babylon Students Shine On Fifth Avenue At NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade

North Babylon High School marching band and dance team brought Bulldog pride to the streets of Manhattan.

Car Slams Into West Babylon Home After Driver Suffers Medical Emergency: Police

A man was seriously injured after crashing his car into a home on 17th Street; 3 people inside were not hurt, police say.

Deer Park Students Earn Top Honors At NY DECA State Career Conference

Twenty-seven Deer Park High School students competed at the New York DECA State Career Conference in Rochester.

Deer Park Students Speak Out On Mental Health, Academic Pressure At LI Forum

Aimen Khan and Charles Offiah attended the 2026 Long Island Regional Student Forum at St. Joseph’s University.

Mangano Family Funeral Homes Inc. Welcomes Dominic Carella as General Manager

Hire brings extensive family run funeral home management experience

West Babylon Junior High Drama Club Delights With ‘Willy Wonka Jr.’

The school’s drama club presented lively performances March 5 and 6, bringing Charlie Bucket’s magical journey to the stage.

Man Found Dead Steps From His Door In Deer Park Identified: Police

The man was found in the snow steps from his home on Parkcenter Drive on Feb. 23, police say.

Video: ‘Roads Were Not Ready’: Parents Challenge North Babylon Snow Decision After Historic Snowstorm

Parents say buses struggled on narrowed residential roads following a historic storm; district and town say crews worked around the clock.

Deer Park High School Tri-M Recital Showcases Student Talent

Tri-M Music Honor Society members performed live, celebrating dedication, growth and musical excellence at Deer Park High School.

Woman Stabbed In Face During Deer Park Dispute; 25-Year-Old Charged: Police

The woman is accused of stabbing a 43-year-old acquaintance during a dispute on Maida Avenue, police say.

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Man Found Dead In Snow By Workers Out Shoveling In Suffolk: Police

Workers shoveling snow discovered the man’s body near a walkway at a Deer Park housing complex Monday afternoon, police say.

‘Blizzard Day’ Brings Snowy Smiles, Student Performances To May Moore Primary School

Kindergarten students in the Deer Park School District performed winter-themed songs and poems during a special school concert.

Whealtley Heights Man Raped 2 14-Year-Old Girls After Snapchat Contact: DA

Prosecutors say Kemuel St. Juste used the Snapchat handle “k3mnyy” to communicate with underage girls, spanning December 2024- June 2025.

How A Simple Snowman Project Sparked Joy At Deer Park Middle School

ENL and life skills classes connect through storytelling, crafts, and confidence-building activities.

North Babylon Students Dress As 100-Year-Olds For 100th Day Of School Celebration

Young learners counted, created, and imagined their futures while celebrating how much they’ve grown this school year.

‘Curtains’ Hits West Babylon Senior High School Stage

The musical comedy blended mystery, humor, and classic Broadway numbers during a three-night run.

West Babylon Students Put Screens Away For Global Day Of Play

District-wide event encouraged unstructured, screen-free activities that support creativity, collaboration and social-emotional growth.

North Babylon High School Earns Bronze On 2025 AP School Honor Roll

The national College Board recognition highlights North Babylon High School’s strong AP participation and college-credit success.

6 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Deer Park, North Babylon

Where to watch the big game in Deer Park and North Babylon.

Deer Park DECA Students Earn 27 Trophies At County Competition

Nearly 900 students competed countywide, with Deer Park advancing dozens to the state level.

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.

‘Snow’ Much Fun At Marion G. Vedder Elementary School

Students took part in press conference training and leadership workshops through a statewide youth institute.

North Babylon Kindergartners Explore Rain Clouds Through Science Experiment

Kindergartners at a North Babylon elementary school took part in a classroom experiment to learn how rain clouds work.

Wyandanch Home Health Aide Accused Of Stealing From Elderly Patient: Police

A Wyandanch-based home health aide used a patient’s debit card to withdraw cash for personal purchases, police say.

North Babylon Man Seriously Injured After Car Hits Utility Pole: Police

A Connecticut man was hospitalized after his vehicle left the roadway and struck a utility pole late Monday night, police say.

17-Year-Old Sentenced After Wyandanch Crash Severed Woman’s Legs: DA

The LI teen fled the scene after crashing into stopped vehicles, leaving a woman critically injured and five others hurt, prosecutors say.

Food Network Producer Visits North Babylon TV Students

Students received professional feedback and real-world advice during a studio visit from Food Network producer Steven Roth.

Mangano Family Funeral Homes Gives Back to Seniors at Spangle Drive Senior Center

Scratch Off Lottery Tickets and Dessert Bring Smiles at Christmas

Deer Park Student-Athletes Join Suffolk County Leaders At Section XI Conference

Student-athletes from Deer Park High School joined peers from across Suffolk County for a day focused on college athletics.

20-Year-Old Shot in Wyandanch Backyard, In Critical Condition: Police

A Westbury man was shot Wednesday night and taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries, police say.

Teen Brothers Seriously Injured In Deer Park Crash: Police

Police say a Toyota Supra crossed into oncoming traffic on Deer Park Avenue Sunday morning, colliding with a pickup truck.

‘A Lifetime Of Service’: Deer Park’s Ted Corn Named 2025 Veteran Of The Year

The longtime firefighter, National Guard veteran, and community volunteer was recognized at the County Legislature’s Nov. 25 meeting.