See How Deer Park Students Brought ‘KIND’ To Life On World Kindness Day

The entire student body got together to highlight the district’s ongoing focus on compassion and positive school culture.

North Babylon Third Graders Debut Robot-Powered Balloon Parade

Students designed, built and coded their own balloon floats before sending them down a parade route powered by Dash robots.

Toys ‘R’ Us Returns To Long Island: New Flagship Opens At Tanger Outlets Deer Park

Shoppers can expect meet-and-greets and more inside the first stand-alone Toys ‘R’ Us on Long Island since 2018.

More Than 100 North Babylon Students Inducted Into National Honor Society

The ceremony honored students who exemplify scholarship, service, leadership, and character, according to the district.

Deer Park High School Students Lead Red Ribbon Week With Drug-Free Pledge

Students built a “Chain of Healthy Choices” and signed a pledge to stay drug-free during the national prevention campaign.

Veterans Honored At DeLuca Elementary’s 10th Annual Parade In North Babylon

Students, staff and families honored local veterans with music, flags and heartfelt tributes.

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

Deer Park High School Event Helps Students Plan Life After Graduation

Students connected with representatives from colleges, the military, and career fields.

Mother-Daughter Poets Bring ‘Lilacs and Roses’ to North Babylon Library

Christie Leigh Babirad and her mother, Cheryl, will share poems that reflect love and connection at their hometown library event.

How North Babylon Students Honored Hispanic Heritage Month

North Babylon High School’s annual event brought families and community members together.

Pumpkin Fun Returns To This Deer Park Elementary School

Students explored the lawn filled with pumpkins during the school’s beloved fall tradition.

Decades Of Excellence Recognized At Deer Park Athletic Hall Of Fame Ceremony

Deer Park High School honored a new class of athletes, coaches, and community members.

Deer Park Unites For 2025 Homecoming Celebration

Community honors grand marshal Tony Santoro, crowns king and queen.

Deer Park Names Veteran Educator New Assistant Prinicipal

Richard Santoro comes to the Robert Frost Middle School as serving two years in the West Hempstead School District.

Man Indicted After Stabbing Someone He'd Just Met In Neck, Fleeing Scene: Police

He severed a man's esophagus and trachea in the attack, the DA says.

Mangano Family Funeral Homes & Family Florist Offer Free On-Site Paper Shredding Event for Deer Park Communi

Protect Your Identity and the Environment on Sunday, October 5th

Crash Cleared From Southern State Parkway In Suffolk: 511NY

There were slowdowns by Exit 33 on Monday morning.

Police Searching For Person Who Threw 2 Kittens From Moving Vehicle, Leaving 1 Kitten Dead

The incident took place in West Babylon in June; 1 kitten survived, police say.

Man Faces Attempted Murder Charge After Shooting Teenager On LI: DA | Patch PM

Also: Gilgo DNA decision / Whip Pediatric Cancer Of LI marks 10 years / LI Turtle Rescue needs help / 3 water emergencies / MBA milestone

Man Faces Attempted Murder Charge After Shooting Teenager In Suffolk: DA

The man shot a teenager at a house party, hitting the teen three times and striking their femoral artery and vein, the DA says.

Man Indicted In LI Wrong-Way Pile-Up Crash That Severely Injured Elderly Couple: DA

The man was driving while impaired by a drug when he entered into the opposite lane of travel, the DA says.

Teen Shot At LI House Party, Hospitalized In Serious Condition: Police

A teenage boy was shot multiple times during a party on Long Island on Friday, according to Suffolk County police.

Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle In Long Island Parking Lot: Police

A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in West Babylon on Friday morning, Suffolk County police told Patch.

Day Camp Supporting Children With Cancer Honored By LI Officials

A Long Island day camp that provides services for children living with cancer received a high honor from local officials earlier this week.

Motorcyclist Hospitalized After Crashing Into Honda On Long Island: Police

A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash with a Honda on Long Island on Wednesday morning, Suffolk County police say.

New Halloween Store Opening In North Babylon Soon

As the end of summer approaches, a Halloween retail giant is planning its expansion around Long Island to kick off the holiday season.

Toddler, 2, Dies After Being Struck By Vehicle At Belmont Lake State Park On LI: Police

The child died after being hit at Belmont State Park, police say.

New Aldi + Chicken Wings + 3-Foot Lobster Roll

Also: Mall Pop-Up / New activewear store / Italian eatery expands / Spray tans / New Burlington

Discounted Designer Pop-Up Comes To Long Island Tanger Outlets

An off-price retailer offering discounted designer clothing and accessories is opening a pop-up at a Tanger Outlets on Long Island soon.

Free Breast Cancer Screenings Offered In North Babylon On Friday

Free breast cancer screenings will be offered in North Babylon on Friday, hosted by Sen. Monica R. Martinez and Stony Brook Medicine.

Sensory Playground Celebrates Grand Opening At Long Island School

A Long Island school celebrated the grand opening of a sensory playground, aiming to help students feel "connected, engaged and supported."

National Activewear Brand To Open First Long Island Store: Report

A national men's and women's activewear company will open its first Long Island location soon, ​Long Island Business News​ reports.

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.

LI Fire Chief Off Duty After Cursing At Child In Distress In Viral Video

A Long Island fire chief is "relieved of his duties" after a video showing him cursing at a child on an emergency call went viral on TikTok.

West Babylon FD Mourns Ex-Fire Chief Who 'Faithfully Served' For 40+ Years

The West Babylon Fire Department is mourning the loss of another dedicated lifelong firefighter, family man and community member.

'Served With Honor': Ex-Fire Chief Dies Of 9/11-Related Causes

The emergency response communities of Long Island and New York City are mourning the death of a dedicated firefighter and 9/11 responder.

New Trader Joe's + Dominican Food + New Ramen Restaurant

Also: Historica deli / Just Salad / New steak house / Alzheimer’s support

Bacteria Scare Closes 3 Babylon Beaches: Health Dept.

Suffolk County health officials have closed 62 Long Island beaches for bathing due to excessive bacterial contamination.

Authentic Dominican Restaurant Celebrates Grand Opening On Long Island

A new restaurant serving authentic Dominican food, including vegetarian options, celebrated its grand opening on Long Island.

West Nile Found In West Babylon Mosquito Sample: Health Dept.

Fourteen mosquito samples have tested positive for West Nile Virus in Suffolk, including 1 in West Babylon, the Department of Health says.