🌱 Patch AM: Which Hauppauge teens just earned Suffolk’s Distinguished Youth Awards?

Be sure to catch 44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth with $25,000 Grand Prize on the Hauppauge Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: What led to a Suffolk correction officer’s 18-month jail sentence?

Coming up: 44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth with $25,000 Grand Prize on the Hauppauge Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How much unclaimed cash did Suffolk recover from Albany this month?

Coming up on the Hauppauge Patch calendar: 44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth with $25,000 Grand Prize

🌱 Patch AM: Hauppauge attorney details client’s death in high-profile Suffolk case

You won’t want to miss 44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth with $25,000 Grand Prize on the Hauppauge Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Grade 6 SEPTA Middle School Orientation and 11 more events

Happening soon: Nesconset Day Street Fair 2026 on the Hauppauge Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Nesconset Day Street Fair 2026 and 11 more events

And check out Jay Medal Soirée on the Hauppauge Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How a $35M factory expansion could reshape jobs in Hauppauge.

And on the Hauppauge Patch calendar - Jay Medal Soirée

Scammers Listened Through Computer As LI Detectives Stopped $140K Gold Scheme: Officials | Patch PM

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NY Axe Throwing Is the Perfect Night Out for Couples & Groups

Fun for date nights, friends, families, birthdays, group outings, fundraisers, and private events.

'It's Unbelievable': 200+ Neighbors Sign Petition Over Noise From Hauppauge Industrial Park

Residents say a nonstop ringing and rumbling noise will be brought to the Smithtown Town Board on April 7. Hear what they’re experiencing.

Free Food Distribution For Laid-Off Federal Workers Coming to Hauppauge

Long Island Cares will provide for federal workers affected by the government shutdown.

Long Island Cares Names New President, CEO

After a nationwide search, former VP is the unanimous choice to lead Long Island Cares into a new chapter, according to Long Island Cares.

Long Island Cares Receives Support From Corporations For National Hunger Action Month

Long Island has seen a 30 percent year-over-year increase in food insecurity. "We need help now more than ever," a food bank official said.

Whip Pediatric Cancer Of LI Commemorates 10 Years: 'Very Emotional'

Jordan Belous founded Whip Pediatric Cancer after the loss of her friend. Now, she raises money for cancer research and gifts for children.

Golden Krust To Donate Bread To Long Island Cares In Fight Against Hunger

The food bank is set to pick up more than 250 loaves of bread. "We are grateful for this thoughtful contribution," Long Island Cares stated.

Free Farmers Market For Seniors Coming To Hauppauge, Hosted By Long Island Cares And PSEG Long Island

People ages 65 and older can pick up free food at the farmers market and secure resources from PSEG Long Island.

Paule Pachter Plans To Retire As Long Island Cares CEO

Pachter called his time with Long Island Cares the "most rewarding and productive period" of his 46-year career in nonprofit human services.

Food Demand At LI Cares Pantries Has Increased 30% Since 2023: Org

Long Island Cares plans to advocate for additional government funding and request increased support from its donors.

LI Man Who Experienced Food Insecurity Gives Back To The Hungry

Ambrose Rajendran said he and his family have experienced food insecurity, fueling his own hunger to give back at Long Island Cares.

LI Cares Hosts Farmingdale State College Students For Can Castle Event

Students created decorative villains using 71,170 pounds of donated food. "Empathy and service are alive and well in the next generation!"

LI Man, Legally Blind, Volunteers At Long Island Cares

"I will not let my eye problems prevent me from doing what I must," said Byron Crutcher, who volunteers at Long Island Cares once a week.

Veterans Resource Fair And Food Distribution Coming To Hauppauge

The fair, hosted by Long Island Cares, will feature free produce for veterans; and roughly 40 agencies that help veterans will attend.

Angela's House Of Hauppauge Voted Best Charity On LI: 'Great Honor'

Angela's House offers 24-hour nursing for children with special health care needs. "Not everyone knows help is out there."

LIRR Holding Food Drive For Long Island Food Banks

People can donate food on Wednesday at two LIRR hubs in New York City. "We wanted to help to the extent we can," the LIRR president said.

LI Cares Holding Veteran Food And Clothing Distribution In Hauppauge

Veterans can stop by for food and clothing. Here's what they need to know.

Thanksgiving Food Distribution For Suffolk Veterans: Info

Veterans will be provided with a Thanksgiving basket. Here's what they need to know.

2 LI Sports Teams Stand With LI Cares To Fight Food Insecurity

Strong Island, a roller derby team, and the Long Island Nets basketball team plan to partner with the food bank ahead of the holiday season.

Donors Provide Thanksgiving Turkeys To LI Cares For Food-Insecure

Donors have donated thousands of turkeys to Long Island Cares so it can help food-insecure people have a full Thanksgiving meal.

Man Indicted After Shooting Outside LI Casino: DA | Patch PM

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LI Cares, PSEG LI To Celebrate National Senior Citizen Day

The Senior Resource Fair will bring older adults to a free farmers market, There will also be energy conservation and health screening tips.

LI Cares Gets $650K In Federal Funds For Mobile Farmers Market Truck

The truck will bring fresh produce, exclusively grown by Long Island farmers, to food-insecure communities.

LI Cares To Hold 'Harry Chapin Day Of Service' With Raffle, Merch

Harry Chapin's son Jason said he is "extremely grateful" for what Long Island Cares does to honor his father's legacy.

Toddler Fatally Drowns In Islandia Pool

The 2-year-old was pulled from a residential pool unresponsive, police say. Family members tried performing CPR.

LI Cares Launches Matching Donation Campaign For July

The board of directors will match donations up to $100K during a "challenging time" for Long Island families.

Reworld™ Participates in Suffolk County Stand Down Event

Reworld™ Participates in Suffolk County Veterans Resource and Stand Down Event

LI Cares Adds Farmers Market Truck Thanks To Bank Of America Grant

Long Island Cares expects to provide up to 1 million pounds of food annually, purchasing it from local farms.

LI Cares Garden Prepares For 4th Annual Vegetables And Herbs Harvest

The harvest will be used to provide vegetables to food-insecure people. Each donation will come with recipes on how to use the vegetables.

Reworld™ Employees Join Forces to Combat Hunger

Reworld™ Employees Join Forces to Combat Hunger Through Nationwide Initiative

Georgica Workforce Opportunity to Host Unique 2-Day Job Fair

Georgica Workforce Opportunity Committee to Host Unique 2-Day Innovative Job Fair for Construction and Development Opportunities

2 LI Food Banks Among Beneficiaries Of Tri-State Food Drive

The one-day drive, with NBC/Telemundo and Stop & Shop, will benefit eight food banks in the Tri-State area, including two on Long Island.

Angela's House Wins Best Charity On Long Island: Bethpage Best Awards

Angela's House helps parents whose children are medically fragile and need care. "We are very proud," the founder said of winning the award.

Small Businesses Are Recovering With Help From Flushing Bank

As a community bank, Flushing Bank worked closely with neighborhood businesses to help them stay on track throughout the pandemic.