🌱 Former Highway Superintendent Dies + Huntington Police Blotter

Good morning, neighbors. It's Tuesday in Huntington and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in town, including updates on:

• Take a look at the most recent Huntington Police Blotter.
• Former Highway Superintendent dies.
• Pets are available for adoption at local shelters.

But first, today's weather:

Sunny intervals. High: 41 low: 36.

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Here are the top four stories today in Huntington:

1. Take a look at the most recent Huntington Police Blotter. These are recent incidents reported in the Huntington area from Jan. 30 through Feb. 4. A man is accused of selling drugs and you can read the full description in the link. (Huntington Patch)
2. Former Highway Superintendent dies. William Naughton served as the Town of Huntington's Highway Superintendent for 26 years. “Bill was an entirely devoted and beloved public servant in his longtime stewardship of Huntington’s roads and highways,” said Town Councilwoman Joan Cergol. “I am grateful for his service and wish his wife, Lynn, and family my heartfelt sympathies.” (Huntington Now)
3. Pets are available for adoption at local shelters. Take a look at these adorable animals up for adoption at Huntington area shelters. Meet Lila, Evelyn and others this week. If you see a potential pet that catches your eye, click on its picture to learn more about it and consider adopting today. (Huntington Patch)
4. Check out who's hiring this week in the Huntington area. In our weekly collaboration with ZipRecruiter, you can check out all the companies hiring locally in and around town. If you see a job that interests you, click on it for more information and apply! (Huntington Patch)

Today in Huntington:

• Education & Resource Committee Meeting - Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce. (8:30 a.m.)
• Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Health Logix. (4:30 p.m.)
• Virtual Addiction Recovery Support Group. (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Huntington Union Free School District: The Blue Devil boys' fencing team has advanced to the county semifinals. They came from behind to beat visiting Walt Whitman, 14-13. They will face off tonight against Half Hollow Hills East at 5 p.m. (Huntington Union Free School District via Facebook)
• Huntington Historical Society: The Historical Society held their opening reception for their newest exhibit “The Iconic Fish: Early Maps of Long Island.” Check out photos in the link. (Huntington Historical Society via Facebook)
• Tri Community & Youth Agency (Tri CYA): The Tri CYA needs performers and volunteers for their Black History month show on Feb. 28 at the Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School. Click the link to learn more. (Tri Community & Youth Agency (Tri CYA) via Facebook)
• Town of Huntington: The Town of Huntington and its Opioid & Addiction Task Force has a message in reference to Suffolk County's Social Host Law. Click the link to see what they had to say. (Town of Huntington via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Cold Spring Hills: "Hello neighbors. - I am looking for a primary care physician who is in the Humana network. Does anyone have a recommendation? We live in south Huntington. Thanks in advance! Alice Smith" (Nextdoor)

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You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Andrew Tessler

About me: Hi! I'm Andrew and I have been a Huntington resident for 7 years. I have lived in other countries and states, and my number one love is Huntington. I love health and wellness, traveling, stand-up paddle boarding, and of course going to restaurants and events throughout Huntington!

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