🌱 Huntington Daily: Huntington Police Blotter + LIRR South Lot Opens

Hey, Huntington! Let's get you all caught up to start this Thursday, April 14, off on an informed note. Here's what's happening around Huntington today.

First, today's weather:

A heavy thunderstorm in the p.m. High: 74 low: 51.

Here are the top 4 stories today in Huntington:

1. Thirteen Harborfields girls' spring track athletes earned medals in season opener. The student-athletes brought home a total of 14 medals at the Bay Shore Invitational. You can see what each athlete won in the article. (Huntington Patch)
2. Arrests made from April 3-10 in Huntington released. A man stole three cars in a month and a half time frame, and a woman was arrested on numerous drug charges. You can read the full list of their charges in the link. (Huntington Patch)
3. Town of Oyster Bay pet drive a success with over 300 pounds of food and supplies donated. "The drive focused on collecting food for our residents' pets through Baxter's Pet Pantry, which supplies free pet food and supplies to pet-owning families in need," a press statement read. "Town officials recognized residents for their generosity in donating over 303 pounds of pet food and supplies, which will, in turn, keep pets at home with their loved ones, well-fed, and out of shelters." (Patch)
4. Renovated Huntington LIRR south parking lot reopens. "We are proud to deliver on this long-awaited renovation in the first few months of our administration, but the best is yet to come," Smyth stated. "We anticipate moving forward on more commuter infrastructure upgrades at the Huntington train station with recently approved grant funding. Thank you to Jim Ahrens and our Engineering team, our Highway Superintendent Andre Sorrentino and his team, the Departments of General Services and Transportation and Traffic Safety for all of their work to complete this project on a shoestring budget." An additional $4 million in state funding will be used for commuter upgrades. (Huntington Patch)

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Today in Huntington:

• Blondie — The Paramount. (7 p.m.)
• Maundy Thursday Worship — St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Huntington Manor Fire Department Fan Page: Ex Chief Mark Sciallo was recognized for his 30 years of service at April's monthly department meeting. Thanks for your service, Mark! (Facebook)
• Helping Hand Rescue Mission: The Rescue Mission's Spring Into Easter Event was a huge success. They thank everyone who donated and have a recap video that you can watch by clicking the Facebook link. (Facebook)
• Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce: "Congratulations to this year’s Scott Martella Alumni Award recipient, John Schneidawin Jr.! We can’t wait to celebrate with him and our Young Professional honorees at the May 3 event! For ticket info visit, huntingtonchamber.com/events" (Facebook)
• Huntington Historical Society: The Historical Society will be holding its Antiques in April event at their KISSAM property on April 23 and 24. Head down to browse and buy antique items. (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bright News York: "Any recommendations for getting pool stairs installed or even a temporary set of stairs for inground pool? Please and thank you!" (Nextdoor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with 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!