🌱Levi's Grand Opening + Fuel Trucks Inspected, Summonses Given

Hey, hello! I'm back in your inbox this chilly morning with your new copy of the Huntington Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses. Let's get this day started off right with a quick dive into everything you need to know about what's happening around town, including updates on...

• Levi's to hold grand opening this weekend at Walt Whitman Shops.
• Fuel trucks given summonses at Huntington Station checkpoint Wednesday.
• ICYMI: A GoFundMe account was set up for the Huntington Station father of four killed in a stabbing.

But first, today's weather:

Strong winds subsiding. High: 43 low: 21.

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Here are the top three stories today in Huntington:

1. Levi's to hold grand opening this weekend at Walt Whitman Shops. The clothing store officially opened yesterday and will be celebrating all weekend. There will be free cookies from Bliss Pastries for patrons to enjoy. The first 150 customers will receive a complimentary Levi’s Huntington Station tee and each purchase will come with a complimentary tote bag. For those that spend over $150. they will be gifted a recycled sail cloth pouch. (Huntington Patch)
2. Fuel trucks given summonses at Huntington Station checkpoint Wednesday. Fourteen fuel trucks were checked at the Long Island Railroad parking lot, and 39 summonses were given. Four of the trucks were placed out of service and the 39 summonses included 11 environmental conservation violations; seven weight violations; and one for an unsealed meter. (Huntington Patch)
3. ICYMI: A GoFundMe account was set up for the Huntington Station father of four killed in a stabbing. Roque Cisneros, 58, was stabbed to death on Oakwood Road last week by a family friend following an altercation. Karina Trejos Cisneros, Roque's niece, has set up the GoFundMe which has already raised $28,000. If you would like to donate, click the link to access the fundraiser. (Huntington Patch)

Today in Huntington:

• Tour & Sketch in the Galleries with Protégé Art Studio - Heckscher Museum. (10 a.m.)
• Black History: Build-A-Boat Workshop - The Whaling Museum. (1 p.m.)
• The Paramount Comedy Series Presents Bored Teachers Comedy Tour. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Huntington Historical Society: "Thank you to Donna Waldenburg, Erika Burke, Susie and Grace for making the Winter-break camp so much fun for our campers!" (Huntington Historical Society via Facebook)
• The Townwide Fund of Huntington: St Hugh of Lincoln outreach was in desperate need of food for their pantry. The Townwide Fund came through to help them out and asks residents to donate if they are able. (The Townwide Fund Of Huntington via Facebook)
• The Junior Welfare League of Huntington, Inc.: Tickets for the Spring Luncheon are going fast. Head to the Welfare League's website to purchase your ticket now! (The Junior Welfare League of Huntington, Inc. via Facebook)
• South Huntington Public Library: The library is reminding everyone who participated in the Winter Reading Challenge to log their books. The challenge ends on Saturday. (South Huntington Public Library via Facebook)
• Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce: You are still encouraged to submit your artwork to be featured on a limited edition can label for Six Harbors Brewing. The focus of the artwork should be inspired by one of Long Island's Landmarks. More details are available in the link. (Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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— 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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