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🌱 REI Store Coming To Huntington + Threat Made Whitman High School

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Hello, neighbors! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Huntington Daily. Let's get this Thursday started off right with a quick guide to the most important things going on around town, including updates on:

  • Outdoor apparel and goods store REI coming to Huntington next summer.
  • Social media threat made against Walt Whitman High School.
  • Check out our Northport adoptable pets of the week: Buffy and Chad.

But first, today's weather:

Sunny and breezy. High: 59 low: 41.

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Here are the top four stories today in Huntington:

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  1. Outdoor apparel and goods store REI coming to Huntington next summer. The store will be in the Huntington Shopping Center at 350 Walt Whitman Rd. REI offers apparel, gear and expertise for camping, cycling, running, fitness, hiking, paddling, climbing, snowsports and more. "We've long been interested in better serving the Long Island outdoor community and in complement to our existing Tri-State stores," said Sean Sampson, REI regional director, via news release. (Huntington Patch)
  2. Social media threat made against Walt Whitman High School. Police went to the school on Wednesday after the threat was made on Tuesday night. Police told Patch the threat is still being investigated and the district said there was no credible threat. (Patch)
  3. Police looking for man who stole $1,500 in goods from Home Depot in Commack. On Sept. 13, the man stole a cultivator, wheelbarrow and roofing shingles around 4 p.m. He is wanted for grand larceny and police are asking anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-221-TIPS. (Patch)
  4. Check out our Northport adoptable pets of the week: Buffy and Chad. The duo was found struggling to survive behind a dumpster in Northport and need a forever home! Click the link to learn more about Buffy and Chad. (Patch)

Today in Huntington:

  • Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Vitra Aesthetics Clinic. (5 p.m.)
  • Partners and Spouses of Addicted Individuals Support Group - Mountainside Treatment Center. (6:30 p.m.)
  • Recovery Share Night - Remote Addiction Recovery Support Group - Mountainside Treatment Center. (6:30 p.m.)
  • The Paramount Comedy Series Presents: Nurse Blake "The PTO Comedy Tour" (7:30 p.m.)
  • Nurse Blake "The PTO Comedy Tour" (10 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • Tri Community & Youth Agency (Tri CYA): Tri CYA hosts Homework Help Monday through Thursday. They help with everything from algebra to alphabet sounds for a variety of age groups! (Tri Community & Youth Agency (Tri CYA) via Facebook)
  • Huntington Union Free School District: For the first time in a long time, the year-to-date tax rate for 2022/23 is being reduced in the Huntington UFSD. Huntington School Board members set the tax levy during their public meeting on Monday. (Huntington Union Free School District via Facebook)
  • Town of Huntington: The Engel Burman public hearing was cancelled Wednesday. The applicant withdrew their application for a proposed zoning change in Greenlawn. (Town of Huntington via Facebook)
  • The Townwide Fund Of Huntington: In a time of apple picking, pumpkins, and more, remember neighbors who are struggling. You can donate to The Townwide Fund and they will make sure your donation goes to those in need in Huntington. (The Townwide Fund Of Huntington via Facebook)
  • South Huntington Public Library: Serving your country and being a veteran brings something to unique to a job interview. If you are a veteran and need help with getting a job, you can connect with a VetNow interview coach through the library. Click the link for more information. (South Huntington Public Library via Facebook)
  • Huntington Public Library: The library will be showing Jurassic Park Dominion on Friday. The show starts at 6:30 p.m. in the Main Auditorium. (Huntington Public Library via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. See you all tomorrow morning 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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