Here are the latest local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Lindenhurst and its surrounding areas.
Prosecutors created a hotline in order to address the increase in racist incidents against Asian Americans amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Two staff members at the local school tested positive for the virus on Monday.
Gov. Cuomo stated that the number of cases have surpassed 10,000 in New York as state officials are working to increase hospital capacity.
In a letter to the community, Mayor Lavorata stated that as a precautionary measure, village officials have declared a state of emergency.
The two police officers in the unmarked police car were hospitalized after the crash Tuesday morning.
Read Suffolk County Sheriff's letter to the community in response to the coronavirus outbreak on Long Island.
Check out this story reported last week on Lindenhurst Patch.
There have been no reported cases in the Town of Babylon, but officials have begun taking preventative measures.
Funding will be used to purchase medical equipment and supplies as well as hire and train additional health care workers.
Daryl Rollins was just completing his first year as head chief when he passed away at 42-years-old last year.
"Come enjoy a complete pancake breakfast as well as the many specialties showcased by our local merchants!"
The driver who was surrounded and nearly ran off the road by a group of dirt bike riders recalls the incident that occurred Sunday night.
Officials recently joined together for the town's 32nd annual Black History Month Celebration.
A meeting to discuss the new ordinance will take place Thursday. What do you think? Is Lindenhurst too noisy?
The Long Island student received an extra special Valentine's Day gift this year. Watch a video of the surprise visit in the article below.
The 6-year-old, who was diagnosed with leukemia over three years ago, got a special visit to help cheer him up while he undergoes treatment.
The officer helped the family escape from a blaze that broke out at their home on New Year's Eve.
In six years Amanda Munz has grown her non-profit, The Fashion Foundation, to sell thousands of items and help even more children in need.
Check out this story reported earlier this week on Lindenhurst Patch.
The Village of Lindenhurst has contracted Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. to develop its Downtown Master Plan.
The public meeting will be held to present draft recommendations on transportation, parking, land use and economic development.
"We don't have anything, I just can't believe it," the local resident told Patch. A fundraiser was created to help the family rebuild.
United States Coast Guard Flotilla 0104 Takes the lead to keep Lindy Residents in compliance with the new January 2020 Safety Laws
2020 1st Pct Explorer's Award Ceremony
The women are looking to raise money for the family of a local man who died unexpectedly on Christmas Eve.
Lindenhurst is no stranger to flooding. Recent video on the Neighbors app shows it's an ongoing problem.
Lindenhurst will be hosting its first public hearing of the year on Tuesday night. The topic of discussion will be the new proposed budget.
The crash occurred on Friday night. No arrests have been made.
The family lost everything in the devastating fire, which resulted in the death of their dog, on New Year's Eve. Find out how you can help.
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