​ 'Banana Quest' Brings 'Pure Joy' In LI Community Hide 'N Seek: PM

Also: Measles confirmed / Enough fentanyl to kill 250K: DA / Brush fire in Medford / 2nd rabid raccoon found / Brush fires spark mitigation

'Banana Quest' Brings 'Pure Joy' On Day 4 Of Community Hide 'N Seek

"I love seeing the smiles and excitement everyone has to find Benny and the trust that we have put into each other." - Alicia Cusumano.

'Banana Quest' Kicks Off With Day 3 Of Community Hide 'N Seek

A stuffed Rasta banana is on day 3 of bringing the Long Island community together in a game of hide 'n seek gone viral on social media.

'Banana Quest' Takes LI By Storm With Community Hide 'N Seek

A giant stuffed banana is bringing the Long Island community together in a game of hide 'n seek that's going viral on Facebook and Snapchat.

Children Injured In School Bus Crash On Long Island: PD | Patch PM

Also: Dead birds / Gummies / Dead man ID'd / Trans sports ban challenge / Protecting nurses / Man abused grandchild: DA / Bus stop approach

Vehicle And Equipment Auction Coming Soon

An equipment and vehicle auction is coming to Long Island.

Skate With The Sheriff: SCSO Host's Family Ice Skating Day

Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon, Jr. has invited the public to a family-friendly ice skating day on Long Island.

Lindenhurst Seniors Crochet For A Cause

Lindenhurst seniors crocheted dozens of hats and blankets for those in need.

$50K Winning Powerball Ticket Sold On Long Island

The winning ticket was sold at a Long Island business.

'No Survivors': 23 Cats Recovered From Rubble Of Raging LI Fire

The search for 23 cats that disappeared after a raging fire destroyed a Long Island couple's home has been called off after 2 months.

'Lost Everything': LI Helps Couple, 23 Cats Displaced By Raging Fire

A GoFundMe has been organized to help a Copiague couple with 23 cats whose home was destroyed by a devastating fire last week.

'Unimaginable Tragedy': Fire Destroys LI Family's Home And Business

A GoFundMe has been organized to help a Lindenhurst family whose home and business was destroyed by a devastating fire on Wednesday.

Families In Need Can Get Free Turkeys And Hams On Thursday

Free turkeys and hams will be given out to families in need this Thursday in Wyandanch just in time for a holiday dinner.

Help Others This Winter By Donating To Lindenhurst's Tree Of Warmth

Lindenhurst's Tree Of Warmth is accepting new and like-new coats, gloves, mittens, scarves, and hats for those in need of all ages.

Lindenhurst High Student Honored For Academic And Athletic Excellence

Lindenhurst High School track star Jake Albert has been honored as a News 12 Scholar Athlete.

Light Up Lindy

Article Contributors: Patti Masel & Lori-Anne Herman

LI Man and His Dog Die After Getting Hit by Car: Police | Patch PM

Also: Suspect in Hamptons luxury resort killing dead: PD / School bus crash / Halloween night safety / Help after fire / Baby needs votes

Candidate Profile: Nick LaLota For NY's 1st Congressional District

"I always strive to cut through the noise and get to the heart of the matter."

'Brave Volunteers': Lindenhurst FD Hosts Hurricane Relief Send-Off

The fire department is hosting a gathering to show appreciation for those delivering supplies to Hurricane Helene victims today at 5 p.m.

Lindenhurst Fire Department Hosts Hurricane Helene Relief Drive

The Lindenhurst Fire Department is accepting donations to help Asheville, North Carolina residents who suffered Hurricane Helene damage.

Lindenhurst's VFW Post 7279 Reopens After 2019 Fire

The Lindenhurst community gathered to celebrate the grand reopening of Veterans of Foreign War Post 7279 after a fire destroyed it in 2019.

Lindenhurst To Host Annual 9/11 Candlelight Remembrance Service

Lindenhurst will host its 23rd Annual Candlelight Remembrance Service on Wednesday.

$1M Winning Lottery Ticket Sold On Long Island: Patch PM

Also: Knife found at school: PD / Man killed couple in "cold blood": DA / Bomb threat / Firefighter mourned / Irish dance, cat rescue studio

$1 Million Lottery Prize Claimed By Copiague Man

The winning ticket was sold at a business in Copiague, according to the New York Lottery.

Lindenhurst's Rainbow Senior Center Celebrates 50 Years Of Fun

Lindenhurst's Rainbow Senior Citizens Center celebrated its 50th birthday with an array of festivities.

Village Of Lindenhurst's Summer Camp Celebrates 75 Years

The Lindenhurst Village Camp is celebrating its 75th Anniversary this summer.

Lindenhurst Historical Society Unveils 1901 Restored LIRR Depot

The Lindenhurst Historical Society recently unveiled the 1901 Restored Long Island Rail Road Depot and Freight House Museum.

Girl Scouts Help Fight Food Insecurity In Lindenhurst

Girl Scout Troop 3823 installed a Little Food Pantry at the Rainbow Senior Citizens Community Center in Lindenhurst.

Lindenhurst Community Dedicates New Centennial Bell

The Lindenhurst community gathered in June to dedicate its Holland-made Centennial Bell in honor of the village's 100th birthday last year.

Student Orchestra Performs At Lindenhurst Farmers Market

The Lindenhurst High School Orchestra is performing at the Lindenhurst Farmers Market through the summer.

Good Samaritan Returns Laptop to SUNY Binghamton Student

Laptop returned just in time!

LI Nurse Sentenced After Forging COVID-19 Vaccine Cards: DA | Patch PM

Also: Gruesome 911 call: Skeletal remains found / Fatal hit-and-run: PD / Bewitched Beauty Bar / Jet Blue at MacArthur / Belly flop contest

New Farmers' Market Debuts In Lindenhurst, Officials Celebrate

"Opening day was great. The community welcomed the Lindenhurst Farmers' Market with open arms." - Darlene Perez Fantel, market organizer.

Meet The Charity: Pearl Heinlein Foundation Aims To Spread Love, Joy

The Heinlein family started the foundation in memory of their daughter, Pearl. They're currently constructing a playground in Bay Shore.

Lindenhurst Mayor Declares May 14 Apraxia Awareness Day

Lindenhurst Mayor Michael Lavorata declared May 14 Apraxia Awareness Day​.

$5 Million Winning Scratch-Off Sold On Long Island

Check your tickets!

Lindenhurst-Bayport Duo Splits Million-Dollar Lottery Prize

The winners hail from Lindenhurst and Bayport, according to the New York Lottery.

'A Heart As Big As This World': Firefighter Mourned On LI

Fireman Anthony Caliendo died at his Lindenhurst home on April 15.

Lindenhurst Mayor Names Day In Honor Of Local Eagle Scout

“I am so proud of Steven’s accomplishment of becoming an Eagle Scout." - Mayor Michael Lavorata.

Volunteering On Long Island: 'Just A Pure Joy'

Volunteer Appreciation Month: The generosity of donors and the camaraderie among volunteers "is wonderful."