Driver In Crash That Killed 'Organ Donor Hero,' 9, Was Drunk, High: DA

Travis Dickson, 28, is accused of speeding drunk and high when his BMW struck a Toyota carrying 9-year-old Angel Salas, DA says.

Medford Restaurants Open For Thanksgiving Day 2022

Ristegio's, Lombardi's on the Bay, and East Wind: NY Restaurants Open For Thanksgiving 2022

IHOP To Take Over Shuttered Ruby Tuesday's In Medford In 2023

Officials plan to open the famous pancake house sometime in the first quarter of 2023, a rep told Patch.

Driver Speeds Away From Cop, Crosses Yellow Lines In Medford: Police

His SUV is described as a black Hyundai with a Connecticut license plate containing the numbers 615 ZGU. Have you seen it?

Medford Man Sexually Abused Boys In Gordon Heights Park: Cops

The two boys were abused Oct. 7, and when he was at the park again on Wednesday, they told a family member who called 911, police say.

Medford Man Gets 3 1/2 Years In Hate Crimes Targeting Day Laborers

The DA says he “targeted vulnerable individuals who only wanted to work, and terrorized them with cruel and inhumane violence.”

Medford Boy Scout Honored For Work At Brookhaven Animal Shelther

Jason Foerster was recognized for his independent work to earn a "Citizenship in the Community" badge.

Meet The Candidates: Assemb. Joseph DeStefano Seeks 3rd Term

With Election Day around the corner, Patch is reaching out to the candidates to find out why they are running this November.

ICYMI: 'Only Medford Son Lost' Green Beret To Be Honored By VFW

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Keith Bishop died in a 2009 Afghanistan helicopter crash. Veterans will honor his sacrifice next week.

Green Beret 'Only Son Of Medford Lost' Honored With VFW Name Change

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Keith Bishop died in a 2009 Afghanistan helicopter crash. Veterans will honor his sacrifice next week.

Girl Scouts of Suffolk County Kicks-off Annual Mags & Munchies Program

Fall Financial Literacy Program Now Open in Support of the Girl Scouts

Know 2022 Pumpkin Prices In Medford Before Heading To The Patch

Finding the best fall pumpkin at a field in Medford could come at an increased cost this year.

GSSC's Annual Holiday Lightshow Expands with Enchanted Forest

Early-bird Tickets are Officially on Sale to Support the Girl Scouts of Suffolk County

Fire Breaks Out At Tractor Supply Company In Medford

WATCH VIDEO: It started just before 5 a.m. when the building was unoccupied, Suffolk police said.

Trapped Cats And Chickens Rescued From Shed Fire On Long Island

A chicken and some chicks died before the others were rescued after multiple sheds caught fire in the rear of a property just before noon.

Medford Medical Student Receives White Coat

Roenell Heerbrandt will attend the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Know 2022 Pumpkin Prices In Medford Before Heading To The Patch

Finding the best fall pumpkin at a field in Medford could come at an increased cost this year.

Long Island Expressway Crash Slows Traffic In Suffolk

A crash on the Long Island Expressway slowed traffic Wednesday morning in Suffolk.

Dare To Dream Organization Hosts Family Fun Day At Children’s Park

The event was held Sept. 10 in Medford.

1 Hurt In Box Truck Crash On Long Island Expressway In Medford

The driver suffered minor injuries, Medford Fire Department officials said.

Pick Of The Patch: Where To Find A Pumpkin Near Medford

Pumpkin season is almost here. Find out where to get the pick of the patch near Medford.

Long Island Expressway Crash Slows Traffic Near Medford

The crash happened around 10:30 a.m. Thursday near Patchogue-Port Jefferson Road, according to 511NY.

WATCH: Fire Breaks Out In Medford Early Sunday

The fire was contained to the attic and no one was injured, officials said.

Fire Breaks Out In Basement Of Medford Home

The fire was quickly contained, and is believed to be related to a lithium-ion battery, fire department officials said.

SCCBSA Celebrates Selection as Stop & Shop Community Bag Beneficiary

The Boy Scouts of America, Suffolk County Council Celebrates Selection as a Stop & Shop Community Bag Program Beneficiary

Duo Sought For Stealing $3,500 Worth Of Goods From Medford Lowe's: PD

They made off with aluminum cables and copper wiring before driving off in a black SUV on Aug. 6, cops say.

UPDATE: DWI Charge After Crash Injures Child On Long Island Expwy: PD

Three people were injured, including a nine-year-old boy, Suffolk cops say.

Man, 23, Shot In Medford On Friday Morning: Suffolk cops

He was shot twice - once in the leg, once in the buttocks, and was taken to Stony Brook Hospital for treatment of his injuries, cops say.

LI Man Who Kidnapped, Attacked Laborers Pleads Guilty To Hate Crimes

He lured three men with the promise of work, assaulted them and strangled at least one, Suffolk DA says.

Medford Neighbors Fear Noise Comes With Proposed Warehouse: Report

Zoning on the 390,000-square-foot building slated for the 30-acre property off the LIE has been approved, Newsday reported.

Councilman Loguercio Attends 'Axis Church In The Park' Service

The councilman honored Neil Marturiello for his 27 years of continued service as the Post Commander of the Medford VFW Post 2397.

Suffolk Federal Credit Union Announces Donation to Mondays at Racine

Suffolk Federal Credit Union donated to non-profit organization that provides free health & beauty services to cancer patients.

Suffolk Recruiting Firefighters & EMS At Yaphank

The five-hour event, coming this weekend, will feature various vehicle demonstrations and on-site resources, Executive Steve Bellone says.

Man Dies After Being Struck By 2 Cars On LIE

He was pronounced dead at the scene early Sunday.

Girl Scouts of Suffolk County Recognize 2022 Gold Award Recipients

Girl Scouts Come Together to Celebrate Honorees at First In-Person Ceremony since 2019

Couple Arrested After Robbing LI Gas Station At Gunpoint: Patch PM

Also: ​Community leaders react to LI mosque attack / 12,000 bees found in home / Motorcyclist killed in crash / Listeria linked to ice cream

Farmingville Nonprofit Wins $25,000 To Create Playground For Disabled

State Farm presented the check at the Brookhaven Amphitheater.

Explosive Device 'Meant To Hurt People' Found Near School: Patch PM

Also: Young woman who fought to be Eagle Scout sees dream realized / Mother launches search for kidney donor to help 20-year-old son

Guilty Plea For Man Who Led Police On Chase, Killing Teen In Crash

Robert Hengeveld pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicular homicide; admitted to driving a stolen truck high on crack cocaine, killing a teen.

Thunderstorms Rock Long Island: Crashes, Power Outages Reported

BREAKING: The roads are a mess as powerful storms are leading to crashes and flooding. Send photos of storm damage to ryan@patch.com