"There is still substantial work to be done, and we call upon all community members to continue their support and engagement."
All a 14-year-old Greenport boy ever wanted was a puppy of his own — and now his beloved dog is back home safe.
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"She is a real love with the cutest smile."
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It's the 8th annual Dog Diving weekend at the Greenport Harbor Brewery.
The event takes place from noon to 3 p.m. at the Greenport Skate Park on Moores Lane.
Both were awarded the Laura Goodale Award, in honor of a nurse who dedicated 39 years of caring service to the hospital.
The blissful couple won Peconic Landing’s 12th Annual Veterans Day Wedding Giveback at Brecknock Hall.
"This dog deserves someone very special who needs a best friend."
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"Liza is leaving the country immediately to bring back her daughter who is alone in Israel, with no family."
"Please don't make him wait any longer." Drumstick, a gentle, sweet, 79-lb. lapdog, has been in the shelter since January.
As osprey numbers continue to soar, Group for the East End has shifted focus to hazard and conflict mitigation to protect them from danger.
"He had been in the shelter for too long. Now he has a huge yard and other doggy friends."
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"Greenport firefighters, EMTs and paramedics have never been busier responding to 911 calls."
On the saddest of days, one North Fork family found themselves searching desperately for their lost cat.
"Unfortunately, his mom had to move and could not to take him along. We need to get this young boy a home."
"We're super thankful to be able to find homes for some of the longer-stay dogs by having them posted on Patch!"
Residents reported flickering and loss of power on homes and roadways, PSEG says.
Greenport's cherry blossom festival this year includes Japanese drummers and traditional dance.
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"He is a sweet young guy who doesn’t deserve to grow up in a kennel!"
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"I could feel the heat through my windows and hear the fire." — Tom Maher saw his neighbor's home gutted; firefighters saved the Maher home.
The theme of the annual contest, which honors a Shelter Island poet, was "Hope and Grace".
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It's almost time for the Great American Eclipse of 2024. But when should you put on eclipse glasses and look up at the darkening sky?
The most significant was felt late Friday afternoon, the U.S. Geological Survey says.
Do you have your eclipse glasses ready?
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"We are all thrilled that that sweet boy was finally adopted!" Reed's new family saw a story about his plight on Patch and rescued him.
"This sudden diagnosis has put her family into a tailspin."
Reed's new family read his story on Patch and said, "That is our dog," a thrilled Gabby Stroup, from the League, says.
Donations, from diapers to baby food, toys, gift cards and more are being collected to help the wife and baby of a LI NYPD officer killed.
"He is truly a gentle giant."
The event, which also includes free carousel rides and a magic show, is fun for all.
Have you gotten your tickets?
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