Where To Pick Pumpkins In Southampton This Fall

The Southampton area offers a plethora of pumpkin-picking opportunities this fall.

Dog Gets Loaded Onto Bus By Mistake On Long Island, Search Ensues: PD

The small dog had a big adventure in the Hamptons on Sunday afternoon, police say..

Terrifying 'Kidnap/Ransom' Scam Reported On LI: PD | Patch PM

Also: Funeral for beloved teen / Adventureland helps / West Nile spike / Pediatric cancer research plea / Tex's / Knifepoint kidnapping: PD

Terrifying 'Kidnap/Ransom' Scam Reported In Hamptons: PD

"The caller may allege your daughter has been kidnapped — and you hear a female screaming in the background." Police offer safety tips.

Help Needed To Lay LI Civil Rights Warrior, 'A Force', To Rest

Funeral arrangements have been announced for Lucius Ware, but his family still needs help with funeral expenses. See how to donate here.

LI Man Busted After Showing Fake Police ID, Impersonating Officer: PD

The Mastic Beach man was arrested in Southampton, police say.

World's Oldest Female Comedian, 90, Performs On LI: 'It Feels Great'

"When I get on stage, they are totally surprised by my schtick and are totally entertained by this old lady. It gives me happiness."

Driver Passing Vehicles Unsafely Caught With Cocaine: Police

He was also driving with a revoked license, police say.

Cyanobacteria Blooms Found In Water Mill Creek: Health Department

The blue-green algae was found in Mill Creek in Water Mill, the Suffolk County Department of Health says.

Rollover Crash On County Road 39 Slows Traffic Wednesday: FD

Injuries were minor, fire officials say.

1 LI University Among Top 100 In Nation, U.S. Says In New Ranking

See where Long Island colleges and universities ranked on the new national and regional lists.

Flanders Deli Robbed; Police Seeking Information

Police are asking for the public's help to identify whoever robbed the deli.

Last Full-Sized Kmart In US, Located In Hamptons, To Close Next Month

Attention Kmart shoppers: It's the end of an era.

No 'Deluge', Despite Soggy Skies On LI This Week: NWS

Long Islanders can expect rain and some possible coastal flooding, but the impacts will be minimal, the NWS says.

Doc's Child Porn Charges: DA | Bomb Threat | Lead Levels | Dog's Woes

Also: Justin Timberlake pleads guilty to DWAI / Unreported $16M in sales: DA / Crash into police car: PD / Childhood cancer awareness / EMS

HarborFest Unfolds In Sag Harbor This Weekend

See the full HarborFest schedule here.

'A Mistake I Made': Justin Timberlake Shows Remorse At Court: Patch PM

Also: Man kills son-in-law: DA / Bridge renamed for police officer / Teen rollerblader critically hurt: PD / High school threat / Just Salad

Justin Timberlake Pleads Guilty To DWAI, Gets Community Service, PSA

Justin Timberlake showed remorse at court. "This is a mistake I made. If you have even 1 drink, don't get behind the wheel of a car."

Southampton Fire Department Holds Heartfelt 9/11 Memorial Service

"We will never forget." See video here.

Justin Timberlake Could Take Plea Deal After Sag Harbor DWI Arrest: DA

The pop star is expected to attend his Sag Harbor court appearance in person Friday, officials say.

Man Indicted After Firing Shots Into A Hampton Bays Home: DA

He fired the shots into the home of a man he'd been engaged in a dispute with, the DA says.

Search Continues For Man Missing From Sag Harbor Since August 22: PD

Another week has passed with no word at all, police say.

Long Island Civil Rights Warrior Needs Help To Come Home In Final Days

"My dad is in pain and needs to come home for his final days." — Leisha Ware, daughter of former LI NAACP chapter president Lucius Ware.

Teacher Spotlight: Southampton's 'Patient, Kind' Beth Distefano

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Man Strikes Female Pedestrian, Flees Scene In Flanders: Police

He was arrested Sunday night, police say.

Rare Lobster Save | Hitman | 'Massive' Drug Bust | Impaled By Broom

Also: 'Horrific' murder-suicide: PD / Guilty pleas after sisters die in fire: DA / Mold / Archive saved post-storm / Decapitated whale tale

Desperate Search Continues For Man Missing From Sag Harbor: Police

Police have released a photo of the vehicle he was driving and ask residents to look around the neighborhood to hopefully find it parked.

78th Annual Shinnecock Powwow Unfolds Labor Day Weekend

Attendees will have the opportunity to witness the rich cultural heritage of the Shinnecock Nation and other Native American tribes.

SUV Stolen From Driveway In Southampton: Police

Have you seen this vehicle?

Rare, 1-In-30 Million Orange Lobster Rescued From LI Supermarket: PM

Also: History saved post-flood / Fire death / Woman hits man with Mercedes: PD / $20K watch heist: PD / Illegal guns: PD / Mask ban / Hotel

Search On For Man Missing From Sag Harbor: Police

He hasn't been seen since August 22, police say.

Rare, 1-In-30 Million Orange Lobster Rescued From Hamptons Supermarket

The rare lobster was rescued from the supermarket this week and set free in the Hamptons.

Zumba with Top Hamptons Fitness Dancer at Beach Fitness

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Labor Day Weekend Could Be Off To Soggy Start: NWS

Shower and thunderstorms are expected across Long Island Saturday but, the NWS says, the weekend "certainly is not a washout."

After 2 Sisters Die In Fire, Hamptons Rental Owners Plead Guilty: DA

The couple were charged with 29 code violations after the fire that killed two daughters vacationing in the Hamptons with their family: DA

83 Young Equestrians Launch Hampton Classic Horse Show

The 49th annual Hampton Classic Horse Show embarked on a week of world-class equestrian competition Sunday.

Man Charged With DWI After Water Mill Crash: PD

He hit a guard rail, police say.

Man Stole $8K Worth Of Ink Cartridges From Bridgehampton Staples: PD

He stole the ink cartridges and now, police are asking for the public's help to find him.

Southampton Emerges Relatively Unscathed From Storm: 'We Held Up Okay'

Potential future erosion, however, remains an issue on Southampton Town beaches and federal help is needed, officials told Patch.

Southampton Town Celebrates Smokey Bear's 80th Birthday

New wildfire prevention placards have been placed at trailheads throughout Southampton Town. See how to take a selfie and help the effort.