Ideas for Hiding that Pesky Elf on the Shelf

Patch readers shared a few creative solutions.

Video, Photos Capture Hometown Hero's Return To Riverhead

A crowd turned out Wednesday night in Riverhead to welcome back U.S. Air Force Reserves Tech Staff Sgt. Frederick Ligon, of the 106th Rescue Wing, Air National Guard in Westhampton Beach.

Student Government to Hold Polar Bear Plunge

The event will be held on Saturday at 11:00 a.m.

Community Welcomes Hero Home From Afghanistan for the Holidays

A crowd of joyful family and friends turned out to celebrate Sgt. Fred Ligon's homecoming.

The Week's Best Good News: A Winning Wedding, 26 Days of Kindness and More

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

5 Places to Donate Food in Westhampton-Hampton Bays

Find a round-up of local places that are collecting food for the needy this winter.

Good News: Orphans Get Good Homes; Food, Toy Drives Score Big

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from around Suffolk County.

Public Water Comes to Areas of Quogue, Eastport

Suffolk County Water Authority adds 10,000 feet of pipe from Eastport to Springs as part of eight main extension projects.

Hampton Bays Mom Keeps Son's Memory Alive Through Annual Toy Drive

Toys are being collected locally at GiGi's kids and Essential Chiropractic.

Hampton Bays Stop & Shop Fights Hunger

The grocery store has teamed up with Island Harvest Food Bank in this year's Turkey and Trimmings Collection Campaign.

Billy Joel to Play Madison Square Garden

The Piano Man will play MSG on Jan. 27.

Southampton Kiwanis Donates Food Baskets to Those in Need

The club packed and donated 350 food baskets.

Life-Saving Defibrillators Donated To Southampton Town Police

Six AEDs will be installed in patrol cars; one machine to be housed at headquarters.

Shop and Help the Animal Shelter With New App

A kick-off event was held at the Page Restaurant in Sag Harbor.

Good News: Chefs, Custodians and Billy Crystal Among LI Heroes This Week

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from across Long Island.

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

White Stuff Excites as Long Islanders Share Snow Pics Online

Autumn snowfall inspires on social media.

Here's How to Help to Connect Families in Wake of Typhoon Haiyan

America Red Cross is helping to find information on missing loved ones.

Good News: For Local Couple, Wedding Was a Numbers Game

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from around Suffolk County.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Starbucks to Hire 10,000 Veterans

Jobs rang from behind the counter to behind the scenes.

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Good News: Fundraisers Span the Region

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from around Suffolk County.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

Good News: Safe Village Scores High; Autistic Teen Walks 90 Miles

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from around Suffolk County.

The Most Popular Boys' Names in New York

Michael was the top boys’ name in the Empire State in 2012.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

The Retreat's Holiday Giving Programs Need Donors

Supporters can help ensure a bright Thanksgiving and holiday season for victims of domestic violence.

A Long Islander's Message on Stranger Safety Awareness Week

The Rose Brucia Educational Foundation offers a free program designed to keep elementary-aged children safe.

Good News: Nurses Rally for Sick Boy; Districts Honored

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from around Suffolk County.

Good News: Two Saved in Dramatic Rescue From Empty Island

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from around Suffolk County.

Good News: Hero Firefighter Runs Tunnel to Towers on New Lungs

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from around Suffolk County.

Good News: Teen Brings Trees to Disaster Zones; Kindergartener Saves Mom

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from around Suffolk County.

Good News: Electricity Returns to Tesla's Lab

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from around Suffolk County.

Good News: Winemaker Says 'I Do;' High School Honors Vets

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from around Suffolk County.

What's On The Blogs?

For starters, area photographers join our open blog "Snapshots!" See what else went on in the blogosphere.

Good News: One of the Cutest Marriage Proposals Ever Caught on Video

Some stories put a smile on your face. Here's our wrap-up from around Suffolk County.

What's On The Blogs?

A look at some of this week's opinions and advice in the blogosphere.