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Good News: N. Babylon High Raises $9K for Ride For Life

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

As a local news organization, Patch covers stories of all kinds, from heartbreaking tragedies to nitty-gritty breakdowns of government and school district issues. But some stories are simply inspiring, often showing that at the heart of our communities is a desire to do good. Here are some of the touching headlines from the past seven days.

Mascot Dock Will Re-Open Memorial Day Weekend

Those who have missed Mascot Dock since it was wrecked from Hurricane Sandy last Fall will be able to re-visit the Patchogue landmark this Memorial Day weekend.

Village trustee Joseph Keyes told Patch Tuesday in an email that Mascot Dock will be open for the holiday weekend, just not to its original capacity.

'Reptile Guy' in Running to be Wild Kingdom's Next Wild Guide

It's a jungle out there, especially when you're Erik Callender, known to many on Long Island as Erik the Reptile Guy.

Callender–who can be seen hanging around  Repxotica in West Islip chatting with the pet store owners about reptiles and picking up his next exotic animal–is currently a semifinalist in a Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom contest to be the show's next Wild Guide.

N. Babylon High Raises $9K for Ride For Life

For the ninth consecutive year, the students and staff at North Babylon High School set out to raise awareness and money to cure the powerful and fatal disease called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, commonly referred to as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease. 

Organized by the high school’s Leader Club and its adviser Patricia Szlosek, the high school hosted a breakfast and morning send-off for Chris Pendergast and his organization Ride for Life on May 15. 

State Approves Fishing Industry Grant

A new program approved by New York State could help coastal fishing businesses hit hard by Hurricane Sandy back on their feet with grants of up to $50,000 to cover losses.

The newly minted Coastal Fishing Industry Grant Program could help businesses, including those in Babylon Village, recover from any losses that occurred as a result of the October superstorm, whether they were fishing for fluke or digging for clams.

Lindy HS Students Donate to Town Animal Shelter

Lindenhurst High School life skills student collected food, treats, money and toys for the animals currently housed in the Town of Babylon Animal Shelter.

Chris Elton from the shelter came to thank the students personally. He brought his dog and spoke to students about the responsibilities of pet ownership. 


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