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Click here to download the iPhone app It was the missing inspection sticker that caught the police officer’s attention — but it was the dozens and dozens of license suspensions that landed the driver in handcuffs Suffolk County Police said a Second Precinct cop pulled over a 2010 Toyota on Maplewood Road near White Pine Court in Huntington Station on Tuesday after noticing the car didn’t have a valid inspection sticker was found to have 74 license suspensions on 12 separate dates Ochoa was arrested and charged with first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle He was released on a desk appearance ticket and is scheduled to be arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip at a later date Tap here to see what’s happening The Texas toast grilled cheese melt with bacon at the new Street to Table in Huntington Street to Table’s mac and cheese is an Island classic which pays tribute to globally inspired snacks and street foods has expanded to Huntington Station joining Paris Baguette and Häagen-Dazs in the new Whole Foods shopping center both Street to Table locations offer a playful slate of sandwiches and cocktails served in juice pouches against the backdrop of a graffiti-themed vibe Start with Dorito or Flamin’ Cheetos fried mozzarella triangles (deceptively delicious crispy chicken fingers (made from thigh meat) tostada bowls or a Texas toast grilled cheese with tomato and bacon ($17.99) that can be transformed into a patty melt with the addition of a 6-ounce burger There’s a spicy Nashville hot chicken ($19.99) and a chicken and waffle sandwich ($21.99) burgers like "the surf and turf” feature creamy lobster atop a beef patty ($27.99) plus a Philly cheesesteak ($21.99) and a BBQ pulled pork sandwich ($19.99) Tacos are three to an order and range from Thai chili shrimp to birria ($22.99) salads from street taco ($17.99) to arugula and apple ($18.99) About that mac and cheese: The award-winning pulled pork mac and cheese ($25.99) won top billing at New York’s first Mac & Cheese Festival in 2022 but the must-eat versions are the decadent mac balls and topped with house-made jalapeño Cheddar cheese sauce ($14.99) When East Meadow native and owner Tejan Arora opened in Merrick but we outgrew it — and wanted to share our food with the rest of Long Island.” He calls the expansion to Huntington Station a “logical next step,” and credits the “renovation of the area and being close to all these great towns like Melville By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy “We’re going to have a few healthier options here because we now have the kitchen to do it,” Arora said and an easy meeting spot for drinks with friends 2,800-square-foot space is much larger than its South Shore sibling video games and black metal tables and chairs From a large L-shaped bar those aforementioned margarita and mojito pouches get filled (and refilled) blue whiskey lemonades and peach fuzz mimosas are on offer Street to Table, 350 Walt Whitman Rd., Huntington Station, More info: 934-227-1717, streettotableny.com; 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Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. 2025 at 9:53 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Walter Castillo Ochoa was arrested Tuesday in connection with driving with 74 license suspensions NY — A man who was driving with 74 license suspensions on 12 dates was arrested Tuesday in Huntington Station was seen operating a 2010 Toyota without a valid inspection sticker at 5:13p.m and it was determined that Castillo Ochoa had 74 suspensions on 12 dates Castillo Ochoa was charged with first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle He was released on a desk appearance ticket and is scheduled to be arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip on a later date It is the second restaurant for husband and wife Tejan and Jas Arora who opened their first Street to Table in Merrick in 2019 (Street to Table)A chicken and waffle sandwich at Street to Table (Credit: @streettotable)HUNTINGTON STATION NY — Street to Table recently opened in Huntington Station marking the second location for husband and wife Tejan and Jas Arora The two founded their first Street to Table in Merrick in 2019 before deciding to expand to Huntington Station The new restaurant is at 350 Walt Whitman Rd #26 "Huntington Station is going through a major transformation right now," Tejan Arora told Patch we saw an opportunity to be part of something exciting and it allows us to reach people who’ve always wanted to try Street to Table but found Merrick a bit too far It felt like the right place at the right time." The Aroras have always shared a "deep passion" for exploring bold diverse flavors from street food and diners to roadside dives and hidden local gems around the world night market and street fair they could find around the city "Those experiences opened our eyes to the incredible creativity and comfort that street food brings to the table," Tejan said "That’s where the idea for Street to Table started." global flavors and excitement of discovering new cuisine and melded it into a "fresh The menu is a "creative fusion of authentic street food traditions and modern culinary craftsmanship seasonal ingredients prepared with care and a bit of playfulness," Tejan said Each dish is meant to capture the essence of the vendors food trucks and market stalls the Aroras fell in love with The result? The Street to Table menu features starters like fried mozzarella triangles crusted with Doritos or Flamin' Hot Cheetos; and Mexican street corn Entrees like the restaurant's award winning pulled pork mac and cheese; and a tostada burrito bowl Sandwiches like Flamin' Hot Cheetos fried chicken; a macaroni and cheese-topped burger; a fried chicken and waffle sandwich; various tacos; and more Tejan shared some of the most popular dishes served at Street to Table: The ramen stir fry "channels the bustle and energy of Asian street markets." The tandoori wings capture the essence of North Indian street food where tandoori-style dishes have been served from roadside dhabas and open-air grills for generations The wings are marinated in a handcrafted blend of yogurt and fragrant spices then finished with red onions and fresh cilantro each bite delivers a hit of flavor that reflects the rich culinary traditions of India with a street food soul," Tejan said The Narragansett beer-battered fried chicken is one of the restaurant's most-sold items "It brings together satisfying flavors inspired by classic American roadside diners beer battered using Narragansett beer (lager) which adds a subtle malt sweetness and an airy crispness that pairs beautifully with our custom spice blend It’s topped with smoky chipotle aioli and house made pickles a fudge brownie sundae; and s'mores churros A key part of the expansion has been Dan Rubino "Dan has been an integral part of the team helping build the foundation for growth while maintaining the high standards and unique culture that define the brand," Tejan said "Dan’s leadership and passion for hospitality have been crucial to making this next chapter possible." "It’s our subtle tribute to NYC’s iconic streets and the electric spirit that lives in them," he said we believe great food is meant to be shared in a lively That’s what Street to Table is all about: bold flavors and creating a place where people can gather Whether you’re stopping in for a quick bite we’re here to bring the world’s streets to your table." and giving people a place they genuinely enjoy coming back to," Tejan said "Every dish is crafted with intention and we’re proud to be a place where quality and comfort go hand in hand." The Aroras are excited to be part of Huntington Station's growth and to welcome new guests into Street to Table "This journey started with a love for food and a dream to do something different," he said has spent her retired life educating herself on how best to give back to the food-insecure population has volunteered at the Long Island Cares Huntington Station pantry on Wednesday afternoons for the past three years The green-thumbed educator also works in the food bank's Vet Garden where she and a team plant a variety of vegetables Those crops are then harvested and brought to the food pantry When Obey was still teaching at Park Avenue Elementary in North Merrick The school would harvest vegetables and donate beans lettuce and potatoes to the Huntington Station Food Pantry I see how much fresh produce is appreciated by the clients," Obey told Patch "As people are planting their home gardens they can think about growing an extra row (or two) to share." Obey's gardening for Long Island Cares runs from April through November Long Island Cares anticipates the launch of a new home gardening program for Huntington Station clients Obey will volunteer as assistant to Dali Boczek director of satellite services at Long Island Cares and a master gardener herself Obey said she is "really excited" to be part of Boczek's Home Gardening project "We will be showing clients how to plant various vegetable seeds," Obey said "The pots will stay in the pantry in the grow lab until the weather is warm enough for them to be transplanted at the clients’ homes in the ground or in larger containers Not only will clients havec hoices as to what they want to plant but through this experience they will discover the magic and ease of growing their own food "I was aware of the significant work LI Cares does combating food insecurity learned about volunteer opportunities," Obey said When Obey's friend moved upstate and could no longer volunteer at the Huntington Station food pantry Obey herself was retiring from teaching that year and could devote time to volunteerism "Each week I look forward to meeting and interacting with the clients," Obey said "Since I have been volunteering for the past three years I have come to know some of their food preferences and we sometimes chat about recipe ideas or their beloved pets." Obey took it upon herself to learn Spanish last year "I wanted to improve my communication with clients making their shopping experience at the pantry as welcoming comfortable and positive as possible," she said Obey said the number of individuals who are food-insecure on Long Island is "staggering." "Rather than simply feeling bad about this troubling situation means I can do something concrete," she said "I am able to make a positive difference in people’s lives each week No one should have to worry where their next meal comes from I am deeply concerned about cuts that are being made to USDA’s food assistance programs which directly support food pantries like ours Combating food insecurity takes individuals Long Island Cares spokesman Pete Crescenti said Obey is an "extremely compassionate volunteer who brings a smile to anyone she is assisting." she goes shopping with money her and a friend save and buy $200 worth of food for the pantry," Crescenti said a gourmet food brand known for its premium products and artisanal gift baskets The boutique storefront is located at 37 W The shop will bring Harry & David products to Long Island offering customers a "one-of-a-kind in-person shopping experience and last-minute gifting options." renowned for its buttercream frosted cookies This marks the first time Cheryl’s will have a retail store presence in the East Coast region The store will host a variety of special events throughout the year and interactive experiences designed to delight food lovers of all ages The Harry & David store is designed to provide a warm and inviting shopping environment where customers can explore and select from a wide range of premium gourmet products and build community "We are thrilled to open a community store on the east coast and especially on Long Island," Jim McCann "This store embodies the legacy and spirit of our brand allowing us to foster connections with our customers in a more personal and meaningful way creating shared experiences that bring the community together." The Huntington location will feature a curated selection of Harry & David and Cheryl’s Cookies signature items 2025 at 11:22 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Barnes & Noble is set to open in Huntington Station on March 26 Pictured above is the store's Massapequa Park location NY — Barnes & Noble is set to open in Huntington Station on March 26 The new Barnes & Noble is located at 301 Walt Whitman Road across from the Huntington Shopping Center in the space formerly occupied by Johnson Fitness & Wellness The new Barnes & Noble is set to open at 9 a.m with bestselling author Tessa Bailey cutting the ribbon and signing copies of her books including the "Bellinger Sisters" series and her latest release The bookstore will feature the new design seen in the franchise's most recent openings The bookstore will also house an updated B&N Café "While we were saddened to leave East Northport we could not be happier with the space we have found in Huntington," said James Daunt "Here we bring the community a completely updated Barnes & Noble and do so right next to the birthplace of one of the greatest American poets." Barnes & Noble is enjoying a period of "tremendous growth" as the strategy to hand control of each bookstore to its local booksellers has proven "so successful," according to the company The bookseller is experiencing strong sales in its existing stores and has been opening "many new stores after more than 15 years of declining store numbers," the company stated Barnes & Noble opened more new bookstores in a single year than it had in the whole decade from 2009 to 2019 Barnes & Noble of Huntington Station was initially set to open on Feb 26 before the grand opening was delayed a month The bookseller expects to open more than 60 new bookstores in 2025 The Huntington location is one of four new Barnes & Noble bookstores set to open in March Each grand opening has drawn "enthusiastic crowds that wrap around the building," filling the store as the ribbon is cut "We are so excited to bring Barnes and Noble back to the community of Huntington and surrounding areas," said Store Manager Kyle Goehle Barnes & Noble Bookseller of five years "I can’t wait for all the new memories our customers will make with our brand-new bookstore and café!" Customers can discover more about upcoming events and news by following @bnnyhuntington on social media The new grand opening date is expected for early April Bestselling author Tessa Bailey was set to cut the ribbon and sign copies of her books "Dream Girl Drama," at the March 26 opening date 2025 at 4:35 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}A man was arrested when a search warrant was executed at Joe Joe Convenience Store in Huntington Station on Wednesday (Suffolk County Police Department)HUNTINGTON STATION NY — A man was arrested Wednesday in connection with selling cannabis products at a Huntington Station store with the New York State Office of Cannabis Management Enforcement Unit executed a search warrant at Joe Joe Convenience Store was charged with unlawful sale of cannabis; sale of cannabis without a license and second-degree criminally using drug paraphernalia The business was issued violations and was closed by the New York State Office of Cannabis Management Enforcement Unit The Town of Huntington was notified and is investigating Fofana was issued a desk appearance ticket and is scheduled to be arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip on a later date 111 Depot Road Huntington Station / Courtesy of Schuckman Realty Huntington Station retail property fetches $4.05M  New food tenants coming to Huntington Station center an established interior-design store and studio in Huntington Station recently nailed down its own major renovation antiques and vintage homeware vendors renting retail space in the three-level building — collectively called The Shops at Suite Pieces — are  all grouped downstairs "Now it’s a curated mini-mall," says Amanda Peppard who has run Suite Pieces since 2012 and leased space to other retailers for 11 years "Today the shops are all in one cohesive marketplace." Customers can shop individual booths at The Shops at Suite Pieces spotlights the inviting space as a shopping destination where diverse business owners — many of them women — tap their entrepreneurial and creative sides a few sellers shared space on the first floor with Suite Pieces The upstairs level houses offices and leased artists’ studios There was room for improvement in the layout for both buyers and sellers "There was a disconnect on the main floor," says Michelle Lotierzo Get ready for the weekend with our picks on where to shop "It was confusing for the customers," Lotierzo continues "For Suite Pieces to tell their full story they really needed the entire main floor so it made more sense to divide and relocate the other stores." located above The Shops inside her Huntington Station store which allow multiple business owners the opportunity to rent out space within a single beauty hub opened Our Own Projects at Suite Pieces in September 2020 Having to be there two days a month instead of daily is a big plus "It gives you a lot more freedom than you’d have as an individual," she says The Shops feature everything from furniture and home accessories to reimagined vintage treasures and jewelry Prices for items can range from under $20 to over $400 People love that too," says Elena Murphy a science teacher at Mineola Middle School who enjoys using her creative side at her two stores 4-month-old Hearth and 4-year-old Lost & Found Murphy comanages The Shops with Lotierzo and Jason Guanlao They initiated the shift to unify sellers as a way to boost business by "making it a more vibrant community of vendors," says Murphy each store showcases the owner’s individual interests "I started Swoon because I had a house filled with antiques and items from travels," says Lotierzo who describes the vibe in her shop as "cool It’s basically an expression of my home lifestyle I’m not bringing in anything that I wouldn’t want to have in my own home." The majority of businesses found inside The Shops are owned by women director of production at Telfar in Queens has worked three decades in the fashion industry she launched The New York Cottage Industry for upcycled treasures in a snug space she personalized with bold blue and floral wallpaper "It’s a collective of very talented people," she says "Everyone’s shop is curated in such an individual way The Shops at Suite Pieces at 1038 New York Ave., Huntington Station, 631-560-9759; suitepieces.com One of the parking garages at the Huntington Metro Station is off limits for the foreseeable future Metro closed the station’s north garage (2701 Huntington Avenue) at 1 a.m 22) for emergency structural repairs to address the fire suppression system and other rehabilitation work the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced last Friday (Feb which required all vehicles in the garage to be moved “The repairs are expected to continue for the next several months with a completion date to be determined,” WMATA said “Customers are encouraged to utilize the Middle Parking Garage at Huntington Station during the construction period.” WMATA is advising riders to avoid the construction zone Signs have also been posted to direct drivers to other available parking sites Any vehicles parked in the construction zone could be towed Any drivers whose vehicle gets towed should call Metro Transit Police at 202-962-2121 Metro also warned that there may be “loud noises” and detours for drivers and pedestrians during construction The Huntington Metro Station is also among more than a dozen stations slated for elevator upgrades in the coming years the elevator modernization project started on Feb 10 with work at the Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter Station in D.C Metro said it will update 27 elevators across 17 stations over the next four years though Huntington is the only affected location in Fairfax County “This project will improve elevator reliability by replacing and upgrading all major components Each project is expected to take two-and-a-half months to three-and-a-half months to finish and will require the elevators under construction to be out of service during that time Free shuttle service to nearby stations will be provided for passengers who have accessibility needs According to its project webpage WMATA last modernized its elevators with a project that started in 2014 and finished in 2023 — almost one year ahead of schedule The system has over 350 elevators that all get monthly and annual maintenance The transit agency is also in the process of replacing escalators at several stations including in Vienna and Franconia-Springfield Started last summer, the escalator replacement at the Vienna Metro Station is expected to wrap up this May, while the Franconia-Springfield project started in October and could finish in July Harry & David opens in Huntington Station 2025 at 9:58 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Barnes & Noble of Huntington Station is set to open Wednesday NY — Barnes & Noble of Huntington Station has announced its new opening date: Wednesday Author Tessa Bailey is set to host a ribbon-cutting ceremony and book signing at the grand opening The location was set to open this past Wednesday but pushed back its March 26 opening date The Huntington location is one of four new Barnes & Noble bookstores set to open in April A recent view of the soon-to-open Barnes & Noble in South Huntington The new Barnes & Noble in South Huntington is scheduled to open on April 2 after being delayed a week due to wha t the company called "unexpected permitting issues." The store had been set to open this Wednesday Town of Huntington spokesperson Christine Geed  said on Friday the store was awaiting approval for a fire alarm permit The new store is across from the Huntington Shopping Center on Walt Whitman Road in the space formerly occupied by Johnson Fitness & Wellness Wednesday's ribbon cutting was to have featured Long Island author Tessa Bailey signing copies of her books including the "Bellinger Sisters" series and her latest release "Dream Girl Drama." Janine Flanigan vice president of store planning and design said that Bailey will be present on the new opening date retail and all things business across Long Island Flanigan said on Friday that in addition to awaiting a fire alarm permit the construction team was working to properly pave the parking lot "We just weren't ready," Flanigan said "We want to make sure that we're delivering our customers the best experience possible." The larger lot is shared with another storefront that doesn't have a tenant The store's interior includes the chain's new open-concept design that features rooms rather than aisles The Huntington Station site arrives after the chain closed its East Northport store in January 2024 The chain has been experiencing a resurgence in recent years Maureen Mullarkey is a breaking news reporter at Newsday She previously worked as a reporter for Patch where she covered a range of Long Island stories on topics such as the Diocese of Rockville Centre bankruptcy and the Babylon School District abuse scandals Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories 2024) – Whole Foods Market will open a new 43,916-square-foot store The store’s design emphasizes simplicity and modernity incorporating elements reminiscent of the bay area’s fluidity and the neighborhood’s commuter heritage The new location’s product assortment features more than 2,000 local items from the Northeast Forager for Local & Emerging Brands at Whole Foods Market Opening morning, customers will enjoy coffee from Sail Away Coffee Co., muffins from Abe’s and a sunflower photo station from Tucker Farms The first 300 customers in line will receive a limited-edition Huntington Station tote bag and a Secret Saver coupon featuring offers up to $100 off Features of the Huntington Station store include: To give back to the community, Whole Foods Market has partnered with local suppliers and organizations, including Helping Hands Rescue Mission, Long Island Cares, and Island Harvest. On opening day, Whole Foods Market will donate a Nourishing Our Neighborhoods van to We All We Got, Inc. along with $3,000 in products as part of the Stuff the Van event part of the Nourishing Our Neighborhoods program launched in 2020 aims to enhance the operational capabilities of local food rescue organizations enabling efficient transport of food from surplus locations to areas with the greatest need All food at Whole Foods Market must meet the company’s rigorous Quality Standards high-fructose corn syrup and more than 300 flavors sweeteners and other ingredients commonly found in food all beauty and body care products must meet the company’s body care standards which ban more than 240 commonly used ingredients Founded in 1980, Austin-based Whole Foods Market is the world’s leading natural and organic foods retailer and the first certified organic national grocer in the United States. Part of Amazon’s Worldwide Grocery Stores, Whole Foods Market serves customers in more than 530 stores across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. To learn more about Whole Foods Market, please visit  https://media.wholefoodsmarket.com/ Barnes & Noble will open a new bookstore in Huntington on Wednesday marking a return to the area after closing its East Northport location the new store occupies the former Johnson Fitness & Wellness space with bestselling romance author Tessa Bailey—known for the Bellinger Sisters series—on hand for a ribbon-cutting and book signing of her latest release The store features Barnes & Noble’s updated design “While we were saddened to leave East Northport we could not be happier with the space we have found in Huntington,” said the Barnes & Noble CEO “Here we bring the community a completely updated Barnes & Noble and do so right next to the birthplace of one of the greatest American poets.” The opening comes amid a growth period for the bookseller which plans to launch more than 60 new stores nationwide in 2025 the company opened more locations than it had in the entire decade from 2009 to 2019 The Huntington store is one of four Barnes & Noble openings in April “We are so excited to bring Barnes & Noble back to the community of Huntington and surrounding areas,” said the new store’s manager “I can’t wait for all the new memories our customers will make with our brand-new bookstore and café.” Top: The staff in Huntington Station includes many of the East Northport booksellers and baristas. (Credit: Facebook) 2025 at 5:10 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}This week's Huntington crime report NY — Curious about what's going on in your neighborhood These are recent incidents reported in the Huntington area from March 31 through April 6 The Suffolk County Police Department posted the following information All charges are accusations and do not signify guilt 2025 at 3:51 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Josue Zepeda Padilla was extradited from North Carolina to Suffolk County to face kidnapping and assault charges in connection with a teenager's beating that occurred on Jan NY — A Huntington Station man and alleged member of MS-13 was extradited from North Carolina to Suffolk County to face charges in connection with the violent gang attack of a 15-year-old that left the boy unconscious Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney announced Wednesday was arraigned on charges of first-degree robbery; first-degree gang assault; and other related charges in connection with his role in the "violent attack," the DA's Office said Zepeda Padilla is one of the seven alleged members and associates of the Huntington Criminal Locates Salvatrucha — or "HCLS" — clique of the MS-13 street gang charged in the beating North Carolina by the United States Marshals and the New York/New Jersey Regional Fugitive Task Forces "I want to thank our federal partners for their assistance in bringing this alleged MS-13 gang member back to Suffolk County so that he can face accountability for his actions," Tierney said in a news release "Let it be known that we will work with every law enforcement agency in this country to track down perpetrators of gang violence." The other six, including a minor, were apprehended in January 2024, but Zepeda Padilla had remained at large the 15-year-old victim was lured to the Huntington Train Station by a group of MS-13 members and associates While at the train station, Zepeda Padilla and four other suspected MS-13 members or associates surrounded the boy and took his money, investigators said. Zepeda Padilla and the others then punched the teenager repeatedly Zepeda Padilla and his MS-13 associates forced the boy into a vehicle and drove him to the Pilgrim Psychiatric Center in Brentwood the assailants placed a hood over the boy's head and brought him into an abandoned building Zepeda Padilla and the other MS-13 members/associates beat the teenager repeatedly Zepeda Padilla and the other assailants then fled the abandoned building and left the victim unconscious on the ground The boy "miraculously" survived the assault found a way out of the building and walked to a nearby road where he collapsed A good Samaritan found him shortly after and called 911 The teenager was brought to a local hospital to treat a brain bleed and fractured skull Zepeda Padilla fled Suffolk County and was on the run for over a year after "extensive electronic tracking and surveillance," members of the Suffolk County Police Department Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office and United States Marshal Service New York/New Jersey Regional Fugitive Task Force and Carolina Task Force found and arrested Zepeda Padilla at a home in Winston-Salem Zepeda Padilla was extradited back to Suffolk County on Tuesday Zepeda Padilla was arraigned Wednesday on one count of first-degree robbery; one count of first-degree gang assault; one count of first-degree assault; one count of second-degree kidnapping; one count of first-degree attempted assault; one count of second-degree gang assault; three counts of second-degree robbery; and two counts of second-degree assault Zepeda Padilla was ordered held on $1M cash $2M bond or $10M partially-secured bond while his case pends Zepeda Padilla is due back in court on April 21 and faces 25 years in prison if convicted of the top count He is being represented by Anthony Rutkowski 2024) – Whole Foods Market opened its new 43,916-square-foot store The store’s design emphasizes simplicity all of which meet Whole Foods Market’s high quality standards “We are thrilled to open this Huntington Station store with a fantastic assortment of products from local and emerging brands in the Northeast with many from right here in New York,” said John Lawson “From local suppliers new to Whole Foods Market to longtime customer favorites like Oliver’s Organic Eggs each product was thoughtfully sourced to provide something for everyone.” During the opening morning festivities, customers enjoyed cold brew coffee from Sail Away Coffee Co., muffins from Abe’s and Koyo Berries from Oishii. The first 300 customers in line received a limited-edition Huntington Station tote bag and a Secret Saver coupon featuring offers up to $100 off Additionally on opening morning, Whole Foods Market donated a Nourishing Our Neighborhoods van to We All We Got, Inc. For more information on the features and product assortment in the new Huntington Station store, please see the announcement press release here Demonstrators gather outside the post office on East Jericho Turnpike in Huntington Station on Sunday For the latest news developments from President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office, visit our continuously updated blog at newsday.com/trump100days Letter carriers troubled over the prospect of the U.S Postal Service's privatization by the Trump administration protested outside a Huntington Station post office on Sunday Hundreds lined up outside the post office on East Jericho Turnpike to share their discontent at the rally organized by the National Association of Letter Carriers union after President Donald Trump said he was considering transferring the independent postal service into the U.S Postal Service has been an independent agency in the executive branch since 1971 Some labor unions and other experts see the prospect of the agency being folded into the U.S Department of Commerce as a step toward USPS privatization That could endanger postal workers' jobs and could mean a reduction in important deliveries such as ballots and medications particularly in rural areas where the costs of services are greater president of the National Association of Letter Carriers Branch 6000 a labor union that represents at least 4,000 active and retired letter carriers on Long Island said the USPS offers an essential service to the country and multibillionaires get their hands in on all this the whole country would be worse off," he said politics and crime stories in Suffolk County at the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) labor union rally in Huntington Station on Sunday The decline of first-class mail and other factors have spurred financial problems for the U.S a largely self-funded approximately $78 billion-a-year agency The problems have included $87.5 billion in losses between 2017 and 2020 in a letter to Congress last week said that the service would slash 10,000 workers within a month and billions from its budget "We want to have a post office that works well and doesn’t lose massive amounts of money," Trump said during the swearing-in of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick last month Trump called privatization "an idea a lot of people have had for a long time." National Association of Letter Carriers officials and members at the Huntington Station rally agreed that improvements can be made including a better investment of retirement funds But they maintained that the answer is not privatization she held a sign and encouraged drivers on the street to honk in support of workers who have "We were out there during the pandemic when we didn’t know what we were dealing with," she said "The post office never shut down." "And what do the mail carriers get?" she said Politicians on both sides of the aisle came out in support of the workers on Sunday Nick LaLota (R-Amityville) said he stands firmly against privatization "These postal carriers do a hell of a job uniting the country’s communications suburban like here or urban," he said "Americans rely on our postal service Tom Suozzi (D-Glen Cove) said he wants the government to be more efficient but doesn’t want to "destroy people’s lives in the process." Congressman Tom Suozzi spoke at the rally against privatization of the U.S "We want to use common sense to try to make things more efficient," he said started working as a clerk at a post office in Medford last September Napolitano  believes the work to be honorable and said that the post office "creates a stronger community." But the talk of privatization threatens "my job" and "my future," he said "And it dissuades a new generation of workers coming to work for the federal government," he said Tiffany Cusaac-Smith is a general assignment reporter for Newsday She previously worked at USA TODAY and is an alum of Howard University 2025 at 3:03 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Barnes & Noble's grand opening in Huntington Station is scheduled for Feb The Carle Place location is pictured above NY — Barnes & Noble's grand opening in Huntington Station is set for Feb is slated to cut the ceremonial ribbon at 9 a.m Tessa will be celebrating with us just a few short weeks after her newest release 'Dream Girl Drama' hits the shelves," Barnes & Noble of Huntington Station wrote on its post