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News Nearby: Town Condemns Animal Hoarders House in Miller Place

A look at news from neighboring towns.

FROM SMITHTOWN: 

Residents Call for Changes to Smithtown Main Street
When Patch asked if Smithtown's Main Street needs a facelift, readers were quick to agree its one of several changes the downtown area needs to become vibrant again.

FROM HAUPPAUGE:

Summer Construction Brings Sidewalks to Townline Road
Hauppuage parents who feared their teens walking to school on busy roadways may be able to breath easier next school year.

Construction crews are preparing to create a continuous sidewalk along the north side of Townline Road, spanning from Lincoln Boulevard  east to Hoffman Lane. Construction is scheduled to start by June 24, announced Legis. John Kennedy, R-Nesconset.

FROM PORT JEFFERSON: 

Terryville Class Project Unites Students from Different Schools

Each year, Terryville Elementary teacher Brian St. Pierre guides his fifth-grade class in a yearlong project: Together, they create a movie from scratch, from the brainstorming and script writing process to the shooting and editing. This year, his class produced a 70-minute film called "A+ in Spell Casting" that will premiere on June 18 at Comsewogue High School at 6 p.m. Admission is $2 per person of $5 for a family. Click here to watch the trailer.

FROM MILLER PLACE: 

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Town Condemns Animal Hoarding House in Miller Place
The Town of Brookhaven on Monday condemned a Miller Place house – the subject of many resident complaints – for unsanitary conditions brought about by animal hoarding.

Residents nearby contacted the Town about strong smells coming from the house and the presence of several pets that were living there in horrid conditions. Ten cats, two kittens and one dog were found in the house. They also reported that the yard was not maintained and had become an eyesore with overgrown vegetation throughout.


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