Priscila is the Long Island editor at Patch.com, writing for the Town of Islip, Town of Smithtown and Town of Babylon. She grew up in Nassau County Long Island in East Rockaway before moving to Bellmore. She then made the (temporary) move to Suffolk County while attending Stony Brook University where she received her degree in Journalism before returning home to the South Shore. Before joining Patch she interned at Newsday.
Last year, Yanira Soriano gave birth while on a ventilator battling COVID-19. This weekend, the family celebrated the milestone birthday.
The site will be distributing coronavirus vaccinations two days this week for all those who are eligible.
New York lawmakers last week agreed on a marijuana legalization bill that allows municipalities to opt out of retail sales.
The two Udall Middle School teachers were chosen as this week's teachers of the week. Congratulations to Ms. Kelly and Ms. Diorio!
Keep up to date on what is and isn't open on Easter to save yourself unwanted aggravation.
Keep up to date on what is and isn't open on Easter to save yourself unwanted aggravation.
Keep up to date on what is and isn't open on Easter to save yourself unwanted aggravation.
Check out this story reported last week on Patchogue Patch.
Check out this story reported last week on Babylon Patch.
Check out this story reported last week on Lindenhurst Patch.
Check out all the details of this lovely 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with oversized rooms.
Check out all the details of this stunning 1,540-square-foot home with multiple safety features.
Check out all the details of this spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home minutes from village shops and restaurants.
Visitors will have the opportunity to support local businesses at the local farmers market which will re-open for the season in May.
The hearing will be held to discuss the proposed $11.04 million budget for 2021-2022.
A group of local entertainment venues joined together to start the program to assist Long Island's entertainers in need.
Looking to adopt a new animal friend? Check out this week's featured pet available at the Islip Animal Shelter, Shirley.
Looking to adopt a new furry friend? Here's Coco, this week's featured pet available at the Brookhaven Animal Shelter.
Looking to adopt a new friend? Check out this week's featured pet available at the Town of Babylon Animal Shelter, Reilly.
A look at some recent arrests in the area.
