Monday, May 21, 2012
Long Island delis are the best in the country. But which one slings the sandwiches you crave again and again?
A list of sandwiches named for local characters and attractions, gallon-sized cups of iced tea and every type of side salad you can imagine. Sound familiar? It’s the calling card of Long Island’s world-class delis. But the reality is, each have their own specialties that keep people coming back. This week, we want to find out which deli you rely on most. Readers’ Choice is a new weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us your top picks on the businesses and local attractions that get your loyalty. Each Monday we’ll list our nominees recommendations. Did we leave your go-to spot off the list? Go ahead and add it in comments. On Friday we’ll tabulate all of the poll votes, comments, recent directory reviews and emails and …
Friday, May 18, 2012
Our readers chose hits Babylon spot as their favorite seafood restaurant.
West Islip Patch readers have decided the winner of West Islip's Favorite Seafood Restaurant is Pier 44. Readers’ Choice is a weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us your top picks. Each Monday we’ll list our nominees – this week was seafood– and ask for your recommendation. Thanks for voting for your favorites. We'll have another contest beginning Monday.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Johnny Kao brings expertise in radiation therapy to the department.
Johnny Kao, MD, has been appointed interim chairman of the Department of Radiation Oncology at Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center. Kao, a graduate of Dartmouth and Mount Sinai School of Medicine, served as Assistant Professor and William Harris Research Fellow at Mount Sinai School of Medicine from 2005 to 2010 and most recently comes from Florida, where he served as an associate at Florida Radiation Oncology Group in Tampa. The Jericho resident led several pioneering clinical trials combining high precision radiation therapy with chemotherapy regimens that successfully treated patients with advanced, recurrent or metastastic cancers. He has published more than 60 journal articles and textbook chapters on breast, prostate, head, neck…
Monday, May 14, 2012
Following bankruptcy filing, fashion designer decides to close most of her stores including the location in Deer Park.
The Betsey Johnson store at Tanger Outlets in Deer Park will soon be vacant following the recent announcement that the fashion designer’s company filed for bankruptcy protection and will close most of its 63 stores. According to a recent report in the Wall St. Journal citing court documents, the company was in the final stages of a deal to sell its assets earlier this month when the would-be buyer "abruptly" backed out of the deal. A Forbes report indicated that 350 employees would “likely” lose their jobs as a result of the store closures. The report also said that the company has “severe liquidity problems” and $4.1 million in outstanding unsecured obligations to various vendors, manufacturers and service providers. While fans of Johnson…
Monday, May 7, 2012
You don’t have to leave your home town to have a great break. So what local attractions top your itineraries?
Let’s face it, sometimes you just need a break and not a big vacation with hefty travel fees and the dilemma of getting that big pile of clothes into a way-too-small suitcase. In those cases, locals go the ‘staycation’ route, exploring the many attractions right in their home towns. This week let’s find out what local ‘staycation’ haunts are at the top of people’s itineraries. Readers’ Choice is a new weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us your top picks on the businesses and local attractions that get your loyalty. Each Monday we’ll list our nominees recommendations. Did we leave your go-to spot off the list? Go ahead and add it in comments. On Friday we’ll tabulate all of the poll votes, comments, recent directory …
Friday, May 4, 2012
Readers chose Argyle Grill as their favorite spot to take mom out for brunch.
West Islip Patch readers have decided the winner of the area's best Mother's Day brunch spot is Argyle Grill & Tavern. Readers’ Choice is a weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us your top picks. Each Monday we’ll list our nominees – this week was florists– and ask for your recommendation. Thanks for voting for your favorites. We'll have another contest beginning Monday.
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
The celebrity mommy-to-be will host a style showcase on May 12.
How do you get a celebrity look while on a budget? Take a cue from style-setter and mommy-to-be Vanessa Lachey, who will host a fashion bash at Tanger Outlets at The Arches in Deer Park on May 12. The "Wipeout" host, who was hitched to pop-singer Nick Lachey last summer, will showcase the latest trends and talk about the newest looks to come this summer. In addition to giveaways, attendees will have the chance to win her style picks. Each item featured will be given away to lucky audience members during the show. Attendees will also have the chance to shop Tanger's "flash sale" with 20 percent off an entire purchase at participating stores, May 12 only. Seating is limited. For more information, visit Shopper Services located across from …
Monday, April 30, 2012
Where do you go to treat mom right and show your appreciation on Mother’s Day?
After you’re done with the hugs, hand-made cards and fresh-cut flowers, wash it all down with another Mother’s Day tradition: Sunday brunch. So where do you go to treat mom right and show your appreciation on Mother’s Day? Time to weigh in. West Islip Patch is looking to unearth the best spot for Mother’s Day brunch in town. Readers’ Choice is our weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us your top picks. Each Monday we’ll list our nominees – this week it’s best spot for Mother’s Day brunch – and ask for your recommendation. Did we leave your go-to spot off the list? Go ahead and add it in comments. Then vote. Readers' Choice winners are all up to you, so it's important not only to vote below, but also be sure to share this…
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Hospital promotes Michael J. Benanti to oversee operations for imaging services.
Michael J. Benanti, DO, has been appointed chairman of the Department of Imaging Services at Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center, as well as the chairman of radiology for the eastern division of Catholic Health Services of Long Island. Board certified in both diagnostic radiology and neuororadiology, Benanti brings more than 20 years of experience in imaging. As chairman, Benanti will be overseeing medical operations for imaging services at Good Samaritan, St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center, and St. Charles Hospital. Benanti, of East Setauket, has served as Good Samaritan’s section chief of neuroradiology since 2000. He earned his medical degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine followed by a residency in diagnostic …
Friday, April 27, 2012
Readers voted for their favorite florist in West Islip.
West Islip Patch readers have decided the winner of West Islip's Best Florist is Towers Flowers. Readers’ Choice is a weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us your top picks. Each Monday we’ll list our nominees – this week was florists– and ask for your recommendation. Thanks for voting for your favorites. We'll have another contest beginning Monday.
Jean
1:49 pm on Monday, May 21, 2012
Captree....their cole slaw is to die for!!! Still can't find a decent substitute here in AZ. more ›