Volunteers pack up meals for families in need
Posted: Updated:People were spending their Saturday afternoon in Brentwood packing thousands of meals for families in need.
The joint effort was organized by nonprofit Pronto of Long Island, the Brentwood Rotary Club and the Brentwood Union Free School District.
Volunteers were packing 8,000 meals for families who struggle to keep food on the table.
Pronto of Long Island will distribute the meals to vulnerable families in the area.
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2 children injured in possible shark attacks off Fire Island
2 children injured in possible shark attacks off Fire Island
Two children were injured in possible shark attacks in waters off Fire Island earlier today.
Two children were injured in possible shark attacks Wednesday in waters off Fire Island.
Two children were injured in possible shark attacks Wednesday in waters off Fire Island.
‘Human error’ to blame for mistaken Amber Alert in Nassau County
‘Human error’ to blame for mistaken Amber Alert in Nassau County
According to police, Ninssy Vasquez, 11, was last seen on Tuesday around 7 p.m. leaving her home on Henry Street. It is not known where she was going.
Human error is being blamed for an Amber Alert that went out to cellphones in Nassau County Wednesday morning.
Human error is being blamed for an Amber Alert that went out to cellphones in Nassau County Wednesday morning.
Pit bull euthanized after biting 11-month-old girl
Pit bull euthanized after biting 11-month-old girl
It happened in the child's home on Lands Place around 8:30 p.m.
A pit bull bit an 11-month-old girl's head in Oceanside Tuesday night, according to Town of Hempstead authorities, who later took custody of the dog and euthanized it.
A pit bull bit an 11-month-old girl's head in Oceanside Tuesday night, according to Town of Hempstead authorities, who later took custody of the dog and euthanized it.
Police: East Northport man dies in upstate off-road vehicle crash
Police: East Northport man dies in upstate off-road vehicle crash
Police say Jeff Kuhn was a passenger in the vehicle when it suddenly swerved off the road and hit a tree in Durham.
Police say Jeff Kuhn was a passenger in the vehicle when it suddenly swerved off the road and hit a tree in Durham.
Officials: 24 arrested in ‘largest ever’ illegal dumping bust in NY history
Officials: 24 arrested in ‘largest ever’ illegal dumping bust in NY history
Officials say an 18-month investigation led to the arrest of 24 people in what is being called the "largest-ever bust of illegal dumping in the state's history."
Officials say an 18-month investigation led to the arrest of 24 people in what is being called the "largest-ever bust of illegal dumping in the state's history."
Officials say an 18-month investigation led to the arrest of 24 people in what is being called the "largest-ever bust of illegal dumping in the state's history."
Addicted on LI: The Youngest Victims – Grandparents find support
Addicted on LI: The Youngest Victims – Grandparents find support
Some grandparents on Long Island who are legally raising their grandchildren while their own children are struggling with addiction are finding out that they are not alone.
Some grandparents on Long Island who are legally raising their grandchildren while their own children are struggling with addiction are finding out that they are not alone.
Some grandparents on Long Island who are legally raising their grandchildren while their own children are struggling with addiction are finding out that they are not alone.
Seniors come out swinging at the 13th Annual Bristal All-Star game
Seniors come out swinging at the 13th Annual Bristal All-Star game
The New York Senior Softball Association celebrated the 40th anniversary of Bucky Dent's Fenway Park homerun.
The New York Senior Softball Association celebrated the 40th anniversary of Bucky Dent's Fenway Park homerun.
The New York Senior Softball Association celebrated the 40th anniversary of Bucky Dent's Fenway Park homerun.
The New York Senior Softball Association celebrated the 40th anniversary of Bucky Dent's Fenway Park homerun.
12 men plead not guilty to murder charges in Bronx teen’s brutal slaying
12 men plead not guilty to murder charges in Bronx teen’s brutal slaying
All 12 suspects in the brutal machete murder of a Bronx teen will appear in court today.
Twelve men accused in the fatal stabbing of Bronx teen "Junior" Guzman-Feliz, appeared before a judge Wednesday.
Twelve men accused in the fatal stabbing of Bronx teen "Junior" Guzman-Feliz, appeared before a judge Wednesday.
Billy Joel honored for record 100th show at Madison Square Garden
Billy Joel honored for record 100th show at Madison Square Garden
Billy Joel performs before a sellout crowd at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2015. The Piano Man played the final show at the arena, which is closing for extensive renovations and is scheduled to reopen in December 2016. Caption
To commemorate the Piano Man's record-setting show, Gov. Cuomo and Madison Square Garden CEO James Dolan will unveil a permanent tribute to the Hicksville native.
To commemorate the Piano Man's record-setting show, Gov. Cuomo and Madison Square Garden CEO James Dolan will unveil a permanent tribute to the Hicksville native.
Lindenhurst residents say bulkhead project could be harmful
Lindenhurst residents say bulkhead project could be harmful
Some residents on the South Shore say a bulkhead repair project will leave their homes and property at an increased risk of flooding.
Some residents on the South Shore say a bulkhead repair project will leave their homes and property at an increased risk of flooding.
Some residents on the South Shore say a bulkhead repair project will leave their homes and property at an increased risk of flooding.
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What's Cooking Photos
What's Cooking Photos
Chef Rob, of Uncle Giuseppe's, adds a little clarified butter, fresh herbs, some olive oil and, of course, salt and pepper, to season the steak. Add some roasted potatoes and sauteed broccoli rabe and some white wine to complete your perfect summer meal.
Chef Rob, of Uncle Giuseppe's, adds a little clarified butter, fresh herbs, some olive oil and, of course, salt and pepper, to season the steak. Add some roasted potatoes and sauteed broccoli rabe and some white wine to complete your perfect summer meal.
Each week, News 12's Lily Stolzberg heads into the kitchen with a different chef to cook up some delicious meals.
Each week, News 12's Lily Stolzberg heads into the kitchen with a different chef to cook up some delicious meals.
Just Married on Long Island
Just Married on Long Island
News 12 Long Island wants to announce your wedding. Share your pictures and videos with News 12 Long Island viewers!
News 12 Long Island wants to announce your wedding. Share your pictures and videos with News 12 Long Island viewers!
Trump and Putin hold summit in Helsinki
Trump and Putin hold summit in Helsinki
(Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)
Sights and scenes at President Donald Trump's summit with Russian President Vladimir V. Putin in Helsinki, Finland, on Monday, July 16, 2018. Images via Getty.
Sights and scenes at President Donald Trump's summit with Russian President Vladimir V. Putin in Helsinki, Finland, on Monday, July 16, 2018. Images via Getty.
Surf Lodge in Montauk summer lineup
Surf Lodge in Montauk summer lineup
Various bands will perform at the Surf Lodge this summer.
Visit the Surf Lodge website for more information.
Various bands will perform at the Surf Lodge this summer.
Visit the Surf Lodge website for more information.
Guide: Long Island Breweries
Guide: Long Island Breweries
Brewery Guide
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the island for beer-lovers to visit.
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the island for beer-lovers to visit.
2018 Pennysaver Amphitheater at Bald Hill lineup
2018 Pennysaver Amphitheater at Bald Hill lineup
LIT will perform as part of the Loudwire's Gen-X Summer on Thursday, July 26 at 6 p.m. Other performers include Buckcherry, POD and Alien Ant Farm.
A look at the performers coming to the Pennysaver Amphitheater at Bald Hill in 2018.
A look at the performers coming to the Pennysaver Amphitheater at Bald Hill in 2018.
Dog Day Fridays for July 13
Dog Day Fridays for July 13
Franklin, a 4-month-old neutered male, was rescued off the streets of Puerto Rico. Franklin is great with all!
This week's dogs are up for adoption at Almost Home Animal Rescue & Adoption. The shelter is located at 646 Route 112 in Patchogue. Their phone number is (631) 627-3665.
This week's dogs are up for adoption at Almost Home Animal Rescue & Adoption. The shelter is located at 646 Route 112 in Patchogue. Their phone number is (631) 627-3665.
Your Long Island fishing photos
Your Long Island fishing photos
Your Long Island Fishing Photos
Did you catch the big one? Prove it...no fish stories here! Tweet or Instagram your photos using #LIFish and we may put it in this gallery or show on air.
Did you catch the big one? Prove it...no fish stories here! Tweet or Instagram your photos using #LIFish and we may put it in this gallery or show on air.
Food Truck Friday Photos
Food Truck Friday Photos
On June 29, Opa On the Go stopped by to make some delicious Greek cuisine.
Check out which food trucks stopped by the News 12 Long Island studios this summer!
Check out which food trucks stopped by the News 12 Long Island studios this summer!
Insta Island
Insta Island
News 12 at the Long Island Duck.
Do you have a favorite place to go on Long Island? Perhaps it's a museum or farm, or maybe the Long Island Duck or the Montauk Lighthouse? Wherever you are this summer, News 12 wants to see your Insta Island photos! Post on Twitter or Instagram using #LISummer or #LISummerShots.
Do you have a favorite place to go on Long Island? Perhaps it's a museum or farm, or maybe the Long Island Duck or the Montauk Lighthouse? Wherever you are this summer, News 12 wants to see your Insta Island photos! Post on Twitter or Instagram using #LISummer or #LISummerShots.
