HUNTINGTON, NY | November 6, 2026
Huntington’s 2026 election brought some extremely close races, including a longtime Republican-held Assembly seat flipping Democratic. We also discussed concerns about cyberattacks and power outages, with practical advice for preparing your household, plus Veterans Day observances and community events around Huntington.
Hosted by June Margolin, Dana Richter, and Diane Schaber, the Huntington Matters Weekly Update is our weekly YouTube Live podcast covering local news, safety updates, community conversations, and events across the Town of Huntington.
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Hot Topics: Huntington’s 2026 Election Results
The November 3 election brought several close races, including Democrat Craig Herskowitz winning the longtime Republican-held Assembly District 12 seat, several incumbents who held their seats and a tight Suffolk County Comptroller race. We also briefly discussed our eight candidate interviews.
We reflected on the election season in Huntington Matters Community Forum, where our Volunteer Moderators worked to keep political discussions civil by declining negative campaign posts and removing inappropriate comments.
Now that Election Day has passed, we’ll continue following what happens next and how decisions made by elected officials affect our communities. We thank all of the candidates who stepped forward to run for office, giving voters great choices at the polls.
Read our complete election coverage: Huntington 2026 Election Results
Emergency Preparedness: Could You Handle an Extended Power Outage?
Whether caused by cyberattacks, severe storms, or equipment failures, extended power outages can happen. Drawing on her experience as a former American Red Cross preparedness instructor, Diane Schaber encouraged residents to prepare for at least three days without electricity and shared how she organizes her own emergency supplies.
Diane recommended keeping nonperishable foods, paper goods, flashlights, lanterns, spare batteries, and at least one gallon of water per person per day, with extra water for infants and other needs. She suggested buying a few additional items during regular grocery trips, checking expiration dates twice a year, and storing heavier supplies on lower shelves. Solar garden lights can provide emergency lighting, while outdoor grills can offer a cooking option but must never be used indoors.
She also reminded residents to keep emergency cash in a waterproof container since ATMs and electronic payments may not work during an outage. Diane encouraged neighbors to attend the upcoming free New York State Citizen Preparedness training in Melville for additional guidance and emergency supplies.
Her message: Prepare, don’t panic.
What’s Happening Around Huntington
Diane highlighted a busy schedule of Veterans Day observances, community fundraisers, and family activities.
Among the events discussed were Huntington’s Veterans Day Parade, the Town of Huntington Veterans Day ceremony, St. Anthony’s Christmas Fair, the South Huntington SEPTA clothing and household goods collection, and the Bald Eagles of Centerport’s Raptor Day at the Vanderbilt Museum.
We also previewed the Al Stanton Memorial Operation Enduring Care Drive and Car Show, the November Suffolk County Police Department 2nd Precinct Community Meeting, the Coltrane Legacy Series’ Force for Good Day with student musicians performing alongside jazz professionals, and an upcoming Extravacon event exploring the toys that shaped generations of childhood memories.
Find event dates, times, locations, and additional details on the Huntington Matters Community Calendar.
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