ALDI’s Grand Opening & BBP’s Big Win

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Celebrate a big win for Bayport-Blue Point girls lacrosse, and welcome new spots like ALDI in Medford and a drive-thru Dunkin’ in Blue Point.

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Local Pulse

🕊️ Friends and family will gather in Center Moriches this weekend to honor a 28-year-old mother of two who died in a motorcycle crash on Blue Point Road. Services are set for June 8 and 9, as loved ones remember her as “a ray of sunshine” and raise funds to support her children. Greater Long Island

🛒 ALDI is opening a new store in Medford on June 12, offering fresh produce, meats, seafood, and more at 2799 Route 112. The first 100 shoppers will receive gift bags, and customers can enter to win a $500 gift card during opening weekend. Patch

☕ A new drive-thru Dunkin’ has opened in Blue Point at the former Capital One Bank site on Montauk Highway, replacing the nearby King Kullen plaza location. The shop, years in the making, is operated by local franchisee Gobind Bathija. MSN

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🏛️ Bellport Board of Trustees Meeting Meeting Highlights

Here’s what you missed at the latest Bellport Board of Trustees Meeting on May 27,2025

📜 Rental Law Repealed
Local Law No. 3 of 2025 (Rental Registry) was officially repealed after a court ruled it was improperly enacted. The board may revisit rental regulations—especially short-term rentals—in future sessions.

🚗 Smarter Ticketing Coming Soon
The Village is moving forward with "Passport eTickets," a mobile system to streamline parking enforcement and reduce errors. The system costs $1,000/month but is expected to break even with minimal ticket volume.

💰 FEMA & HUD Grant Progress
The Village is still working to recover up to $850,000 in FEMA reimbursements. HUD grants are helping fund erosion control projects on Howell’s Creek, Otis Lane, and other vulnerable areas.

🦌 Deer Fence Code Under Review
With more residents installing tall deer fences, the board is considering changes to local code. Feedback from other Suffolk communities will be part of the next work session.

🏛️ Community Center Repairs Funded
A long-delayed $187,000 grant from 2018 is finally being used to repair insulation, flooring, and more at the Bellport Community Center.

🛍️ Support Local, Stay Local
The board emphasized supporting downtown shops and venues like Gateway Playhouse. The proposed grocery store deal near the old CVS/IGA is close to final—stay tuned.

🌳 Thanks to Volunteers & Staff
Shoutouts went to the DPW, Garden Club, Beautification Committee, and volunteers. A $15,000 grant will help the Village purchase a new electric utility vehicle.

🚨 Emergency Plan in Progress
An updated Emergency Preparedness Plan is in development, with help from code officer Eugene Leferno. It will prioritize high-risk areas and modernize local response protocols.

📆 Upcoming Events

• Bellport Car Show: Saturday, June 29

• Bellport 5K: Saturday, July 13 at 5:00 PM

🗣️ Resident Voices Concern Over Airbnb
A longtime resident expressed concern about an Airbnb on her block, citing safety and neighborhood impact—highlighting the need for updated short-term rental policies.

Community Highlights

Local Sports

In a rain-soaked showdown at Lakeland High School, the Bayport-Blue Point girls lacrosse team defied the odds and a sluggish start to secure a 15-9 win over Nyack in the Class C regional final, advancing to the state semifinals. Trailing 5-2 after the first quarter and facing the nation’s sixth-ranked team, the Phantoms leaned into their chemistry and championship experience to stage a remarkable comeback.

Senior Ava Meyn, who played on BBP’s 2023 state-title team, delivered five goals—including three during a game-breaking 8-0 run. Fellow senior Aubrie Eisfeld added three goals and an assist, crediting the team’s unity and belief as the catalyst for the turnaround. With support from Erika Kreuscher and Sara Richardt on offense, and nine critical saves by goalie Sophia Diaz, BBP held Nyack scoreless for over 16 minutes.

Adjustments on defense and renewed energy from the bench helped shift the game’s momentum midway through the second quarter. “We started playing as a team and it just got better from there,” Eisfeld said.

The Phantoms (19-1) now head to SUNY Cortland for a semifinal matchup against Jamesville-DeWitt. With the goal of finishing what they started, this team is determined to etch its name into Bayport-Blue Point history once more.

Source: Newsday – Jolie Katzen

⚾ Just a year after playing high school ball, three Long Island teens are now calling games as varsity umpires amid a region-wide shortage of sports officials. Their quick rise is part of a push to bring in younger talent passionate about the game to keep youth sports going. Newsday

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