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Cold case progress in Bellport. Tree grants helping Main Street bloom. Sidewalk fixes, smart park benches, and new ideas for community safety. Pizza classes, concerts, blood drives, and a fresh lineup at the Plaza Cinema.

Let’s get to it

-Brian Grant, managing editor, writer

Local Pulse

  • 🚔Suffolk County authorities are seeking new leads in the unsolved murders of two unidentified victims in Bellport. The investigation is ongoing, with the hope that advancements in forensic technology will help identify the victims and bring closure to their families. Read More..

  • ⚠️Sunrise Wind project may resume construction in Long Island as plans are reviewed. Wildlife and the environment will be monitored for potential impact to ensure the safety of the project. Read More...

  • 🏛️The Bellport Community Center has reopened after extensive renovations, offering improved facilities for residents to enjoy. Read More...

  • 🌳Residents are invited to a public meeting on February 12, to learn about the $75,000 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Tree Grant supporting the replanting of trees along Main Street in Patchogue. Read More...

  • 🏛️Residents are invited to a Tax Grievance Night to review complaints on the tentative assessment roll on February 17, 2026, at Bellport Village Hall.
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Local Pulse

Patchogue Village Community Development Agency (CDA)

The Patchogue Village CDA convened on February 2 to open its public hearing for 2026’s CDBG-funded projects. With an estimated $150,000 available, the agency focused on projects to enhance safety, accessibility, and quality of life.

  The committee reviewed sidewalk repairs along Division Street and River Avenue, where deteriorating conditions and ADA noncompliance remain concerns. Also highlighted was the Bay Avenue area near the Joseph E. Keys Recreation Center, where improved access through existing greenways could connect more residents to outdoor space.

 Notably, Father Tortora Park emerged as a potential site for installing solar-powered smart benches, offering Wi-Fi and device charging. The board also discussed the feasibility of using a portion of funds for homelessness outreach, though new federal documentation requirements may delay implementation.

 Public input is still encouraged before final project selection, expected in early March. Residents can share feedback with the CDA or attend the next public budget hearing on March 2, 2026.

Community Highlights

  • Find out where to buy tickets for Billy Gibbons' solo tour with ZZ Top in this interview article. Stay informed on ticket sales.

  • Celebrate Black History Month with Brookhaven Town! On February 6th, enjoy virtual events, lectures, musical performances, and more..

  • Guitar virtuoso  Buckethead brings his theatrical solo performance to the Patchogue Theatre on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM.

  • A community Blood Drive will be held at the Bellport Community Center on Sunday, February 8, 2026, from 9:00AM to 3:00PM.

  • The Village of Bellport Board of Trustees will hold Budget Workshop Meetings  starting on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 2:00pm at Village Hall.

  • A Special Election will be held on April 7, 2026, to fill the Village Trustee seat in Bellport with polls open from 7:00AM to 9:00PM at the Community Center.

  • The Bayport-Blue Point Heritage Association is hosting its February General Membership Meeting on Sunday, February 15 and includes a raffle.

  • The Plaza Cinema is screening  Song Sung Blue from 1/30/26 - 2/12/26.

  • Patchogue Chamber General Member Meetingwill take place on February 4 at 6:00 PM. The event will still held at Ruta Oaxaca.

  • The Bellport Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Annual Installation Dinner on February 25 at Painter’s Restaurant.

  • Join Gaetano Giordano of Pizza by Tano for a DIY Pizza Making Class  on Feb. 19th in Blue Point.

  • The 2026 Patchogue Polar Plunge raising funds for eight local nonprofits returns February 8th.

  • Brookhaven offers defensive driving classes to improve road safety and reduce insurance premiums.

Community Highlights

Town of Brookhaven Recycling Calendar and Guidelines: A Must-Follow for Residents.

The  Town of Brookhaven Recycling Calendar is mandatory for residents to follow, with recyclables collected every Wednesday.

Paper and cardboard are collected separately from plastic and metal on alternating Wednesdays.

Acceptable items for curbside recycling include metal cans, foil, and plastic numbers 1, 2, and 5.

Paper items like newspapers, magazines, and cardboard must be properly prepared for recycling.

Residents are reminded to recycle correctly to avoid any violations.

Curby recycling cans can be purchased for $25, and a free Recycle Brookhaven Sticker can be requested for identification.

Contact the Town of Brookhaven for more information on recycling guidelines.

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