Crime, Cards & Candy

Issue #264

Author

Brian Grant
November 03, 2025

Good Morning,

A serious arrest in Medford, reminders to get ready for Election Day, and some good ways to give back this holiday season. There’s also live music, local markets, and a sweet way to share leftover candy. Let’s get into it.

-Brian Grant, managing editor, writer

Local Pulse

🚨 A Long Island man has been charged with sexually abusing three children at a T.J. Maxx in Medford on separate occasions, according to Suffolk County police. The 44-year-old was arrested and faces multiple charges, including Sexual Abuse in the First Degree. [Daily Voice]

🗳️ Election Day is Tuesday, November 4, 2025, and New York voters can check their registration status, polling location, and voting districts using the official voter lookup tool. Make sure you're prepared before heading to the polls! [New York State Board of Elections]

🎄 Help spread holiday cheer! From November 3 to December 10, 2025, NYS Senator Dean Murray and Voices for Seniors are collecting holiday cards and letters for seniors in local nursing homes. Drop off handmade or store-bought cards at 90-B West Main Street, Patchogue during business hours. [New York State Senate]

🍲 The Patchogue Neighbors Soup Kitchens Fundraiser Gala is set for Thursday, November 13, featuring live music, appetizers, and a dinner inspired by the soup kitchen’s own menu. Reserve your spot to support local food programs by contacting the church at [email protected] or (631) 475-1235. [Congregational Church of Patchogue]

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Community Highlights

  • The Better Man Distilling Co. is hosting its 5th Annual Holiday Market with local vendors, cocktails, and live music on Nov. 29–30. Enjoy doggy photo ops and performances by Andrew Weiss & Friends and the Brian Mancuso Band. The Better Man Distilling Co.

  • The Bayport-Blue Point Heritage Association invites all to its General Membership meetings at the BBP Library, featuring raffles and community updates. On Sunday, November 16, Marsha Collock will present Films of the American Great Depression: 1929–1939, exploring how classic cinema provided both reflection and escape during tough times. BBPHA

  • Robert Bruey and the Shadow Cats are playing live at People's Pub in Bayport on Friday, November 7th at 8:30 PM. Don’t miss this night of music on Bayport Ave, Bayport, NY.

  • Got leftover candy? Donate it to Lighthouse Mission, where it’s used to bring joy to children at food distributions. Drop off donations at 1543 Montauk Hwy, Bellport, Monday through Saturday. [Lighthouse Mission]

  • Historian Christopher Verga is presenting Saving Fire Island from Robert Moses, a lecture on grassroots efforts that preserved the island’s natural beauty from highway development. Join the event at Connetquot River State Park Preserve. [Patch]

  • Corey Feldman and Kerri Green are taking The Goonies on a 40th anniversary screening tour with behind-the-scenes stories and Q&A sessions in March 2026. Get tickets now to join the adventure. [New York Post]

  • The Plaza Cinema is showing If I Had Legs I'd Kick You (2025, R) from 10/31–11/6 — a gripping mystery‑thriller where Linda (Rose Byrne) is thrown into chaos by her child’s illness, a missing person and a fracturing marriage.

  • The Lighthouse Mission is collecting Thanksgiving food donations to support local families in need. Drop off items at 1543 Montauk Hwy, Bellport by Saturday, November 15, Monday–Friday (9AM–4PM) or Saturday (10AM–2PM).

  • NYS Senator Dean Murray has opened his Thanksgiving Day Student Showcase, inviting students to submit essays, poems, or artwork about what they’re thankful for by November 21. [NYS Senate]

  • The Town of Brookhaven’s Youth Bureau and INTERFACE Program are hosting a Thanksgiving Food Drive from October 14 to November 13, collecting non-perishable food items and $10 grocery gift cards to help families in need enjoy the holiday season. [Town of Brookhaven]

  • Take a peaceful virtual stroll through downtown Patchogue in this 4K walking tour by Walking with Genny, showcasing the charm and walkability of one of Long Island’s most inviting villages.

Community Highlights

Local Sports

⚽ Connor Leahy netted the game-winner in double overtime, assisted by Keira McCormack, as No. 4 Bayport-Blue Point upset top-seeded Islip 1-0 in the Suffolk Class A girls soccer semifinals. With 10 saves from Alex Kaler, BBP advances to its first county final since 2011 and will face No. 2 Sayville on Sunday. [Newsday]⚽ Connor Leahy netted the game-winner in double overtime, assisted by Keira McCormack, as No. 4 Bayport-Blue Point upset top-seeded Islip 1-0 in the Suffolk Class A girls soccer semifinals. With 10 saves from Alex Kaler, BBP advances to its first county final since 2011 and will face No. 2 Sayville on Sunday. [Newsday]

🤼‍♂️ Medford native Ben Katz helped Springfield College open its wrestling season with two dual meet wins over New England College and Norwich University in Henniker, N.H. Katz sealed the 34-10 win against New England with a 9-3 decision at heavyweight, pushing Springfield to a 2-0 start. [Springfield College Athletics]

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