Ernesto Hangs Around

Good morning!

Hurricane Ernesto is still impacting the region. State beaches are still closed to swimming.

-Brian Grant, managing editor, writer

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Local Pulse

🎉 The final "Alive After Five" festival of the summer in Patchogue was a vibrant celebration with live music, local vendors, and a lively crowd. Check out the photos capturing the community spirit! Greater Long Island

🚒 Patchogue native Edward Rush has been elected as the president of New York's Firefighters Association. He plans to focus on advocacy and support for firefighters across the state. Greater Long Island

✈️ A small plane landed in a field near a residential area in Shirley near Calabro Airport. Fortunately, no one was injured, and the cause of the crash is under investigation. Newsday

🏖️ Swimming is prohibited at all Long Island beaches due to dangerous rip currents. Authorities have issued warnings to keep beachgoers safe as the risks remain high. News 12

🌧️ Torrential overnight rain caused major flooding and prompted water rescues across the area, according to the National Weather Service. The severe weather left many roads impassable and damaged properties. Patch

Community Highlights

• Lighthouse Mission is hosting its annual Back-to-School event and is requesting donations to help provide essential supplies for children in need, ensuring they start the school year prepared and confident.

• The United Veterans Organization of Patchogue, including the VFW Post 2913, American Legion Post 269, and AmVets Post 111, invites you to attend a 9-11 Ceremony on September 11 at 9:00 a.m. at the September 11 Memorial Park on Maiden Lane at the corner of Cedar Ave. The event will honor the memory of those lost with a gathering at a park by the water, marked by a flag.

• Record Stop celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking half a century as a beloved music store in the community. The event highlights the store's rich history and its continued commitment to serving music lovers.

• The Medford Community Blood Drive is happening on September 3rd, providing an opportunity for residents to donate blood and help save lives in the community.

• The NYS Parks Long Island Environmental Education will host a "Breakfast with the Birds" event in the Patchogue area, offering participants a chance to enjoy a morning meal while learning about and observing local bird species in their natural habitat.

• Shakedown Citi is set to perform at 89 North Music Venue tonight, promising an energetic show filled with great music.

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