Fire tragedy, local fun, and sports wins

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-Brian Grant, managing editor, writer

Local Pulse

😢 A devastating fire at Happy Cat Sanctuary on Long Island killed its founder and over 100 rescued cats, while other cats survived and are being treated or searched for in the debris. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Associated Press

🕵️ A 22-year-old man was fatally stabbed in the neck in East Patchogue, and Suffolk police are asking for the public’s help to identify the suspect. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues. News 12 Long Island

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Community Highlights

• Pinball Long Island, the beloved downtown Patchogue arcade known for having the largest public collection of pinball machines in New York state, has officially closed its doors. [Greater Long Island]

• The Musical Box is performing the iconic Genesis Live show on June 18, 2025, at the Patchogue Theatre. Experience Genesis' masterpieces like "Supper’s Ready" and rarities from "Nursery Cryme" and "Foxtrot" in a faithful re-creation of their 1973 performance. Patchogue Theatre

• Living Colour is bringing their powerful fusion of rock, funk, and metal to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Time's Up on May 15, 2025. Living Colour "Times' Up" 35th Anniversary Celebration tickets range from $50 to $80, with presale starting April 2. [Patchogue Theatre]

• The Bayport-Blue Point Heritage Association is hosting The Deep Roots of Music on Long Island on April 13, 2025, featuring JK Hodge performing a live piano score to the 1926 Buster Keaton film The General. [Bayport-Blue Point Heritage Association]

• Bango, a quick-serve restaurant specializing in salads, grain bowls, poke bowls, acai bowls, and avocado toasts, is set to open a new location at 863 Montauk Highway in Bayport. This will be Bango's tenth location, with others planned in Plainview and Centereach. The opening date is pending permits and construction. [Patch]

• Lighthouse Mission is spreading joy to children in need by collecting Bible Baskets filled with candy, toys, crafts, and messages.—drop-offs accepted through April 12.

• Kids Camp registration opens April 7 for residents and April 21 for non-residents—look on the Bellport Village Site for the sign-up form. [Bellport Village]

• The Bellport Fire Department's St. Patrick's Day Parade kicks off Saturday, April 5 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, followed by a celebration at the firehouse until 4:00 PM. [Bellport Village]

Community Highlights

Local Sports

🥍 Julia Fusco was named Co-Rookie of the Week after posting five points over two wins for Stony Brook, including a career-high three goals in a dominant 20-3 victory over William & Mary. The freshman midfielder is helping the Seawolves stay perfect in CAA play. CAA Sports

Here’s your local sports rundown from Monday, March 31st—solid action across the board for our Patchogue-Medford, Bellport, and Bayport-Blue Pt squads. Let’s get into the scores:

Baseball
Bayport-Blue Pt 11 Elwood/J Glenn 0
Bellport 0 East Islip 15

Softball
Bayport-Blue Pt 15 Southampton 2
Bellport 3 Centereach 1

Boys Lacrosse
Bellport 6 Matt/Gpt/Shld 7

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