Good Morning,
It’s been a busy start to the new year around town. From brave police officers and local fires to fun community contests and events, there’s a lot to catch up on. We've also got a heads-up on the wintry weather, some great classes coming up, and ways to get involved in your neighborhood.
Let’s dive in and see what’s happening!
-Brian Grant, managing editor, writer
Local Pulse
🚔 Two officers were hospitalized after a man allegedly drove off with an officer partially inside his SUV during a violent arrest outside X Bar on Main Street in Patchogue around 4 a.m. Saturday. As officers attempted to intervene, one suspect accelerated while another was being pulled from the passenger seat, dragging an officer several feet. Both suspects were later stopped nearby and continued to resist arrest, resulting in injuries to both officers. Daily Voice
🚔 Three Suffolk police officers reunited Friday with the 8-year-old boy they rescued after he fell through ice on Christmas Day at Heatherwood Lakeside Village in East Patchogue. The reunion took place at police headquarters in Yaphank, where the officers were honored for their quick response. Patch
🚒 Arson Squad detectives are investigating a fire that broke out just after 11 p.m. on New Year’s night at a home on Jones Street in North Patchogue, where multiple 911 calls reported flames coming from an attached garage. All residents made it out safely with no injuries, and the cause of the blaze remains under investigation. News12
🌨️ A wintry mix is possible Monday afternoon across Long Island, with clouds building after a sunny start and temperatures staying in the low 30s before dipping into the 20s overnight. Forecasters say the mix could affect travel during the late day and early evening, though no major accumulation is expected. News 12 Long Island
🚒 Firefighters responded to a home on South Country Road in East Patchogue just before 6 a.m. Friday for smoke damage, ventilating the property upon arrival. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the incident is still under investigation. Damage appears to be limited to the structure. The Legal Advocate
🎉 Winners have been announced in Bellport’s Sixth Annual Wreath Contest, with entries #15, #22, and #23 taking first, second, and third place. Participants whose wreaths won are asked to contact Village Hall to learn how to claim their prizes, which are being generously donated by the Bellport Chamber of Commerce. Bellport Village
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Community Highlights
Senior Happenings classes return to the Bellport Community Center, offering sessions like Stronger Seniors and Chair Yoga to help older adults stay active and engaged. Bellport Community Center
The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review applications and hear public comments on zoning matters on January 6 at 6:00 PM. Patchogue Village
The Brookhaven Highway Department and Suffolk County Sheriff's Office are hosting a Child Safety Seat Check to ensure your car seats are properly installed and safe, at no cost. Safety Town
The Brookhaven Highway Department’s Division of Traffic Safety is hosting a Defensive Driving class on January 7 from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center in Mt. Sinai. Space is limited. Call 631-451-5312 to register.
Bellport Village Court will be open for ticket payments, which can be made by check, cash, or money order payable to the Village of Bellport Justice Court. Bellport Village Court
The Greater Long Island Running Club hosts the 16th Annual 10 Mile Brewery Run in memory of Ric DiVeglio, starting at The Sandbar in Patchogue on January 17 at 8:00 AM. 10 Mile Brewery Run
The Town of Brookhaven will host a Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Luncheon on January 19 from 12 PM to 3 PM at the Bellport Country Club, co-sponsored by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority and the Brookhaven NAACP. Brookhaven MLK Luncheon
Kick off your survival skills journey with Survival Basics and Preparedness, the first in a 10-part workshop series led by expert educator Michael A. Evans, covering emergency scenarios and foundational techniques. CEED Washington Lodge
The Bayport-Blue Point Heritage Association is hosting its first 2026 General Membership Meeting on January 18 with a talk on What is the HOT in Hot Chocolate? Bean to Cup by Diane Schwindt at the BBP Library. [Bayport-Blue Point Heritage Association]
The Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center is showing Marty Supreme, a bold comedy-drama about one man's wild pursuit of greatness, playing through January 8. [Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center]
Suffolk County is offering its evidence-based Learn To Be…Tobacco Free cessation program, a free virtual series starting January 20 to help residents quit tobacco with behavioral support and medication guidance. [Suffolk County Government]
The Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Meeting and Election of Officers and Directors on January 20 at 8 AM at the Patchogue-Medford Library; members in good standing are encouraged to attend and vote. [Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce]
Join art historian Thomas Germano for Learning to Look | Pre-Columbian Mexico on January 22, 2026, at 6:30 PM, as he explores 3,000 years of Mesoamerican art and architecture from the Olmec to the Aztecs. Attend in person at 20 Terry Street, Patchogue, or online via Zoom.
The Patchogue Lioness Lions Club is hosting a Blood Drive on Friday, January 2, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Patchogue Ambulance Company, located at 336 West Main Street in Patchogue. Donors will receive a choice of fuzzy socks or a winter hat while supplies last, and appointments can be made by contacting Melissa at [email protected].
The Museum of Contemporary Art Long Island is presenting Mexico; Past & Present, a solo exhibition of works by Kelynn Z. Alder curated by John Cino, on view from December 13, 2025 to February 15, 2026. [Patchogue Arts Council]
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