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Vote 2024

Early voting is now underway in Suffolk County, giving residents a convenient way to cast their ballots ahead of Election Day. Local voters can visit either the South Country Ambulance station at 420 Station Road in Bellport or the Bayport-Bluepoint Public Library at 186 Middle Road in Blue Point. These sites provide accessible, nearby options for voters to avoid Election Day crowds and participate at a time that works best for them.

Early voting hours run from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on most days, with extended evening hours on October 31 and November 1. Suffolk County’s Board of Elections encourages voters to take advantage of these extended hours. For more details, including a full schedule and additional locations, residents can visit the Suffolk County Board of Elections website here.

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Local Pulse

💵 Two Patchogue businesses fell victim to counterfeit $100 bills, prompting warnings from the Chamber o Commerce to local merchants. The fake bills have raised concerns among shop owners, urging increased vigilance in cash transactions. Patch

🚨 A 51-year-old Coram resident has been charged with first-degree assault after allegedly striking a 63-year-old woman with her minivan following a dispute in a North Bellport parking lot. The victim sustained serious injuries and was transported to Long Island Community Hospital. [Daily Voice]

☀️ Construction has begun on new solar carports in Patchogue, a project aimed at producing renewable energy while providing shaded parking. This initiative is part of the county’s broader commitment to sustainable infrastructure. [Suffolk County News]

Community Highlights

• Join the Veterans Day Cemetery Tour and Cleanup to honor and preserve the legacy of veterans through a guided tour and community cleanup event.

• Nick Tokman, known for his role on Deadliest Catch, visited Academy Street Elementary and Bayport-Blue Point High School to share his motivational talk, "Become your captain: catch your future," inspiring students to overcome obstacles, handle peer pressure, and stay focused on their goals. [BBP Schools]

• The Patchogue-Medford High School performed at the 2024 Newsday Marching Band Festival, showcasing their musical and marching talents among other Long Island high schools in a celebrated annual event. [Newsday]

• Join Stephen DeVito at the Greater Patchogue Historical Society Museum as he chronicles the journey of his great-grandparents, Barbara Patete and Antonio DeVito, Italian immigrants who settled in Patchogue in the 1890s, sharing stories about their challenges and achievements, including work at Patchogue-Plymouth Mills and the historic Boynton Bicycle Railroad. [GPHS Museum]

• Kaleidoscope of Grief is an upcoming art exhibit at PAC MoCA L.I., running from November 23 to December 1, 2024, featuring works that explore themes of grief. Join the opening reception on November 23 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, with a panel discussion, "Exploring Grief Through Art," from 4:00 - 5:00 PM, available both in-person and via Zoom. [MoCA L.I.]

• Free woodchips are available in Patchogue for anyone interested in collecting them for landscaping or gardening needs.

• Halloween Night: Reggaetón, Global Latin Sounds at Stereo Garden will feature an electrifying evening of Latin music, reggaetón, and global beats on October 31, perfect for a festive Halloween celebration in Patchogue, NY.

• The Golf Commission Meeting on October 30 from 6:00 – 7:00 pm at Bellport Community Center will feature Darcia Palmer, Village Treasurer, presenting an overview of the Enterprise Fund.

• The Board of Trustees Hearing for Bellport Village is scheduled for October 28, 2024, at 7:00 pm, where the Board will discuss community issues and projects.

• An Estate Sale is happening in Patchogue, NY, featuring an array of vintage items, furniture, and collectibles. EstateSales.net

Community Charities

🦃 Lighthouse Mission is preparing to provide Thanksgiving meals for Long Island families in need, inviting donations and volunteers to support their outreach efforts. This annual initiative helps bring holiday cheer to struggling families through food and fellowship. Lighthouse Mission

Local Sports

Here’s the final Boys Soccer standings for our local schools as of October 23, 2024. Patchogue-Medford starts the playoffs today vs Newfield.

• Patchogue-Medford 4-3-1 League, 7-4-2 League + MNL, 9-5-2 Overall

• Bellport 3-9-2 League, 3-9-2 League + MNL, 4-10-2 Overall

• Bayport-Blue Point 0-10-0 League, 0-16-0 Overall

Here's the final Boys Volleyball standings for our local schools as of October 25, 2024! Bayport-Blue Point lost in the first round of the playoffs to Smithtown West on October 26.

• Patchogue-Medford 7-7-0 League, 7-7-0 Overall

• Bayport-Blue Point 8-6-0 League, 8-6-0 Overall

Here are the final standings for Boys Golf for our local teams. Keep cheering them on as they wrap up their season! Bayport-Blue Point meets Ward-Melville in their payoff match today.

• Patchogue-Medford 1-9-0 League, 1-9-0 Overall

• Bellport 1-9-0 League, 1-9-0 Overall

• Bayport-Blue Point 10-0-0 League, 10-0-0 Overall

Here’s the latest Girls Gymnastics standings for our local teams as of October 25, 2024.

• Patchogue-Medford 5-0-0 League, 8-1-0 Overall

Here are the latest standings in Girls Volleyball as of October 25, 2024, for our local schools. The competition is heating up as we approach the season's end!

• Patchogue-Medford 12-3-0 League, 12-3-0 Overall

• Bellport 4-7-0 League, 5-9-0 Overall

• Bayport-Blue Point 7-5-0 League, 7-7-0 Overall

Here's a look at the final standings in Field Hockey for our local schools as of October 23, 2024. Both teams start the playoffs on Tuesday, October 27th.

• Patchogue-Medford 8-6-0 League, 8-6-0 Overall

• Bayport-Blue Point 14-2-0 League, 14-2-0 Overall

Here are the final standings for Girls Soccer as of October 24, 2024. Patchogue-Medford starts the playoffs today vs Sachem North. Bayport meets Mattituck on Tuesday.

• Patchogue-Medford 6-2-0 League, 9-4-0 League + MNL, 9-6-0 Overall

• Bellport 4-7-1 League, 4-7-1 League + MNL, 8-7-1 Overall

• Bayport-Blue Point 10-2-0 League, 10-2-0 League + MNL, 12-2-1 Overall

Here are the final standings in Girls Swimming as of October 25, 2024.

• Sayville/Bayport 4-0-0 League, 6-2-0 Overall

🏈 Bellport surged to a 43-0 win over Smithtown East, with Kingston John rushing for 100 yards and a 65-yard touchdown. Braydon Cipp threw two touchdown and added a rushing TD, while Hayden Tooker returned a fumble 82 yards for a score.

🏈 Bayport-Blue Point continued their undefeated season with a 46-7 victory over Port Jefferson, led by Hank Bosse’s 101 rushing yards and a touchdown. Sean Coffey contributed two touchdowns on three carries, while Dylan Craig and Colin Clark added long scoring runs.

🏈 Lindenhurst dominated Patchogue-Medford in a 34-0 victory, with Joseph Scavone rushing for 130 yards and two touchdowns on 12 carries as Patchogue-Medford fell to 2-5.

🏆 At the U23 World Championships, Max Gallagher (57 kg) from Blue Point, N.Y., representing Pennsylvania RTC, advanced to the quarterfinals with a dominant 10-0 technical fall win over Daniil Yushkouski (Individual Neutral Athlete). USA Wrestling

⚽ First-place St. Joseph's Long Island edged out Maritime College 1-0 in a tightly contested Skyline Conference matchup. A decisive second-half goal secured the victory, keeping St. Joseph's at the top of the standings. [Maritime Athletics]

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