🚨 More Arrests Expected +❄️ Ice Boaters Return

Good Morning,

The kidnapping case of a Patchogue girl continues to grow. Looks like the groundhogs say winter is continuing on Long Island.

Have a great day.

-Brian Grant, managing editor, writer

Local Pulse

🚨 More arrests are expected in the alleged sex trafficking case of Long Island teen Emmarae Gervasi, according to sources. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the case, which has already led to multiple charges. New York Post

🔥 A house fire broke out in Patchogue, sending thick smoke into the air as firefighters rushed to contain the flames. Officials have not yet reported any injuries, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation. News 12 Long Island

❄️ After nearly a decade, the ice boaters of Bellport Bay finally had the perfect conditions to take to the frozen waters. Enthusiasts gathered to race across the ice, embracing a tradition that has been on hold due to years of mild winters. Greater Long Island

❄️ Long Island’s groundhogs have spoken—more winter is on the way! Holtsville Hal and Malverne Mel both predicted six more weeks of cold weather during their annual Groundhog Day appearances. Greater Long Island

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• Grades 7-12 Special Education Teacher at Blue Sea Educational Consulting

• Outside Sales at 84 Lumber

• Pharmacy Intern at CVS

• Office Coordinator at Catholic Health

Please note that job availability and details may change over time.

Community Highlights

• The BBP Heritage Association is hosting its General Membership Meeting at the BBP Library, welcoming all community members to join and stay informed. "History Through Genealogy" with Roy Fedelem, President of the Sayville Historical Society, on Sunday, February 23, 2025, from 2:00-4:00 PM. Learn more here.

• Learn essential skills at the Wilderness Survival Workshop: Cordage & Rope Making on February 8, 2025. Discover techniques for creating rope and cordage using natural materials. [Patchogue Events]

• Experience a night of vibrant music with El Chaval de la Bachata in Patchogue on February 8, 2025, bringing the best of bachata to the stage. [Patchogue Events]

• The Village of Bellport Board of Assessment Review will hold Tax Grievance Day on February 18, where residents can submit complaints regarding property assessments. The meeting will take place at Village Hall (29 Bellport Lane) from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

• Join the Bellport Chamber of Commerce for its 2025 Installation Dinner on February 12 at the Bellport Country Club from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. This Valentine’s Week celebration is a great opportunity for networking, community engagement, and business connections, with live music by The Sitting Ducks. Tickets are $50 per person, and advance registration is required.

• AR Workshop Patchogue is now registering for a Teen Workshop - Specialty Glass Bottle Painting on Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. There are 12 seats available for this creative session at their Patchogue location.

Local Sports

🏊‍♂️ Le Moyne’s swim and dive teams wrapped up their regular season with a dual meet against Cornell, featuring strong performances from Bayport-Blue Point athletes. Senior Brenna Horan placed third in the 100-yard IM, while freshman Shannon Swezey secured third in the 50-yard backstroke and second in the 100-yard freestyle. Le Moyne Athletics

🥇 The Patchogue-Medford High School’s competitive dance team, the Raiderettes, made history by competing in their first-ever competition—and they didn’t just participate, they took home double gold! Their impressive debut sets a high bar for the future of the program. South Shore Press

Track & Field Update

Patchogue-Medford, Bellport, and Bayport-Blue Point athletes had strong performances at the Section XI Boys Large School Team Championships at Suffolk County Community College!

Top Performances:

Boys 55m Dash

• Jayden Stroman (Patchogue-Medford) - 6.68 (8th Place)

• Evan Fraser (Patchogue-Medford) - 6.79 (16th Place)

Boys 300m Dash

• Evan Fraser (Patchogue-Medford) - 36.09 (1st Place) 🥇

• Raymond Kreamer (Bellport) - 37.19 (5th Place)

• Ryan Lazaridis (Patchogue-Medford) - 38.34 (14th Place)

• Isaiah Reyes (Patchogue-Medford) - 38.80 (17th Place)

Boys 600m Run

• Vincent Pitre Jr. (Bellport) - 1:25.57 (1st Place) 🥇

• Desmond Escobar (Bellport) - 1:28.81 (9th Place)

• Cody Pabst (Bellport) - 1:40.50 (20th Place)

Boys 1000m Run

• Colin Jennings (Patchogue-Medford) - 2:47.03 (15th Place)

• Vincent Pitre Jr. (Bellport) - DNF

• Raymond Velez (Patchogue-Medford) - DNF

Boys 1600m Run

• Raymond Velez (Patchogue-Medford) - 4:40.63 (7th Place)

• Colin Jennings (Patchogue-Medford) - 4:55.84 (17th Place)

Boys Long Jump

• Jerry Amaya (Bellport) - 19'5.25" (16th Place)

Boys Shot Put

• Jeremiah Newsome (Patchogue-Medford) - 40'9" (17th Place)

• Treyvon Holland (Bellport) - 44'9" (5th Place)

Relays:
4x200m Relay
🥇 Patchogue-Medford (1st Place) - 1:31.78 (Evan Fraser, Brody Sorensen, Ryan Lazaridis, Jayden Stroman)

4x400m Relay

• Bellport - 3:39.16 (6th Place)

4x800m Relay

• Bellport - 9:30.63 (16th Place)

Team Standings:
8️⃣ Patchogue-Medford - 20 points
9️⃣ Bellport - 15 points

Great efforts all around! Keep pushing!

Sports Recap for 1/30

Boys Basketball
Patchogue-Medford 54 Longwood 75

Girls Basketball
Bayport-Blue Point 45 Islip 40
Patchogue-Medford 47 Longwood 56

Wrestling
Bayport-Blue Point 3 Sayville 70

Tough battles on the court and the mat!

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