Public Workshop in Bellport, School Threats Rise, & Dangerous Recall

Good morning!

A new workshop is coming this week for the community to have input into shaping the future of north Bellport.

Have a great day

-Brian Grant, managing editor, writer

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Shaping North Bellport’s Future

North Bellport’s second public workshop for the NY Forward (NYF) program will be held on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at the Boys and Girls Club of the Bellport Area, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. This workshop follows the first meeting held in June, where community members came together in a structured and interactive format to share their ideas and vision for North Bellport’s future.

The first workshop began with an overview of the NY Forward program, presented by the Local Planning Committee (LPC) co-chairs and a team of consultants. The presentation outlined key challenges and opportunities facing the community, including the need for affordable housing, improved public transportation, and local economic growth. After the introduction, participants broke into roundtable discussions, where they worked in smaller groups to brainstorm ideas on a series of focused questions. Topics included prioritizing community needs, identifying desired amenities, and discussing the long-term vision for North Bellport.

Each group then presented their findings to the larger audience, sharing ideas such as establishing a business incubator, improving traffic safety on Montauk Highway, and creating more community spaces for families and youth. Participants also voiced strong support for beautification projects and new affordable housing developments.

Workshop #2 will continue to give attendees another chance to participate in interactive discussions and help prioritize projects that could be funded through the NY Forward initiative. The feedback from this session will be critical in shaping the final recommendations for North Bellport’s revitalization.

All community members are encouraged to attend and share their input. For more information and ongoing updates, visit the project website: bit.ly/NorthBellportNYF.

Local Pulse

🚓 A person was hospitalized with minor injuries following a crash involving an emergency vehicle, police report. The incident occurred on Long Island, and details about the circumstances are still being investigated. News 12.

🏫 Police report that there have been at least 60 threats made to Long Island schools since the start of the school year. Authorities are investigating the surge in threats and working to ensure student safety. Read more here.

⚠️ HP Hood LLC is recalling select units of 96 oz Lactaid milk, with some of the recalled products sold in New York, due to potential contamination with almond allergens. Those with nut allergies should check their purchases, as consuming the affected milk could be dangerous. Recall details

🚨 A Patchogue store owner was arrested after police seized illegal vaping products and gambling machines from the business. Authorities acted on a tip, confiscating a variety of contraband items during the raid. Long Island Life and Politics

Community Highlights

• Astrobot and Rumbabot have arrived in Patchogue and are ready to dance! Need a dance partner? Check out this video and get ready to join the fun!

• Start your Wednesday off with Chamber Friends!

  Join us for the Chamber General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, September 25th, at 8am at Bayport Flower Houses, 940 Montauk Highway, Bayport, NY 11705. Enjoy coffee, donuts, and networking with fellow businesses and organizations as we discuss community business issues, exciting opportunities like THE EXPO, and grant options. Bring your questions and share what's new with your business or organization. For more info, email Karl at [email protected].

• Catholic Health will be offering free health screenings through its Mobile Outreach Bus on September 26, 2024, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at St. Sylvester RC Church, 68 Ohio Avenue, Medford, NY 11763. Catholic Health Mobile Outreach Bus - Medford

• Catholic Health will be offering free health screenings through its Mobile Outreach Bus on September 24, 2024, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at Patchogue Family YMCA, 255 West Main Street, Patchogue, NY 11772. Catholic Health Mobile Outreach Bus - Patchogue

Local Sports

Here are the latest scores from 9/19 for our local teams:

Girls Tennis 

Bayport-Blue Point 7 Port Jefferson 0

Bellport 0 Ward Melville 7

Patchogue-Medford 4 Miller Place 3

Girls Volleyball 

Bayport-Blue Point 0 Sayville 3

Patchogue-Medford 3 Longwood 0

Field Hockey 

Bayport-Blue Point 8 West Babylon 0

Girls Soccer 

Bellport 1 East Islip 4

That wraps up another exciting round of games! Keep supporting our local teams as they continue their seasons. Go Raiders, Clippers, and Phantoms!

Freshman JJ Aiello, a midfielder from Bayport, N.Y., brings his Bayport-Blue Point roots to Rutgers men's lacrosse. A standout in both soccer and lacrosse, Aiello was named an All-American and Midfielder of the Year in soccer, while also earning All-State and All-County honors in lacrosse. Men's Lacrosse Welcomes Newcomers.

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