Stabbings, DWIs, and Festive Floats: Patchogue in Focus

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I hope everyone enjoyed Thanksgiving. Small business Saturday is this weekend. Support your local businesses. See some of our businesses in today’s edition.

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Local Pulse

🚔 Two police officers were assaulted while responding to an attempted robbery at a gas station in Patchogue, according to authorities. The suspect allegedly attacked the officers during the incident before being taken into custody. News 12 Long Island

🗡️ A man has been arrested following a stabbing at a Patchogue bar that left another man injured, police said. The incident occurred during a fight, and the victim was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Newsday

🌿 Bayport-Blue Point High School has unveiled a new outdoor wellness center designed to enhance student well-being. The space includes gardens, seating areas, and nature-focused features to promote relaxation and mindfulness. Greater Long Island

🚨 A sobriety checkpoint in Patchogue led to three DWI arrests, highlighting ongoing efforts to address impaired driving on Long Island's roads. Police conducted the operation as part of a broader initiative to enhance roadway safety. LI Life & Politics

🚨 A Long Island driver experienced a medical episode, resulting in a collision with a bicyclist in Suffolk County. Both the driver and the cyclist were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Audacy

🚔 A Medford woman was charged with DWI after a crash in North Patchogue that seriously injured a Shirley resident. The incident involved two vehicles, and the injured driver was taken to the hospital with critical injuries. Daily Voice

🏡 An affordable senior housing project in Medford has moved forward, thanks to IDA incentives. The development will include 67 rental units designed to provide accessible and affordable options for seniors. Long Island Business News

🎄 Patchogue's annual Christmas parade is set to take place this Saturday, featuring festive floats, live entertainment, and holiday cheer. The event will light up the streets, marking the start of the village’s holiday celebrations. Patch

🎄 Patchogue kicked off the holiday season with its annual Holiday Boat Parade, featuring festive, decorated vessels lighting up the waters. The beloved tradition drew crowds eager to celebrate with music, food, and holiday cheer. The Messenger

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Local Business

Community Highlights

• The Gabino Catering Hall is hosting a Holiday Gift Fair on December 14, 2024, in Medford, NY, featuring unique gift items, holiday decor, and local vendors. Learn more about the event here.

• Chops Steakhouse in Patchogue invites guests to celebrate the end of Prohibition with a festive 1920s-themed party featuring live jazz, cocktails, and vintage flair on December 3.

• The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County are hosting their annual Holiday Lights Show, a festive drive-through event filled with dazzling light displays, starting this holiday season.

• Don't Tell Comedy is bringing its secret pop-up comedy show to Long Island on December 14, 2024, featuring a surprise lineup of comedians and an undisclosed venue revealed only to ticket holders.

• The Keep it Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl is coming to Patchogue, inviting participants to don their ugliest holiday sweaters and enjoy drink specials, festive fun, and prizes on December 21.

• Catch Benedict Cumberbatch in the National Theatre Live's performance of Hamlet this Saturday, Nov. 30 at 10:30 AM. Experience Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy brought to life on the big screen. Learn more and get tickets here.

• The Reform Club is hosting its annual Blood Drive on Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 7:45 AM to 1:45 PM in the Bayport-Blue Point high school auditorium lobby. Help save lives by donating; one pint of blood can save up to three people! Learn more and sign up to donate.

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