Trump’s Return, Local Races, and Long Island Fire Risks 🔥

Good morning!

The country mobilized for election day yesterday. In an interesting twist, it marked the first time since Edison Research began conducting exit polls in 2004 that independent voters made up a larger share of total turnout than one of the two main U.S. political parties. This was noted in Reuters story.

Maybe we are becoming less partisan? Not likely, but it was a shift in how people view themselves.

AP just announced Trump as the winner, let’s see how the country handles the news.

-Brian Grant, managing editor, writer

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Local Pulse

🗳️ Donald Trump has won the U.S. presidency, according to the Associated Press, with results finalized in the early hours of November 6, 2024. This election victory marks Trump’s return to the White House after his first term ended in 2021. Associated Press

Rob Lubin has conceded in the race for New York’s 2nd Congressional District, congratulating Congressman Andrew Garbarino on his victory. Lubin expressed pride in his campaign's focus on issues like affordable housing, healthcare, and public safety for Long Island’s South Shore. [Patch]

🗳️ Incumbent Joseph DeStefano leads in New York’s 3rd Assembly District race with 58% of the vote, while challenger Trina R. Miles trails at 41.09%. DeStefano, first elected in 2018, secured 64% in the previous election. [Patch]

💼 Long Island officials are ramping up efforts to support small businesses, emphasizing programs that foster local economic growth and provide resources for entrepreneurs. The initiatives aim to strengthen the business landscape amid ongoing economic challenges. Long Island Press

🔥 Suffolk fire officials are urging residents to exercise caution as dry conditions persist, increasing the risk of wildfires. Officials advise avoiding open flames and ensuring that cigarette butts and outdoor fires are fully extinguished to prevent accidental fires. Patch

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Community Highlights

• The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County will host their annual Holiday Light Show at Camp Edey in Bayport, NY, on Friday and Saturday nights starting November 29, 2024. The show features an immersive half-mile walk-through with dazzling light displays, festive activities, and Santa visits, creating an enchanting holiday experience for families.

• The Village of Bellport will hold its fifth annual Wreath Decorating Contest this holiday season, inviting participants to showcase their creativity with festive wreath designs. The contest is open to the first 54 people. Decorated wreaths will be displayed around the village, spreading holiday cheer to the community.

• On November 8, Candace Bushnell brings her one-woman show, "Candace Bushnell: True Tales of Sex, Success and Sex and the City," to the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts. The show offers an inside look at the origins of Sex and the City, Bushnell's journey, and the creation of her iconic character Carrie Bradshaw.

• Join the "Learning to Look: Native American Art" presentation on November 20, 2024, at 6:30 pm, hosted by PAC•MoCA L.I. and the Patchogue-Medford Library. This Zoom event offers a broad survey of Native American art, exploring artifacts from pre-Columbian civilizations to post-colonial tribal arts, including pictographs, totem poles, and ceremonial attire. Register by emailing [email protected].

• The Patchogue Run Club invites runners of all levels to join their next group run on November 9, 2024. This weekly event fosters a fun and supportive community atmosphere for anyone looking to stay active and meet new friends.

• PSEG Long Island is offering assistance to eligible customers as winter heating season approaches, helping those in need manage their energy bills. Programs include payment plans, financial aid, and energy efficiency tips to ease the burden during colder months.

• Clarins is hosting a meet-and-greet with Erica Taylor on Eventbrite, scheduled for November 15, 2024, from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Attendees can connect with Erica Taylor and enjoy exclusive insights into Clarins products and skincare tips.

• Back to the Garden 1969: The Woodstock Experience is coming to the Patchogue Theatre on March 1, 2025, at 8 PM. This multimedia theatrical event pays tribute to the legendary sounds and artists of Woodstock, featuring period costumes, video, and storytelling that capture the spirit of the 60s. Presale tickets for PTPA members start on November 6 at 10 AM, with public sales opening November 8 at 10 AM.

• Margarita Espada presents Borderland, 2024, a special performance and conversation on November 16 at 6:00 PM at Patchogue Arts Council • MOCA L.I. This immersive theater piece blends dance, multimedia, and visual art to explore themes of identity and belonging in the "borderland" experience, capturing the intricate intersections of culture and personal narrative.

Non-Profit News

• Join the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts Virtual 5K or 10K and support local arts from anywhere! Participate anytime from October 30th to December 31, logging your distance virtually while helping raise funds for the theatre. Patchogue Theatre Virtual 5K/10K

• "A Bike Under Every Tree 2024" on Sunday, Nov. 17, at 12:00 PM at Porters on the Lane, Bellport, NY. Attendees will create a 5x7 framed beach-themed Christmas tree art using sea glass, shells, and resin. Cost is $35 per person, with proceeds supporting the Angels of Long Island Holiday Miracle Toy Drive to fund bikes for kids. Attendees are encouraged to bring beachy treasures and a smock. For reservations, text MaryGrace at 631-334-9254.

Local Sports

🏈 In Division IV playoff action, top-seeded Bayport-Blue Point will face off against No. 8 Greenport-Southold-Mattituck (4-4) on Friday at 6 p.m. The Phantoms have showcased a dominant defense this season, allowing just 10 points or fewer in each of their eight games.

🏈 Top-seeded East Islip enters its quarter-final game on Friday at 6 p.m. against No. 8 Bellport with an explosive offense, scoring over 40 points in six games this season. The rivals met just last Saturday, where East Islip claimed a decisive 40-14 victory on Bellport’s turf.

🎾 Bayport-Blue Point clinched its first-ever Long Island tennis title, defeating Cold Spring Harbor in a hard-fought final. The win marks a historic achievement for Bayport-Blue Point's tennis program. Long Island Tennis Magazine

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