Good Morning,

This week brings serious news from our community, along with school milestones and plenty of ways to enjoy summer close to home. Read on for local updates, events, music, art, and family activities across the area.

Brian Grant
Editor

A pedestrian was hit and killed by a tractor-trailer Thursday night in North Bellport. Suffolk police say the man was on Station Road when the vehicle struck him around 10:30 p.m. Read full story →

A Bay Shore man was indicted on sex trafficking charges after prosecutors said he used violence, drugs and threats to force a woman into commercial sex acts over several days at the Shore Motor Inn in Patchogue.  Read full story →

• Bayport-Blue Point Students Celebrate Moving Up Milestones – Students across the district marked important transitions during recent ceremonies. Read more →

• Bayport-Blue Point Names Alumnus as Next Superintendent – The Board of Education has appointed Robert E. Haas as the district's next superintendent. Haas, a 1997 graduate of Bayport-Blue Point High School. Read more →

• Bellport Village Summer Sunday Sanitation Service – The Village will offer optional Sunday sanitation service during the 2026 summer season from July 5 through September 6.  Learn more →

• Bellport Village 2026 Summer Concert Series – The Village has announced its annual summer concert series lineup for 2026. Concerts are held at the Village Gazebo. For the complete schedule of performers and dates, download the official concert series program. Download full schedule (PDF) →

• 68th Annual Artists on the Lane – The South Bay Art Association presents its annual outdoor art show featuring local artists displaying their work along Bellport Lane.  Learn more →

• Alive on the River – Thursday, July 2 from 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Kick off your Independence Day weekend on the Patchogue River with live music, waterfront views, festive drinks, and summer fun at Patchogue's favorite riverfront destinations. Learn more →

• Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center – Now playing: Pressure starring Brendan Fraser (through July 2), Disclosure Day (last chance Thursday), and the A250 Film Series continues with 1776 on June 25. Coming soon: The Patriot (July 9) and Lone Survivor (August 6). Get tickets →

• Defensive Driving Class – The Brookhaven Highway Department is offering a defensive driving course. Completion may qualify for insurance discounts and point reduction. $25 for seniors (55+) and veterans, $40 for all others. Registration required. Learn more →

• The Gateway Presents “Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations” – The Gateway's Long Island premiere of the 2019 Broadway musical opened on Juneteenth.  Read more →

• Patchogue Garden Club 24th Garden Tour – Saturday, July 11 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Tour beautiful gardens throughout Patchogue. Tickets: $25 day of tour, $20 in advance.  Get tickets →

• Free Child Safety Seat Check – July 11 – Certified technicians from the Brookhaven Highway Department and Suffolk County Sheriff Office will inspect car seats and provide guidance to parents on Saturday, July 11 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The event is free. Learn more →