Good Morning,

We’re starting today with some important local news, including a major legal claim filed by the family of a 7-year-old, mosquito treatment planned along South Shore marshes, and beach advisories after heavy weekend rain.

There is also business news out of Medford, where a large new development facility is moving forward. And as summer rolls on, there is plenty happening across the area, from concerts and garden tours to veterans’ events, a 5K, and family shows.

Here’s what’s happening around our community.

Brian Grant
Editor

The family of 7-year-old Jor'Dynn Duncan has filed a $250 million notice of claim against Suffolk County, its child welfare agencies, and the Bayport-Blue Point School District.  Read full story →

The Suffolk County Department of Public Works plans to treat marshes along the South Shore of Brookhaven this week to control mosquito larvae.  Read full story →

JLL Capital Markets has arranged a $75 million development facility for Rechler Business District, a master-planned industrial business park in Medford. Read full story →

The Suffolk County Department of Health Services has issued an advisory against bathing at 64 beaches — around 20 in the Town of Brookhaven — following heavy weekend rainfall.  Read full story →

• Pinkalicious The Musical at Patchogue Theatre – The popular Off-Broadway children's show based on the bestselling picture book series comes to Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts on Sunday, October 25 at 3:00 p.m.  Learn more →

• South Country Education Foundation Auction Party – The 28th Annual Cocktail Party & Auction returns Saturday, July 11 at a waterfront home in Bellport Village. Learn more →

• Town Donates $5,000 to LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum – Supervisor Daniel J. Panico joined veterans, elected officials, and community members at the LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum for the unveiling of the Museum's Black Hawk helicopter exhibit.  Learn more →

• Great South Bay Music Festival Honors Veterans – The Great South Bay Music Festival will donate over 100 tickets to nine Long Island veterans' organizations at a special presentation on Tuesday, July 14 at 1:00 p.m. in front of Patchogue Village Hall.  Learn more →

• 'Lone Survivor' Screening Honors Lt. Michael Murphy – A special screening of the film about Patchogue's Medal of Honor recipient Lt. Michael Murphy will take place August 6 at 7 p.m. at the Plaza MAC on Terry Street.  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) →

• 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 →

• 2026 Bellport Bay 5K Run/Walk – Sunday, July 12, 2026 at Bandshell Park by the Main Dock in Bellport. 5K starts at 5:00 PM (rain or shine), with a free Kids Fun Run at 4:30 PM.  Learn more →

• Great South Bay Music Festival – The 18th annual festival returns to Shorefront Park in Patchogue July 23-26, 2026. Four days of live music, food court, KidZone, vendors, and more. Check the website for full lineup, schedule, and tickets. Learn more →