Good Morning,

Today have a lot of school news, starting with approved revised budgets in Bayport-Blue Point and South Country, plus a new superintendent coming to Bayport-Blue Point. We’re also watching parking pressure at the Patchogue Train Station as US Open shuttles run to Shinnecock Hills. Around town, Brookhaven marks Juneteenth, local students earn Dellecave honors, and there are several community events, grants, and performances to keep on your calendar.

Brian Grant
Editor

Shuttle buses transporting attendees to the US Open at Shinnecock Hills are creating parking pressure at the Patchogue Train Station. Additional Village parking is available.  Read full story →

Voters approved the district's revised $88 million budget for the 2026-27 school year, passing with 68.8 percent approval after the first proposal failed to reach the required 60 percent supermajority in May.  Read full story →

Voters approved the South Country school district's revised budget 2,018-1,300 after the first proposal failed in May. The new $145 million plan slashes nearly $6 million from the original  Read full story →

The Town of Brookhaven joins communities across the nation in commemorating Juneteenth  Read full story →

Outstanding students from Bayport-Blue Point, Patchogue-Medford High School and Bellport High Schools were recognized at the annual Dellecave Awards ceremony hosted by the Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk. 

• Local Businesses Win $5K L.O.C.A.L. Grants – Several businesses from our area were among 40 Long Island small businesses awarded $5,000 grants through the Optimum Business and LIA Foundation program. Local winners include Big Ruthie's Soul Food in East Patchogue and Lucero Taxes in Patchogue. Learn more →

• Community Blood Drive – Monday, June 22 @ 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM – The Bayport-Blue Point Public Library hosts a blood drive with the New York Blood Center and The Fish Store Market and Restaurant. Donors receive 2 ticket vouchers and a $10 Fish Store gift card (while supplies last). One donation can save up to 3 lives. Please bring ID and eat/hydrate before donating. Learn more →

• Magical Mystery Doors at Patchogue Theatre – Saturday, October 10 @ 8:00 PM – A tribute act blending music from The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and The Doors into imaginative new arrangements.  Learn more →

• Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Got the Moves at Patchogue Theatre – Wednesday, October 14 @ 6:00 PM – An interactive production featuring Elmo and friends in a celebration of music, movement, and play.  Learn more →

• Blue Point Elementary Principal Featured in Influential Women Profiles – Dr. Tara Falasco, Principal of Blue Point Elementary School, has been profiled as part of an Influential Women series. The feature highlights her leadership and contributions to education in our community. Learn more →

• Bayport-Blue Point Chamber Installation Dinner – Wednesday, June 24 @ 6:00 PM – The Bayport-Blue Point Chamber of Commerce hosts its 2026 Installation Dinner at Stella Trattoria & Bar.

• SoGAR's Juneteenth Commemoration Ceremony – Friday, June 19 – The Society of the Grand Army of the Republic (SoGAR) holds its fifth annual Juneteenth ceremony. Learn more →

• Beach Ball 2026 – Saturday, June 20 @ 7:00 PM – The Boys & Girls Club of the Bellport Area hosts their annual fundraising gala at the waterfront home of Amanda Burden.  Learn more →

• Safe Child I.D. Event – Monday, June 22 @ 11:00 AM – Senator Dean Murray and Assemblyman Joe DeStefano host a Safe Child I.D. event in partnership with the Suffolk County Sheriff Office at the South Country Library in Bellport. Learn more →