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Police are investigating a mailbox fishing scheme, local leaders are sharing ways to avoid scams, and families can take part in sports, safety events, music, and community programs. From a historic schoolhouse finding new life to summer festivals, youth activities, and local celebrations, here is what you need to know.

Brian Grant
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Three NYC Residents Arrested for Mailbox Fishing on Long Island

Police say the suspects were stealing mail from Long Island mailboxes using fishing devices. The NYPD investigation is ongoing.    Read Full Story →

• Senior Scam Literacy Program – NYS Senator Dean Murray and Assemblyman Joe DeStefano host a fraud prevention seminar Wednesday, July 15 from 12pm to 1pm at South Country Library in Bellport. Learn about common scams targeting seniors and adults.  Learn more →

• Summer 2026 Green Gazette Now Available – Brookhaven's latest newsletter features the 250 Curby Can Giveaway, special recycling event on July 31, National Night Out, Longwood Fair, summer nature programs, and sustainability tips.  Learn more →

• 1833 Long Island Schoolhouse Finds New Purpose – The historic one-room schoolhouse in Suffolk County has been preserved and repurposed for community use.  Learn more →

• Chabad of YIP July Challah Sale – Fresh homemade challah available for pickup in Patchogue. Orders due by Thursday for Friday pickup.  Learn more →

• Wiffle Ball for Kids – Tuesdays in July from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Mary Immaculate Field (corner of Bell Street and Browns Lane). Run by Bob Crowley of Bellport Village Kids Camp. Coaches, equipment, and pizza provided by Bellport Village Program Fund.  Learn more →

• Free Child Safety Seat Check – Brookhaven Highway Department and Suffolk County Sheriff's Office will inspect car seats and educate parents on proper installation. Saturday, August 1 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Safety Town, 249 Buckley Road, Holtsville.

• Bayside announces fall headline tour with Patchogue appearance – The rock band will perform at the Great South Bay Music Festival in Patchogue as part of their fall tour.  Learn more →

• Brookhaven Youth 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament – Teens ages 13 to 18 are invited to join Supervisor Dan Panico's annual 3-on-3 basketball tournament on Wednesday, July 29 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Mastic Aquatic Center.  Learn more →

• Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts World Cup Final Watch Party – The theater and Patchogue-Medford Library are hosting a free community watch party for the FIFA World Cup Final on Sunday, July 19. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. 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 →

• 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 →