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A local athlete earns national recognition as Navy women’s lacrosse stays undefeated, while Emmy-winning actress Sally Struthers prepares to take the stage at Gateway Playhouse. Community news also includes new accessibility plans for a Patchogue recreation center, a town compost bin and rain barrel sale, a planning board hearing in Bellport, and opportunities for artists and residents to get involved in local events and programs.

Brian Grant

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Navy junior goalkeeper Felicia Giglio has been named Patriot League Women’s Lacrosse Goalkeeper of the Week. The Bayport Blue Point graduate helped the team improve to 5 and 0.

Three people were injured in a three-vehicle crash in North Bellport. The cause of the accident is still under investigation by police.

Emmy-winning actress Sally Struthers will appear in "The Full Monty" at Bellport's Gateway Playhouse. The show will run from March 13 to April 12.

The Town of Brookhaven is holding its Summer 2026 Compost Bin and Rain Barrel Sale, giving residents the chance to purchase discounted composters, rain barrels, and composting accessories. Orders must be placed by Wednesday, April 29.

Bellport  planning board hearing will be held on March 5, 2026, at 7:00 PM regarding properties at 2 Academy Lane and 104 South Country Road.

The Patchogue Community Development Agency voted unanimously to seek $150,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding from the Town of Brookhaven to upgrade accessibility at the Joseph E. Keys Recreation Center.

The proposed project aims to remove barriers for disabled residents by adding curb cuts and accessible pathways, making the soccer field, basketball courts, and community gardens more inclusive, especially for wheelchair users.

David Bell of Brookhaven explained that the funding fulfills federal mandates to support low- and moderate-income communities and enhance disabled access.

The grant would allocate $115,000 toward these improvements, with remaining funds supporting administration and housing services.

Additionally, a new federal rule now requires all local housing assistance recipients to verify citizenship status, raising concerns among board members about privacy and access.

The meeting also considered Lizbeth Carrillo for a new leadership role after her recent housing policy training.

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• Discover the top Irish pubs and restaurants on Long Island including a few local ones with authentic Irish cuisine and lively atmospheres.

• Ivy Rehab Patchogue is hosting a free Senior Wellness Screening on Saturday, March 7 from 10am to 12pm at 400 S Service Rd in Patchogue to help older adults stay steady, confident, and independent. Call 631 284 4561 to reserve a spot or ask questions.

• Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center is bringing the 2026 Oscar Nominated Shorts to Patchogue. The program runs from February 27 through March 5.

Stay informed about events, resources, and activities for seniors in Bellport Village.

• The Oar Steak & Seafood Grille is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day all month long with corned beef and cabbage and other Irish favorites available every day for lunch and dinner.

• Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts is welcoming Samantha Fish to town for her Paper Doll Tour on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 8:00 pm.

• Join an all-level Yoga class at the Henrietta Acampora Recreation Center in Blue Point, running Mondays from March 2 to April 13.

• Lighthouse Mission is hosting a free Easter art contest for local artists of all ages, with every entry set to be displayed in an art gallery at the mission’s main building in Bellport. The contest is open now and runs through Friday, March 6.

Bayport Aerodrome Society first General Membership meeting of the year will take place on Sunday March 8th at 11am at Hangar 23. Members are invited to come out and help kick off planning for the upcoming season.

Local artists are encouraged to apply for The Wall, a temporary mural project hosted by Patchogue Arts Council and Patchogue-Medford Library, set to anchor community activities through 2027.

The chosen artist will create a vibrant mural on the library’s 15-by-45-foot rear exterior wall, becoming a focal point for local gatherings throughout 2026 and 2027.

No theme restrictions apply this year, allowing artists freedom in their creative approach.

Applicants must show prior mural experience and submit a portfolio including detailed designs, a materials list, budget, preparatory sketches, mockups, and documentation of previous work.

The selected muralist will receive a $2,000 stipend, donated supplies, professional project documentation, and a solo exhibit with the Arts Council.

Applications are due by April 10, 2026. The winning artist will be notified by May 1, with installation scheduled for June.