Fire, Honors, Health and Spring Events

Issue #318

Brian Grant

Mar 25, 2026

Good Morning,

This week’s local roundup includes a fire, a Medford crash, Brookhaven’s Women’s Recognition Awards, and Bayport-Blue Point’s national girls sports ranking. It also features a new medical office building in Patchogue and a packed calendar of spring events, family activities, civic updates, and entertainment across the area.

Brian Grant

Editor

Arson detectives are investigating a fire that started in a chicken coop and spread to a storage shed. No injuries were reported.

The Q-Collar Girls High School National Top 25 rankings include Bayport-Blue Point, NY, and IMG Academy, FL.

Town of Brookhaven proudly hosted its annual Women’s Recognition Awards program on March 23 at Brookhaven Town Hall Auditorium.

Three women were injured in a three-vehicle crash in Medford, according to police.

Developer Allon Avgi and Kulka Group have begun construction on a two-story medical office building behind Starbucks on Lake Street. The project brings new healthcare options to Patchogue residents.

Interesting Facts

The Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts is one of the oldest operating theaters on Long Island, dating back to its original opening as Ward & Glynne's Theater on May 23, 1923.

Patchogue is home to the Great South Bay Music Festival, one of the largest music festivals on Long Island featuring a diverse lineup of artists.

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Patchogue EV & Sustainability Fair - April 11

Join the Village of Patchogue and Drive Electric Long Island for a free family-friendly celebration of Earth Month. Explore electric vehicles, see the new solar carport and EV charging stations, and enjoy activities for all ages. Saturday, April 11, 11 AM - 2 PM at the Patchogue LIRR Station.

A free Bicycle Rodeo will take place March 28 where kids can practice riding in a mock roadway and learn bicycle safety skills.

Stay informed about events for Bellport Village seniors like exercise classes, craft workshops, and group trips.

The Village of Bellport will be holding Voter Registration Day on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from the hours of 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm at Bellport Village Hall, 29 Bellport Lane.

Patchogue Medford Youth & Community Services is hosting its annual Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at the North Patchogue Fire Department with two seatings from 8 to 9:30 AM and 10 to 11:30 AM. Tickets are $20 for adults 18 and up, $10 for kids ages 5 to 17, and free for children under 5.

Brookhaven Highway Department is hosting a free Child Safety Seat Check on Thursday, March 26. Appointments are required.

Golf Commission Meeting Wednesday 3/25 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Location: 4 Bell St, Bellport

Bellport FD St. Patrick's Day Parade Grand Marshal Sean Clark, Principal of Kreamer Street Elementary School Celebration at Fire House following parade. Date: Saturday 3/28 Time: 11:00AM - 12:00PM 4 Bell St.

NYS Senator Dean Murray is reminding local students that his Student Photo Contest is coming to an end, giving kids in grades 9 through 12 one last chance to submit an original photo by April 1.

Bayport Blue Point Chamber of Commerce next meeting is Wednesday, March 25th at 5pm at Satelite Pizzia and Restaurant. Enjoy some food and beverage and learn about small business HR topics

The Sandlot Stars Coming to Patchogue Theatre

Patchogue Theatre welcomes The Sandlot stars for a nostalgic evening featuring a movie screening and live Q&A with Chauncey Leopardi (Squints) and Marley Shelton (Wendy Peffercorn). Tickets $51-$81, on sale Friday at 10 a.m.