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Bellport students are making the community proud with big wins on the mat and the baseball field, while local firefighters are helping guide the next generation with lessons about teamwork and service. This edition also highlights an important health warning experts say often goes unnoticed.  News about a public tax auction in Bellport, and several upcoming events across Patchogue and nearby communities. Take a few minutes to catch up on the latest local stories and see what’s happening around town.

Brian Grant

Editor

Public auction tax sale on March 13 at 29 Bellport Lane for the Village of Belport.

⚾ Manhattanville defeated Cairn 14 to 1 behind a strong outing from Medford’s Ryan McCann, who pitched seven innings allowing one run with six strikeouts and no walks. East Patchogue’s Logan Alberto drove in four runs.

Bellport High School is celebrating a huge moment as three of its wrestlers delivered dominant performances at the New York State Wrestling Championships.

Local firefighters in Bellport shared career tips with students, highlighting the importance of teamwork, physical fitness, and dedication. They emphasized the rewarding aspects of helping others in times of crisis.

What did the traffic light say to the car in Patchogue?

Don't look at me, I'm changing!

High school students across the 3rd Senate District are invited to showcase their artistic talent by joining the Liberty Through the Lens photo contest, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

Senator Dean Murray encourages local teens in grades 9 through 12 to submit an original photograph that explores freedom, liberty, or our nation’s founding.

Submissions must reflect one of three themes: Hometown Pride, America Through the Decades, or What Freedom Means to You.

Photos must be in JPEG, JPG, or PNG format, with all entries due by April 1, 2026.

Winners will be announced on April 17, 2026, with prizes sponsored by the district office.

This creative opportunity lets students reflect on the values that have shaped America for generations.

What 19th century hotel in Patchogue became so well known as a summer destination that it helped establish the village as a South Shore resort community?

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The Patchogue Theatre will host a two-day conference, PEACE Forward: Arts in Education + Partnerships, on April 27 and 28, 2026, aiming to showcase arts partnerships that drive student success across Long Island.

Educators, artists, policymakers, and community leaders are invited to explore how collaborative arts programs invigorate schools and communities.

Launched through the Patchogue Arts Council’s PEACE Project and Eastern Suffolk BOCES Arts in Education, the initiative integrates creative learning with College, Career, and Civic Readiness and emphasizes Culturally Responsive Sustaining Education.

Internationally renowned artist Edel Rodríguez will deliver the keynote, speaking on the transformative power of creative expression in public life and education.

The first day highlights hands-on workshops and student showcases, while the second day addresses policy and long-term sustainability, connecting classroom arts innovation to wider economic and equitable opportunity.

Community members are encouraged to register or support scholarships, ensuring inclusive access to this impactful event at 71 East Main Street, Patchogue.

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

• MoCA L.I. is hosting Learning to Look | Georgia O’Keeffe and the Transcendental Painting Group on March 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM, exploring O’Keeffe’s time in Taos beginning in 1929 and her connection to artists like Raymond Jonson, Emil Bisttram, and Agnes Pelton as they shaped early modernist abstraction in the Southwest. 

• Village of Bellport Board of Trustees is holding a work session on Monday 3/9 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM at 4 Bell Street in Bellport.

• Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center is screening Solo Mio from March 6 through March 12, 2026.

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

• Stay informed about senior happenings in Bellport Village. Find activities, events, and resources available for senior citizens in the area.

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

The Mascot House Hotel.