| August 10,2026|Issue #372 |
Good morning,
Today’s local news includes a deadly motorcycle crash, an arson investigation, and a full lineup of things happening around the community. From live music and art to local history, family events, and a hidden hiking spot, here’s what’s happening around town.
Brian Grant |
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Motorcyclist Dies In Early Sunday East Islip Crash A motorcyclist died in a crash in East Islip early Sunday, police said. Read Full Story → |
Arson Squad Investigates Fire In East Patchogue Arson Squad detectives are investigating a fire in East Patchogue, police said. The case remains under investigation as detectives examine the incident and work to establish its circumstances. Read Full Story → |
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• Free Child Safety Seat Check Comes To Holtsville - Brookhaven Highway Department certified technicians and the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office will inspect car seats at Safety Town, 249 Buckley Road, on August 29 from 8 a.m. to noon. Learn more → |
• Modern Silent Shorts Bring Live Music To The Gateway - The Gateway in Bellport hosts a free one-night program of contemporary silent films with original music on Monday, August 10 at 7 p.m. Free tickets can be reserved for the event at 215 South Country Road. Learn more → |
Fish Thicket Preserve in East Patchogue quietly defies expectations. A genuine Pine Barrens escape tucked between residential streets in the heart of suburbia. Read More... |
• The Sitting Ducks Bring Yacht Rock To Bellport Bandshell - The Sitting Ducks will perform classic yacht rock at the Bellport Bandshell, 55 Bellport Lane, on Friday, August 14 from 7 to 9 p.m. as part of the village’s 2026 Summer Concert Series. Learn more → |
• Daisy’s Patchogue Hosts Wednesday Country Music Bingo - Daisy’s Nashville Lounge hosts country music bingo every Wednesday starting at 8 p.m., featuring a different artist each week and prizes throughout the night. Guests who reserve for four people can also receive free skillet nachos. |
• Watch Mary Papilon Celebrate Her 110th Birthday - Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico and Councilman Neil Manzella joined Lake Ronkonkoma resident Mary Papilon for her 110th birthday celebration and presented a proclamation declaring August 3 “Mary Papilon Day” in the Town of Brookhaven. Watch → |
Bellport is stepping into the spotlight this August as the Village of Bellport prepares to host Revisit the Revolution, a traveling exhibit from New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation celebrating the nation's 250th anniversary of independence. Read More... |
• Cheeky Peach And Patchogue Arts Council Host Figure Drawing Night - The Cheeky Peach and Patchogue Arts Council are teaming up Tuesday, August 11, from 6-8 PM at The VIP Room, 14 East Main Street in Patchogue, for a guided figure drawing session featuring aerial artists posing on lyra and hammock. Advance tickets are required. Learn more → |
• Bayport-Blue Point Chamber Plans August Member Social - Bayport-Blue Point Chamber of Commerce members are invited to a social night Wednesday, August 26, at 6 PM at MOMO’S TOO, 667 Montauk Highway in Bayport. Appetizers will be served, and all chamber members are welcome to attend. Learn more → |
• Rescue Angel Book Bag Giveaway Returns To Bellport - Rescue Angel's fourth annual Book Bag Giveaway will take place at Robert Rowley Park in Bellport on August 15 from 2 to 5 p.m. The free community event will feature school supplies, local vendors, food, music, family activities, and performances for all ages. Learn more → |
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