Good Morning,

Today’s local news includes a traffic delay in Bayport, a murder charge in Medford, and a search for vandals in Blue Point. We’re also sharing brighter stories, including a retiring Patchogue letter carrier, a top-ranked Bellport wrestler, summer music, family events, food trucks, and ways to support local families.

Brian Grant
Editor

Crash on Montauk Hwy and Sylvan Ave Causes Delays in Bayport

A motor vehicle accident with injuries occurred at the intersection of Montauk Highway and Sylvan Avenue in Bayport.   Read Full Story →

Murder Charge After Fatal Stabbing in Medford

A 20-year-old Manorville man is facing a second-degree murder charge after allegedly fatally stabbing another man during a fight in Medford.  Read Full Story →

Police Seek Vandals Who Damaged Blue Point Beach Property

Suffolk County Police are offering a cash reward for information leading to the identification of suspects who vandalized property at Corey Beach in Blue Point around 3 a.m. on July 5.  Read Full Story →

•Patchogue Letter Carrier Retires with National Safety Award -After 38 years of service delivering mail in the Patchogue area, letter carrier John D'Amico is retiring and being honored with the National Safety Council's Million Mile Award.  Learn more →

•Great South Bay Music Festival Featured as Top Summer Destination -
Patchogue's Great South Bay Music Festival is being highlighted as one of the region's premier summer music tourism destinations. The four-day waterfront festival at Shorefront Park runs July 23-26 and features more than 55 artists. Learn more →

•Free "Curing the Incurable" Talk in Bellport - A free inspirational talk titled "Curing the Incurable" by Elise Moore, CSB will be held in Bellport.  Thursday, July 23rd at 7:00 p.m.  Learn more →

•Bellport's Cam Howard Ranked Nation's No. 1 Wrestling Recruit - llport High School's Cam Howard has been named the No. 1 wrestling recruit in the country for the Class of 2028 by MatScouts.  Learn more →

•Food Truck Thursdays at Holtsville Ecology Site - The Town of Brookhaven has launched Food Truck Thursdays at the Holtsville Ecology Site.  Now through September 3, local food trucks will be on-site every Thursday. Learn more →

•Wiffleball Weekdays in Bellport - Kids and adults can enjoy free wiffleball games at Mary Immaculate Church Field throughout July.  Registration helps with planning but walk-ins are welcome. Learn more →

•Annual Backpack Giveaway: The Town of Brookhaven is once again collecting donations for its annual Backpack Giveaway, which helps local families prepare for the new school year.  Learn more →

•Bunco & Baskets Fundraiser at Temple Beth El - Temple Beth El of Patchogue is hosting "Bunco & Baskets," a fun fundraiser on Sunday, July 26th from 2–4pm.  RSVP before July 21st to receive 10 free raffle tickets. 

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