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Also on today's calendar: Islip Food For Hope Stop the Clock Fundraiser and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Day School Yes, Dorms No: Islip Blocks Boarding at Bay Shore's Former Seminary (southshorepress.com) — Bay Shore residents are watching closely after Islip's zoning board ruled a proposed Muslim boarding school on South Saxon Avenue can operate only as a day school, not with dorms. The decision, following a packed public hearing, leaves the property's future uncertain as the school weighs options from variances to potential lawsuits.
2. Long Island high school football games to watch, plus picks (newsday.com) — Bay Shore football fans have a big road test Friday as the 3-0 Marauders visit Whitman at 6:30 p.m., aiming to extend their best start since 1986. The roundup also spotlights other key Long Island matchups that could shape conference races this weekend.
3. Hayrides around Long Island for a family treat this fall (longislandpress.com) — Bay Shore families can enjoy unlimited weekend hayrides, pumpkin picking, and more at Brightwater Farms on Manatuck Boulevard, with weekday visits offering free admission and paid rides. The guide also highlights several other Long Island farms hosting fall festivals, corn mazes, and seasonal treats throughout October.
4. FSL Helps Thousands Start School Ready (southshorepress.com) — Bay Shore families are among more than 2,000 across Long Island who received free backpacks and school supplies from Family Service League's Back-to-School Drive. With that effort wrapped up, the group is now gearing up for Project TOY, seeking donations to help thousands of children enjoy a brighter holiday season.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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