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What's up Blue Point! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Suffolk prosecutors say a former Blue Point man faces life in prison

Also on today's calendar: Columbus Day Bridal Sale and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Cooler with plenty of sun, with a high of 62 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Sunny; breezy in the p.m., temps: high: 66, low: 56.
  • Thursday: Breezy in the a.m.; sunshine, with a high of 71 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Suffolk DA: Blue Point Man Indicted on Additional Sex Trafficking Charges (longisland.com) — A man formerly from Blue Point has been indicted on additional Suffolk County sex trafficking and rape charges involving a second alleged victim, with prosecutors saying he used drugs, violence, and confinement at motels. He is being held on high bail, faces up to 25 years to life if convicted, and authorities are urging any other potential trafficking victims to contact the DA's human trafficking unit.
   

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💬 Chatter

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🗞 Nearby News

Bayport

  • Navy launches interim PFAS treatment system for Calverton groundwater plume in Riverhead (news12.com)
  • Rep. Andrew Garbarino tied for 3rd-most trips paid for by special interests this year (newsday.com)

Patchogue

  • Burglar Found Inside 60-Year-Old Woman's House In Franklin Square: Police (patch.com)
  • Motorcyclist Hurt In Crash With SUV In North Patchogue: Police (patch.com)
  • Pedestrian Struck In North Patchogue: Police (patch.com)

East Islip

  • East Islip Senior Earns Eagle Scout Rank After Gun Range Project (patch.com)

Ok Blue Point! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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