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🌱 North Fork Daily: Greenport Gets Shout-Out + 37 Homeless Pups

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Happy Wednesday, North Fork neighbors and friends. Well, the secret's out, and the world has learned what locals have known all along — Greenport is one of "cutest small towns" in New York. Check out Greenport's statewide shout-out. Here's everything you need to know today in North Fork. Stay warm and safe. Until tomorrow. . . .

First, today's weather:

Breezy; colder in the morning. High: 26 Low: 11.

Here are the top stories in North Fork today:

  1. 37 Homeless Pups Needing Forever Families Headed To North Fork (North Fork Patch) Gabby Stroup of The League has a nickname — puppy pusher. And it's no wonder why; she dedicates her life to finding forever homes for four-footed friends from near and far. Check out this huge transport that's heading to the North Fork this weekend. Do you have room for one more?
  2. Greenport Named 1 Of 10 'Cutest Small Towns In New York' (North Fork Patch) The secret's out, and now the world realizes what locals have known, always — Greenport is a magical place.
  3. Mask Mandate Upheld As Judge Grants Stay; Hochul Applauds Ruling (North Fork Patch) After a judge overturned Gov. Kathy Hochul's mask mandate Monday, an appeal was filed and a stay granted. But the confusion led to anger and controversy in schools statewide, including in Riverhead today. What do you think about the mask mandate?
  4. Latest Hospital Capacity In North Fork Area (North Fork Patch) See where our hospitals stand.
  5. Shelter Island Library To Award First Annual Bids Morehead Poetry Grant (27east.com) If you're a poet, here's your chance to share your work with the world, and win a grant, too.


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Today in North Fork:

  • Low Impact Aerobics Every Wednesday and Friday Live Zoom Classes (10:00 AM)
  • Handling Driving Emergencies/AAA Northeast (6:00 PM)
  • BOE Meeting - Southold Junior-Senior High School (7:00 PM)
  • BOE Meeting - Southold UFSD (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Greenport Village: "Planning a quiet escape this week? Look no further than the Village of Greenport. Support our local merchants, and while you're here take a moment to appreciate Greenport's nautical history and culture." (Instagram)
  • The North Fork Animal Welfare League: "Bella went home to her forever family today! We are so happy for Bella and know that she is going to live the best life. Happy life Bella!" (Facebook)
  • Greenport Village: "There's a reason in every season to visit the Village of Greenport." via northforker
    (Facebook)


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Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you all tomorrow morning for your next update.

— Lisa Finn

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