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Hey there, Northport! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How could a nine-period day change Northport middle school life?
  • Could these laid-back Northport sisters be your perfect couch companions?

Also on today's calendar: Mixed Media Coral Reef Paint and Sip and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy and humid, with a high of 73 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Friday: Very warm with some sun, temps: high: 81, low: 60.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 69 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Middle school nine-period day proposal on the agenda for BOE meeting (northportjournal.com) — Northport and East Northport parents should know the school board will discuss a proposed nine-period day for both middle schools at tomorrow's 7 p.m. meeting at the Brosnan building. Officials will outline potential benefits like more electives and moving music into the regular day, while community members can weigh in during public comment, though no vote will be taken yet.
   

• Bonded Sisters Rachel And Gracie Need A Home Together: Northport Kitties Of The Week (patch.com) — Two bonded cats from Northport Cat Rescue Association, Rachel and Gracie, are waiting together for an adopter at Petco in Commack and must be adopted as a pair. The gentle, low-energy sisters have recovered from dental issues, are fully vetted and microchipped, and the rescue is urging Northport-area residents to meet them and apply through its website or by phone or email.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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Ok Northport! 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!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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