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Good morning Northport! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Rabies found in Northport: what local families should do after a bite

Also on today's calendar: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Who's in favor of bringing back Roman Numerals? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly cloudy and windy, with a high of 69 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Saturday: Windy with rain, temps: high: 65, low: 58.
  • Sunday: Windy with occasional rain, with a high of 64 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Rabies Cases Prompt Nationwide Health Advisory: What Long Island Residents Should Know (patch.com) — Rabies has been confirmed recently in Northport and several nearby Suffolk communities, prompting health officials to urge residents to act quickly after any bite or suspicious animal encounter. The advisory explains how the virus spreads, when to seek medical care, and why keeping pets vaccinated and contacting local health or animal control officials is crucial right now.
   

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