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🌱 Patch AM: Are Patchogue’s bars or police to blame for Main Street troubles?
You won't want to miss The Soul of Marvin Gaye on the Patchogue Patch calendar

Coffee in hand, Patchogue? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Are Patchogue's bars or police to blame for Main Street troubles?
- How a $650M hospital expansion will change care near Patchogue
- Which big-name bands are playing Patchogue Theatre this fall?
Also on today's calendar: The Soul of Marvin Gaye and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Sun, some clouds, with a high of 80 and low of 62 degrees.
- Sunday: Nice with partial sunshine, temps: high: 74, low: 57.
- Monday: Nice with plenty of sun, with a high of 79 and low of 60 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Businesses seek increased police presence (suffolkcountynews.net) — Patchogue business owners on Main Street are pressing for more visible police presence, citing vagrancy, harassment, and late-night disorder tied to the bar scene. Village and county officials say Patchogue already receives strong coverage but argue that bar owners must better manage patrons, while plans are forming for coordinated meetings with Suffolk police to address concerns.
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2. Hospital expansion approved by town (suffolkcountynews.net) — A major $650 million expansion of NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk's Patchogue-based campus has been approved, bringing a new 144-bed pavilion and fully modernized single-patient rooms to Brookhaven residents. Local labor leaders and officials praised the project for boosting jobs and significantly improving access to up-to-date medical care for East Patchogue and surrounding communities.
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3. Roger Daltrey, Ringo Starr and 34 more must-see fall concerts (newsday.com) — Several major acts are headed to Patchogue Theatre this fall, including Los Lonely Boys on Sept. 27, Ann Wilson of Heart on Oct. 4, Toad the Wet Sprocket on Oct. 24, Zebra on Nov. 13-14, and Blue Öyster Cult on Nov. 27. The broader roundup also lists dozens of other big-name shows across Long Island and nearby venues.
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4. Veterans kayak 22 miles across Long Island Sound to raise awareness about PTSD and suicide (news12.com) — A Patchogue veteran joined 30 fellow veterans and first responders in a 22-mile kayak across Long Island Sound to spotlight PTSD and veteran suicide. The annual challenge, ending in Port Jefferson, honors those lost and urges struggling service members to seek help, highlighting several Long Island-based support resources for veterans and their families.
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📸 Around Patchogue
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Patchogue
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★ Featured events ★
- The Soul of Marvin Gaye →
Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, 76 Main St, Westhampton Beach
8:00 pm - You Are Invited! →
First Church of Christ, Scientist, 318 North Ocean Avenue,
10:30 am - Jay Medal Soirée →
Jay Estate, 210 Boston Post Rd, Rye
5:30 pm
Saturday September 5
Sunday September 6
Saturday September 19
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Other local events
- SCHOOLS CLOSED LABOR DAY
South Country Csd Patchogue, NY 11772 - No School - Labor Day
Patchogue-Medford UFSD Patchogue, NY 11772 - William Floyd Estate: Old Mastic House Exhibit Viewing
Fire Island National Park 245 Park Drive, Mastic Beach, NY. From the parking area, walk east on the boardwalk to the Old Mastic House and check in with a ranger on the front porch.
9:00 am - PATRIOT DAY
South Country Csd Patchogue, NY 11772 - North Shore Animal League America at Petco, Patchogue →
Petco, Patchogue, 401 Sunrise Hwy, Patchogue
2:00 pm - ROSH HASHANAH
South Country Csd Patchogue, NY 11772 - Lighthouse: Light Keepers Behind the Scenes Tour
Fire Island National Park Fire Island Lighthouse. Park at Robert Moses Field 5 (fee) and walk east for 0.6 mile on boardwalks to the lighthouse.
9:00 am - The Oyster Ball Gala Hosted By Save The Great South Bay →
1 Heckscher State Parkway, East Islip
6:00 pm - Our Distinguished Citizen Dinner Honoring Robert "Bobby Hulse" →
Captain Bills Restaurant & Catering, 122 Ocean Ave, Bay Shore
6:00 pm
Monday September 7
Friday September 11
Saturday September 12
Saturday September 19
📣 Patchogue Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Panera posted a job opening for Catering Coordinator in Patchogue. Apply here.
- CVS Health posted a job opening for Store Associate in Holbrook. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Patchogue here.
Ok Patchogue! 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: Times Square (Thank you Jean K. for sending it in!)
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