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🌱 Patch AM: Port Jefferson teen faces long prison term after deadly livestreamed crash
Coming up on the Port Jefferson Patch calendar: America at 250 for Educators

Hello Port Jefferson! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Port Jefferson teen faces long prison term after deadly livestreamed crash
Also on today's calendar: America at 250 for Educators and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Intervals of clouds and sun, with a high of 80 and low of 58 degrees.
- Saturday: Clouds and sun; not as warm, temps: high: 67, low: 58.
- Sunday: Periods of rain, some heavy, with a high of 67 and low of 62 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• LI Man Admits To Being High, Livestreaming Stolen Vehicle Crash That Claimed Woman's Life: DA (patch.com) — An 18-year-old Port Jefferson resident has pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicular homicide and related charges after driving a stolen SUV while high, livestreaming his reckless driving, and causing a fatal 2024 crash in Centereach. He's expected to receive a six- to 18-year prison sentence in October, following a case that has drawn attention across Suffolk County for its tragic outcome and social media element.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Port Jefferson
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★ Featured events ★
- America at 250 for Educators →
Jay Heritage Center, 210 Boston Post Rd, Rye
3:30 pm - Caroline Episcopal Church's 3rd Annual "Holy Smoke" Golf Tourney →
Port Jefferson Country Club (44 Fairway Drive, Port Jefferson, NY),
9:00 am - Free Baton Twirling Class w/ TNT Twirlers →
290 Norwood Ave, Port Jefferson Station
6:45 pm
Saturday September 19
Monday September 21
Wednesday September 23
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Other local events
- Real Change Starts With The Mind →
Kadampa Meditation Center Port Jefferson, 301 East Main Street, Port Jefferson
7:00 pm - Hydroponic Gardening at Comsewogue Public Library →
Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Rd, Port Jefferson Station
1:00 pm - Breathe Together (ONLINE) →
Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Rd, Port Jefferson Station
10:00 am - SNAP Assistance at Comsewogue Public Library →
Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Rd, Port Jefferson Station
11:00 am - Women Laughing →
Long Island Museum, 1200 NY-25A, Stony Brook
7:00 pm - Community Conversation Circle at Comsewogue Public Library →
Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Rd, Port Jefferson Station
2:00 pm - Stony Brook CommUniversity Day 2026 →
Stony Brook University, 100 Nicolls Rd, Stony Brook
12:00 pm - Wading River - Shoreham Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival →
The Shoppes at East Wind, 5768 NY-25A, Wading River
11:00 am - Songs of the Gilded Age for Violin and Piano →
The Long Island Museum, 1200 NY-25A, Stony Brook
3:00 pm
Friday September 18
Saturday September 19
Tuesday September 22
Wednesday September 23
Thursday September 24
Friday September 25
Saturday September 26
Sunday September 27
📣 Port Jefferson Shout Outs!
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- The North Shore Injury Lawyer — (631) 495-9435
- Ace Canvas & Tent Corp. — (631) 981-9705
- Perspective Eye Care Long Island — (631) 736-6161
- Heritage Chemists Pharmacy & Boutique — (631) 509-4545
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Port Jefferson's Sean Grossman Named One of Long Island's Top Cross Country Runners —Jake Mendlinger Read on Patch
- Wendy's posted a job opening for Crew Member in Port Jefferson Station. Apply here.
- McDonald's posted a job opening for Crew Team Member- McDonald's in Miller Place. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Port Jefferson here.
🗞 Nearby News
Port Jefferson Station
- Letters to the Editor: September 17, 2026 (tbrnewsmedia.com)
- DA: Dozens of people plead guilty to 120 vehicle theft and title-washing ring (news12.com)
Mount Sinai
- After Millions In Federal Benefits, Watchdog Pushes Senate Probe Of NYC Hospital And 'Rural' Designation (tippinsights.com)
- Wildfire smoke may be more harmful than other air pollution, two Mount Sinai studies find (eurekalert.org)
- ChatGPT Health: Solution or Experiment? (psychologytoday.com)
Stony Brook University
- Wildfire Smoke May Be More Harmful Than Other Air Pollution, Two Mount Sinai Studies Find (newswise.com)
Ok Port Jefferson! 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: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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