🌱Shirley-Mastic Daily: Elderly Man Stabbed on Hounslow Road + Events

Hello and happy Thursday! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through the most important things happening in town. Without further ado...

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First, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 73, low: 67.

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Here are the top 5 stories in Shirley-Mastic today:

1. Christopher Clarke, 34, was arrested for stabbing his 80-year- old grandfather in Shirley. The crime happened at the victim's home on Hounslow Road. Clarke will have a court hearing on Friday, June 17. (Newsday/Subscription Required)
2. Looking forward to spending some quality time with family? The MMS Community Library will host a virtual Family Game Night on Friday. Ms. Hillary will have puzzles and games ready at 5 p.m. (MMSC Library)
3. For all looking for date night suggestions, SouthBound will perform at Tiki Joe's on Smith Point on June 22. Have fun by the water starting at 6 p.m. Tiki Joe's is located at 1 William Floyd Parkway in Shirley. (All Events)
4. Students from the William Floyd High School junior class made a difference in the community last month while cleaning up the park and Shirley Beach. Class advisors Erin Hansen and Crystal DeFraia led the group around the spray park and playground, picking up trash as part of their academics and community commitment. (WFS District)
5. Nearby News: A teen mistook the brakes for the gas pedal and drove into Patchogue Bay. The incident happened on Tuesday night at the parking lot around 10 p.m. Anthony Zhongor, 18, helped the driver out of the car to safety. No injuries were reported. (Newsday/Subscription Required)

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Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Playspace — MMS Community Library. (9 a.m.)
• On the Road — Strawberry Picking at Glover Farms. (4 p.m.)
• Drumming Up Fun with Mr. Scott at Mastic Recreation Center. (6:30 p.m.)
• Cooking Together With Chef Rob — "Grab and Go" at MMSCL. (All Day)

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From my notebook:

• Patch: "Fun things to do on Long Island to celebrate Father's Day coming on Sunday. Here are some ideas for ensuring your beloved dad has a great experience." (Patch)
• Put your boots on to hike with Hugs, Inc. and East End Thrive on Friday, June 17, at 5 p.m. at the Wertheim Wildlife Refuge in Shirley. The event is free and open to all. Register here. (Event Brite)
• Make-A-Wish Suffolk County, NY: "At 13 years old, David had gone through more hardships than most people experience in a lifetime. His brother, Eduardo, unexpectedly passed away." (Make-A-Wish Suffolk County, NY via Instagram)

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That's it for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update!

— Debora Whitehead

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